DES: Webwise, the internet safety initiative of the Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST), a support service of the Department of Education and Skills, has seen a 25% rise in the use of its resources and supports since publication of the Action Plan for Online Safety by Government last July.
Its newest resource HTML Heroes introduces 3rd and 4th class pupils to the internet with the help of two USB characters (Archie and Ruby) who come to life when the classroom empties at break-time and perform catchy internet safety raps. The animations and supporting lessons are being launched as part of Webwise’s work to raise awareness of Safer Internet Day 2019, Tuesday, 5th February 2019 and to promote the importance of online safety with parents, teachers and young people. Read press release