Pre-service teacher program
eSafety provides free presentations to pre-service teachers.
The evidence-based presentations are designed to build the necessary skills, knowledge and confidence to educate future students about online safety.
Topics covered include:
- an overview of eSafety Commissioner’s functions and the latest online safety research and emerging trends
- the online harms and experiences of children and young people
- expectations and responsibilities as an educator and as a social media user
- strategies and resources to support students, parent/carers, and educators.
Lectures and tutorials
One-hour lecture: It is important for new educators to know how young people are using technology. Equally important is knowing how they can protect themselves when using social media both personally and professionally.
Participants will learn about online safety issues and practices and how this aligns with professional teaching standards. Discussions include online safety concerns, reputation management, protecting students and key elements of communicating online.
Includes the information given in the 1-hour lecture with more detailed content and extra time for discussion and questions.
Lectures cannot be recorded.
Webinar presentation format
Presentations for pre-service teachers are provided as one-hour live interactive sessions.
Webinars are not recorded.
How to register
University lecturers wishing to include an eSafety presentation in their course can register their interest by contacting us.
Social media advice for pre-service teachers
eSafety’s Toolkit for Schools Educate Element has a range of resources to support teacher wellbeing online and social media use.
This tip sheet provides guidance for school staff on using social media for:
- professional/official school-related purposes
- personal activities.
It should be read in conjunction with education department, sector or school-based policies that outline the expectations of all teaching and non-teaching staff when using social media, and protective practices in interactions between staff, parents/carers and students.
Last updated: 15/12/2024