LE16: Chat, Email and the Internet - What is a Parent to do?
Date and Time: Tuesday, April 15, 2008 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Presenters: Bill Castell, Boston University Academy
Location: Boston University Academy, One University Road, Computer Lab

As a parent, do you know what your child is doing when he/she is on the computer, are you concerned about his/her safety when it comes to the internet, emails and chat rooms? Are you unsure on how to set limits and parameters on your child's internet use. Then come join us for this hands on program which will address these issues and more. The conversation will cover proper ergonomics of computer use for children and parents, when, where and why "Internet Contracts" work, and a discussion of filtering software.

What You Will Learn

• How to set up a computer workspace for your children
• How to frame the dialog about the Internet (email, chatrooms, etc.) with your children
  
• How to prepare your children for what they may find on the Internet
  

Who Should Attend

• Parents, guardians, or care givers concerned about children's use of computers and the Internet
  

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