We know as parents that it is our responsibility to help our children become good citizens, but what does this mean when so much human interaction takes place via a virtual world? Our children need to learn an entirely new code of etiquette as well as safety protocol that was non-existent when we were children. Brittany Oler of Cyberwise addresses the importance of etiquette in the following statement:
Etiquette is a code of behavior that defines expectations for social behavior. Children who grow up without learning this important code may not develop important social relationship skills for interacting with others and are at a greater risk of conflict when interacting with their peers.
This risk of conflict can actually be more dramatic in a digital environmental in which body language, tone and often context are removed from communication. In addition, a false veil of anonymity often entices people to say things they would never say in person.
Please read Dr. Shabbi Luthra's article below. It offers detailed advice on how to help your child navigate in an ever changing digital world.
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