> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.fariaedu.com/online-safety-a-whole-school-approach/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.fariaedu.com/online-safety-a-whole-school-approach/what-adults-should-know.md).

# What Adults Should Know

For those working with young people, we are aware that they are often ‘ahead of the game’; they find ways around firewalls and online monitoring. However, the dangers presented to our students can sometimes be overwhelming. As educators and parents, we need to stay updated on the language used by students and their online behaviour.

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**Are you aware of the following? Review these resources to help you understand what children are dealing with.** 
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<https://www-gaggle-net.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.gaggle.net/blog/a-picture-is-worth-a-thousand-words-emojis?hs_amp=true>
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News article&#x20;
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Slang&#x20;
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Analysis of dangers of social media&#x20;
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Apps that parents need to know and ways of monitoring children
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