ESmart Learning Program Boosts Online Safety for School Kids

Dept of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications

All schools nationwide are encouraged to sign-up to access free eSmart learning and teaching tools to boost the digital skills of young Australians, thanks to a $6 million investment by the Albanese Government.

Developed by the Alannah & Madeleine Foundation, the curriculum-aligned Digital Licence+ program supports students aged between 10 and 14 years to build digital skills and intelligence.

All schools can access the program for free as a result of government funding, which helps students learn how to stay safe online, including how to identify digital scams and report cyberbullying.

Digital Licence+ also teaches students how to balance the use of technology to avoid negative impacts on relationships, physical health and mental wellbeing.

The Media Literacy Lab - which helps 12 to 16 year-olds develop critical thinking around online content - is also freely available to every school through the government's commitment.

Teachers and school leaders interested in registering for the Digital Licence+ program - or who want access to the Media Literacy Lab - can contact the Alannah & Madeline Foundation.

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