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Comment by NATALIEQUINNWALKER, Blended Learning Tutor (HealthcareManagement Programme) at Arden University
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itself into everyone’s life, and with modern technology, music has become more
accessible.Music has become a tool for socialising and interacting with people with similar interests. However, the content of music videos has changed over the
years, with more sexual images and innuendos being introduced. More music videos contain images of weapons such as knives, violence, and even high-powered weapons.
This could have a substantial impact on children and young teenagers, who have access to music videos through a variety of platforms which often show sex and violence, creating intriguing ideas on the impressionable child’s mind. The American A dca emy of Paediatrics (2010) stated that children spend more time interacting with media than any other activity other than sleep. Nevertheless, music can also create a positive influence, correcting its approach and improve on the language used. The industry could use music prove young people’s well-being and provide them people relate to the lyrics of the song, focusing on
with a voice, as platforms to im
positivity.
Music has become part of our social and cultural identity, with listeners wanting to keep up-to-date with the latest trends in their social circle. The idea of using music as a method to reduce crime may be considered unrealistic. However, many songs have repetitive aspects that would help to convey positive message s, openly discussing these matters. Thus, positive messages will become entwined in their daily lives, without them feeling as though they are being pressured or targeted with this information from professionals. Instead, a message of peace will be echoed by their favourite musician.
Music has a positive effect on the brain, affecting people’s energy levels and proactivity. By producing positive, reinforced music, young people will feel confident, empowered, and encouraged to chase their dreams. A new creative approach is needed to address many issues in our society.Where there is no suggestion that music therapy or positive messages in music will solve these issues. Branching out and trying multiple methods to tackl e them could create a multi-layer approach, capturing all the different remits that may influence violent behaviour in society.
Songs such as ‘Give peace a chance,’ ‘Imagine’ by John Lennon and ‘Do they know it is Christmas?’, have influenced individuals into supporting charities and discussed the barriers set for people from different cultures, and how to overcome these. Therefore, creating more catchy song lyrics with powerful messages expressing peace and non-violent messages could become influential, as music is often considered an escape for people from their reality. So, to re- educate and empower our youth of today, positive music can be the start of the change and a positive step forward. Although music will not be changin g everyone’s mindset, it may encour age and empower young people to focus on constructive factors.
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Livestreaming: howto k eep children safe
Comment byMARK BENTLEY, Safeguarding and CybersecurityManager, LGfL
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For many parents and teachers, keeping up with young people’s use of technology and the latest trends presents a challenge.With the growing popularity of livestreaming, I am often asked by teachers how they can keep childre n safe.
What exactly is livestreaming? What exactly is livestreaming?
Not to be confused with video chats you might know such as Skype orWhatsApp where you
choose to talk to a specific person or group, livestreaming is all about real-time broadcasting. The whole point of livestreaming is that it is public, available to anyone – anyone can watch and interact with you.
Why s it so popular with children Why isi it so popularwith children?
Livestreaming offers young people a great way to stay connected with their peer group and interact with a wider community.Whether it’s to showcase a talent, express their identity or share significant events, during the livestream they are the star of their show. It allows viewers to follow and participate in other people’s lives: be it friends, family or celebrities. There are specialist livestreaming apps such as Twitch and LiveMe, and a number of social media apps like YouTube and Instagram have also integrated this live video feature into thei r platforms .
What are the r sks? What are the riisks?
Like any technological innovation, being aware of the risks ensures children can maximise opportunities safely and meaningfully. Our DigiSafe pupil online safety survey last year with 40,000 respondents provided worrying insights into young people’s livestreaming experiences, made more concerning given the increase in its use:
• Almost a quarter have livestreamed with someone they haven’t met in person
•More than one in 20 pupils had been asked to change or get undressed on screen – and worryingly, the youngest group (7-8 year olds) were as likely to be asked to get undressed as students in the first four years of secondary school. You may want to take a look at our livestreaming staff CPD presentation and use the CEOP Thinkuknow session for pupils called #LiveSkills, which helps pupils think critically about who they interact with and how to respond to pressure and manipulation online. Childnet’s ‘To stream or not to stream’ provides fun scenario-based activities to support classroom discussion. Find these and many mor e useful resources at
livestream.lgfl.ne t
What can parents do ? ca ts
There are resources at
parentsafe.lgfl.net which will help schools engage parents on a range of topics. Part of the thrill of livestreaming is that it’s open to the whole world, but parents should ensure that younger children (at least!) are only streaming to known friends. Parent involvement in children’s online lives is key – regular conversations about their online friends, what apps they enjoy and how they are using them are always helpful. Parents can also become moderators to keep things in check and find out more about the apps their children are using from the NSPCC Net Aware site.
For primary pupils, a conversation about never getting undressed in front of a camera is essential – see
undressed.lgfl.net. Use the NSPCC’s Pants Rule to help them understand what parts of the body should stay private, and that this rule applies online as well. As ever, don’t forget to highlight the positives by giving balanced messages. Remind children that if a request makes them
talk to uncom
fortable online, they should always say no, end the stream, and a trusted adult.
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