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Our aim - for children, school staff and parents to adopt a healthy scepticism and develop a better understanding of misinformation and disinformation online.

West Midlands, England
Joined March 2023
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Well done, you got it right! TRUE. Stay informed - check our website for more: thedmd.co.uk. Keep on your toes! #edutwitter #OnlineSafety #misinformation #disinformation #education #schools #ukedchat #ukedteach
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Calling all Digital Media Detectives! We need your help - we've got a challenging case and we need your detective skills to help us crack it. Is the following statement true or false? Check back tomorrow to find out. #OnlineSafety #misinformation #ukedchat #ukedteach!
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Well done, you got it right! FALSE - that's misinformation. Stay informed - check our website for more: thedmd.co.uk. Keep on your toes! #edutwitter #OnlineSafety #misinformation #disinformation #education #schools #ukedchat #ukedteach
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Test your Detective skills! 🕵️‍♂️ We need your help - True or False? Leave your answers in the comments & tune in tomorrow for the correct answer. Show off your Digital Media detecting skills! #misinformation #disinformation #education #ukedchat #ukedteach
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Well done, you got it right! FALSE - that's misinformation. Stay informed - check our website for more: thedmd.co.uk. Keep on your toes! #edutwitter #OnlineSafety #misinformation #disinformation #education #schools #ukedchat #ukedteach
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We need your help! 🕵️‍♂️ Put your Digital Media detective skills to the test and help us decide if this statement is True or False. We welcome your answers in the comments, and will post the correct answer tomorrow - so don't forget to check back then! #edutwitter #ukedchat
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Hey followers! 🤗 Enjoy the break! 😎 Stay vigilant against mis/dis-info, double check sources ❗️ From all of us at the Digital Media Detectives, have a great break! 🎉 thedmd.co.uk #edutwitter #OnlineSafety #misinformation #disinformation #education #schools
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📢 Check out Miss Pony's lesson on Misinformation! 📢 It's a great way to learn how to critically analyse news and media, and uncover the truth. You can learn more here: thedmd.co.uk/?utm_source=twi…
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Empower children and teach them how to communicate respectfully, engage in positive online discussions and be responsible digital citizens @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools #digital5aday #onlinesafety
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Teach your child not to engage with unknown people and to tell an adult if they encounter anything suspicious online @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools #parentingtips
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Embrace the positive potential of technology! Equip children with the skills they need to thrive in the digital world while ensuring their #onlinesafety remains the top priority @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools
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Too much screen time can affect your child's well-being. Encourage a healthy balance between online and offline activities @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools #digital5aday
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Emphasise the importance of consent and respecting others' privacy online. Teach children about responsible photo sharing and seeking permission before posting someone else's image @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools
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Keep an open and honest dialogue with your child about their online experiences. Teach them to recognise potential risks online and how to report and block on different platforms @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools
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Teach children about website credibility and how to navigate the online world safely. Help them check sources and guide them towards age-appropriate platforms @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools
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Encourage safe online habits from a young age. Teach your child about appropriate content, responsible sharing and the importance of asking for help @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #digital5aday #westmidlandsschools
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We're thrilled to announce that Jon Bull our CEO and founder met up with @connex_academy to discuss our @thedmd_ project. Have a listen to the #podcast by visiting open.spotify.com/episode/2yR… #safeguarding #charity #podcast #education #children #online #safety #PHSE #DigitalMedia
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Encourage critical thinking in a digital world! Teach children to evaluate online content, fact-check information and be mindful of the impact of their digital footprint @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools #digital5aday
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Create a safe online environment for your child. Use age-appropriate filters, supervise online interactions and encourage positive digital citizenship @squirrellearn @OnlineBehave @dogduckcat @DCMS #onlinesafety #safeguarding #westmidlandsschools
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