This week’s #WakeUpWednesday post is all about streaming.

Livestreaming is now a major part of children’s entertainment, evolving from gamers sharing screens into a booming industry with diverse personalities. While watching streamers can be entertaining, it comes with no small number of risks for children, such as misinformation, negative influences, and inappropriate content. With over 2.5 million viewers on Twitch – the current most popular streaming platform – at any one time, this guide highlights the potential dangers associated with watching livestreams and the importance of staying informed.

This free guide from the National College – also available in podcast format – provides parents and educators everything they need to know about streamers and how to keep children protected.

Sources:

https://www.notta.ai/en/blog/twitch-statistics

https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/asmongold-apologizes-after-backlash-over-racist-comments-2945020/

https://www.dexerto.com/youtube/coffeezilla-blasts-hawk-tuah-crypto-token-in-heated-confrontation-with-haliey-welch-2999398/

 

If you have any questions or concerns about any issues, please contact the school office, who will put you in touch with the Safeguarding Team.