If you want to add this to your SharePoint site, simply put the javacript file in your document folder along with the image, and then copy the url of the image into your javascript code file.  Then create a content editor webpart and copy the supplied code that refers to the javascript file into the source editor (making sure that you change the link to point to the document library where you have put the javascript code file) .

The day long course is for those who’ve had a go and want to learn some new tips tricks perfect fro classroom projects.
As well as chroma keying, beats within the action, the use of different shots and adding sound and music to animation.
Animation is 60% sound!

All equipment is provided, the course will be lead by Oscar Stringer from Animation For Education LTD.

If you would like a booking form click here.

Students and teachers alike are often confused about what they are allowed to use.  The UK Intellectual Property Office makes some comments here that help to untangle the issues surrounding copyright.  It can be a minefield, but raising the issue with colleagues and students might raise a few eyebrows and give a starting point for  considering best practice.

It would be great if schools could share how they are using Comic Life either on this blog or on the discussion board within the learning gateway.

Most of us are aware of SPAM �?? the junk messages that we get sent to our email inbox or to our mobile phones. Some people are now using popular chat facilities and Instant Messenger applications to send something called �??SPIM�?? to others.

The term �??Spimming�?? is used to describe unsolicited messages which are being sent through Instant Messenger (such as Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo Chat etc), usually from automated accounts. The messages can be harmless links to adverts, or in more serious cases can link to adult sites or websites with abusive content. The confusing thing about these messages is that they often seem to be from a real person (when they are not) and will take the form of a conversation.

How does SPIM work?

A �??bot�?? (short for an internet robot) is a piece of software that runs automated, structurally repetitive tasks over the internet. These bots are being deployed into IM applications and will take the appearance of another chat user.  An automated message will then ask that they are added to the user�??s online buddy list.  When accepted onto the buddy list, the automated messages begin. No matter what response the user gives, the messages from the �??bot�?? stays the same.

In our experience these automated messages can often be inappropriate and sexualised from the outset. They have included references to live web-cam shows and sexual activity. In some cases, if the automated conversation is allowed to continue, a link is given to the user and if clicked, will take them automatically, to a site with sexual content.  A variety of different names and email addresses are given by the �??bot�?? to make people think they are actually speaking to another human, when in fact they are communicating with an internet robot.   Numerous reports have been received by the CEOP Centre and we have in turn made the Internet Watch Foundation (www.iwf.org.uk) aware.

What are the risks?
Children and young people are unknowingly adding internet �??bots�?? to their online contact list, believing them to be �??real people�??.  By adding people they do not know to their contact list anyway, they are putting themselves at risk to strangers and potentially adults with a sexual interest in children, who use online environments to meet people.
Once the �??bot�?? has been added to the contact list and the conversation ensues, there is the option to click on a link which will take users to a site that houses inappropriate sexual content.  The link or url may not be advertised as leading to explicitly sexual material.  Children and young people should be aware that clicking on a link not known to them may result in them accessing inappropriate images or may result in a virus or images being downloaded to their machine, or may allow a hacker access to their computer.

What can be done?
Children and young people should be encouraged NOT to add, or accept people to their online contact list if they do not know who they are.  If a stranger tries to be added as a friend to a users online contact list, they should be blocked or deleted straight away.  If a �??bot�?? is added to a contact list and a conversation ensues, children and young people need to know that they should not click on the link provided to them. They should delete the contact and report what has happened using the �??Report Abuse�?? button on the www.ceop.gov.uk website.

Visit www.thinkuknow.co.uk for advice and guidance on how to stay safe online. There is also a specific area on the site for parents.

Find out more about spimming�?�
www.newscientist.com/article/dn4822-spam-being-rapidly-outpaced-by-spim.html
news.cnet.com/Spim,-splog-on-the-rise/2100-7349_3-6091123.html

Find out more about CEOP�?�
You can now register to receive our bi-monthly e-bulletin which provides information to subscribers on all areas of the work of CEOP. Visit www.ceop.gov.uk to find out more.

Help us in the fight to locate missing child sex offenders- register to receive updates when more details are released or new offenders are posted on the site. Visit www.ceop.gov.uk/wanted

What is CEOP again?
CEOP is the police agency specifically set up to tackle the sexual abuse of children in the UK. Find out more about our work at www.ceop.gov.uk and register for updates on all areas of our activity.

And finally- did you find this email useful?
If so, please forward it onto friends and family and they can register to receive these emails too.  If you are not registered to receive these emails, register here www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/register.aspx

1.) Safer Internet Day 2009

CEOP will be producing a pack of resources especially for the SID week (available for download).

Professionals can register on the thinkuknow website if they are interested in receiving information, guidance and the pack.

Our Mission:

To get all UK schools involved in SID 2009! This is the perfect opportunity to introduce internet safety to students or to consolidate the teaching already implemented.

Method:

To mark European Safer Internet Day, schools can download a pack of resources including brand new stand alone KS2 and 3 assemblies (which will be launched on the day). CEOP will be also be signposting to all the resources schools will need for SID 2009 including those focussed on cyberbullying and other issues. We would also like to hear your plans for the week.

Get it in your school diary NOW! February 2009 How do I get access to the Safer Internet Day Assemblies? Go to http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/teachers/sid09.aspx <http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/teachers/sid09.aspx> , register and we will keep you up-to-date with developments. You will be able to download the resource pack early February 2009.

If you are a registered user of the Thinkuknow website, please login before registering your interest for the Safer Internet Day Assemblies. This will preclude you from having to fill out more registration forms!

The downloads will be available from our “Resource Area” early February 2009 but only to those who have registered and been verified.

2.) New Thinkuknow Training Dates Dates - We have just announced our next training dates for the first half of 2009. Demand has been very high recently so register early to avoid disappointment!

You can apply for 2 types of training:

Ambassador Training - (Full Day - ?125)

The CEOP Ambassador Training will give you an in depth look at not only young people use of the internet and mobile technology, but also examine how offenders use the online environment to groom young people. The training will give both a law enforcement and education perspective broadening your understanding of this emerging arena. The training will run through CEOP’s secondary school education programme Thinkuknow and other stand alone resources. Once you have completed the training you will be able to train your colleagues in the 11 -16 year old Thinkuknow education resource. You will also receive a certificate. The training will dedicate time for general discussion and allow you to ask any questions that may effect your individual profession.

These courses will take place at:

* Newcastle 04/12/2008

* London 16/12/2008

* London 22/01/2008

* Preston 29/01/2008

* Belfast 19/02/2009

* Bristol 05/03/2009

* Glasgow 19/03/2009

* South Wales 09/04/2009

* Newcastle 30/04/2009

* London 14/05/2009

* Derry 11/06/2009

* Cambridge 25/06/2009

CEOP Thinkuknow Training (2.5 Hours - Free) This training allows you to directly deliver CEOP’s 11-16 year olds Thinkuknow programme to young people however you can not cascade train other colleagues unless you complete the CEOP ambassador full day training. The training will not only teach you how to deliver the product to young people but will also take you through many of the most popular applications young peoples are using in the online and mobile environment.

The courses will be taking place at:

* Aberdeen 06/11/2008

* Newcastle 03/12/2008

* London 21/01/2009

* Preston 28/01/2009

* Belfast 18/02/2009

* Bristol 04/03/2009

* Glasgow 18/03/2009

* South Wales 08/04/2009

* Newcastle 29/04/2009

* London 13/05/2009

* Derry 10/06/2009

* Cambridge 24/06/2009

Please visit www.thinkuknow.co.uk/teachers/training <file://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/teachers/training> to register for a course.

Helen Penn

Head of Education

Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre