Tip 5: Be Positive


Summary

Treat others the way you want to be treated, offline and online! Being positive on the web means that you should only post, comment or forward something, if you wouldn’t mind someone doing the same to you.

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Welcome to the Google Online Safety Roadshow. We're here to teach you a few things you need to know so you can stay safe online and enjoy all of the fun things that the web has to offer.

Be positive. Everyone, including students, is responsible for creating a great online experience. There are lots of ways, big and small, to help make this happen today. Try to do something positive on the web each day. Leave an encouraging comment or send someone a thank you text. These kinds of gestures are easy, quick, and can really make a lasting impact on someone's day.

You'll feel great and inspire other people to be kind online too. A little positivity can go a long way and have a huge ripple effect online. The opposite is also true. A little negativity can spread into something big and ugly online. If you see someone being mean, talk to an adult, or take charge and report it yourself. Only by acting can you make change happen for you and the people around you, online and in the real world.

Everyone can be a leader and set a good example on the internet for others. There are so many opportunities to do amazing things online. You can use the web to explore your world around you, answer important questions, and solve big problems. The only question is-- how are you going to change the world? So set a good example and be positive.

Quiz

What is the main responsibility emphasized in the Google Online Safety Roadshow text?

  • A. Sharing negative experiences online.
  • B. Creating a positive online environment.
  • C. Ignoring online interactions.
  • D. Avoiding the web altogether.

According to the text, what are some examples of positive online actions?

  • A. Ignoring others' posts.
  • B. Leaving negative comments.
  • C. Sending thank-you texts and encouraging comments.
  • D. Avoiding online engagement.

How does the text suggest dealing with online negativity?

  • A. Encouraging more negativity.
  • B. Reporting it to an adult or taking charge to address it.
  • C. Ignoring it and avoiding online interactions.
  • D. Joining in on negative discussions.

What is the potential impact of being positive online, as mentioned in the text?

  • A. Negatively influencing others.
  • B. Spreading negativity.
  • C. Inspiring kindness and creating a ripple effect.
  • D. Limiting online engagement.

According to the text, what can everyone do to be a leader and set a good example online?

  • A. Encourage negativity.
  • B. Avoid online interactions.
  • C. Act positively and inspire others.
  • D. Ignore online responsibilities.