Video Games are the largest grossing industry surpassing both the film and music industries combined. While video games are a pastime enjoyed by millions, as with all things that are enjoyable there is a possibility of addiction. This PowerPoint covers the basics of video games addiction aimed at KS3-KS5 students. You will talk to them about the differences between playing a lot of games and addiction, how to notice the symptoms of addiction and what to do if they suspect they or a friend might have a problem. All slides are accompanied by presenter notes to guide you through what to say as presenting each slide. A basic understanding of modern technology and media in assumed. There are parts where personalisation is recommended and these are clearly highlighted in BOLD ITALICS in the notes section. Perfect as a conversation starter with Secondary school students potentially battling addiction problems or noticing early warning signs. This PowerPoint is designed to be delivered in an Assembly and should last approximately 20 minutes depending on style and delivery. PowerPoint is updated regularly to keep it current and relevant. Notes to help delivery are included. About the Author - I work in an OFSTED Grade 1 Secondary school as the Online Safeguarding Coordinator and Online Child Protection. I am a trained CEOP ambassador and give lectures to staff, parents and children in schools as well as lectures at Universities and other Parental Groups. I am a SLE in the use of technology and social media in the classroom.

Video Games are the largest grossing industry surpassing both the film and music industries combined. While video games are a pastime enjoyed by millions as with all things that are enjoyable there is a possibility of addiction. This PowerPoint covers the basics of video games addiction, signs to look out for and advice on what to do. This Presentation is aimed at Staff wishing to learn and understand more about Videogame Addiction. All slides are accompanied by presenter notes to guide you through what to say as presenting each slide. A basic understanding of modern technology and media in assumed. Perfect as a conversation started with Secondary school students potentially battling addiction problems or noticing early warning signs. This PowerPoint is designed to be delivered in a CPD training session and should last approximately 1 hour depending on style and delivery. PowerPoint is updated regularly to keep it current and relevant. Notes to help delivery are included. About the Author - I work in an OFSTED Grade 1 Secondary school as the Online Safeguarding Coordinator and Online Child Protection. I am a trained CEOP ambassador and give lectures to staff, parents and children in schools as well as lectures at Universities and other Parental Groups. I am a SLE in the use of technology in the classroom. I am also a part time video game journalist running a site on independent video games.

Included Double sided A4 crib sheet useful for staff containing current social media platforms including EAL. Double sided A4 quiz sheet useful for staff and student as an activity to gauge social media awareness. This can also be used to identify which social media apps groups of students use on a regular basis. Since the late 2000s social media has become one of the most prevalent things in the lives of young people. The vast majority of teenagers admit that most of their social lives happen through social media. As an adult it can sometimes be difficult to keep up with current trends in social media and what apps students are using. This Information Sheet covers the basics of different social media apps and what potential dangers they pose to young people. This sheet is regularly updated and was last updated in June 2017 to include a number of Non-English Social Media sites that may be popular with EAL students. Perfect as a conversation starter with Secondary school students or as a guide for staff and parents. About the Author - I work in an OFSTED Grade 1 Secondary school as the Online Safeguarding Coordinator and Online Child Protection. I am a trained CEOP ambassador and give lectures to staff, parents and children in schools as well as lectures at Universities and other Parental Groups. I am a SLE in the use of technology and social media in the classroom.