Cyber Chip Game v1.0 released 2/23/2015.
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This game was developed to help the youth understand cyber scam awareness. This is a learning tool that can be used to help Boy Scouts earn their BSA Cyber Chip. Michael J. Thomas who developed the program is an 11yr old Scout Leader and Merit Badge Counsilor for Digital and Programming Merit Badges in San Diego, California. He is also earned his Eagle Scout Award back in 1996.
Learn more about the requirements at http://www.scouting.org/Training/YouthProtection/CyberChip.aspx
Information below is from the website above.
Cyber Chip Requirements for Grades 6-8
- Read and sign the Level II Internet Safety Pledge from NetSmartz. (BSA Cyber Chip green card)
- Write and sign a personalized contract with your parent or guardian that outlines rules for using the computer and mobile devices, including what you can download, what you can post, and consequences for inappropriate use.
- Watch the video “Friend or Fake,” along with two additional videos of your choosing ( Suggestions: Cyberbullying & Gaming ) , to see how friends can help each other to stay safe online. (www.netsmartz.org/scouting
) - As an individual or with your patrol, use the EDGE method and mini lessons to teach Internet safety rules, behavior, and “netiquette” to your troop or another patrol. You are encouraged to use any additional material and information you have researched. Each member of the patrol must have a role and present part of the lesson. (www.netsmartz.org/scouting )
- Discuss with your unit leader the acceptable standards and practices for using allowed electronic devices, such as phones and games, at your meetings and other Scouting events.
Note: All Cyber Chips will expire annually. Each Scout will need to “recharge” the chip by going back to the Netsmartz Recharge area. This space will hold new information, news, and a place for the Scout to recommit to net safety and netiquette. Then, with the unit leader, the Scout can add the new date to the Cyber Chip card or certificate.