We are excited to announce the launch of three newly created interactive learning modules designed to help users get the most from Instagram and understand how best to use the safety tools available to them.
Our learning modules have been developed with the support of Instagram and have been launched today to mark the start of Anti-Bullying Week. Titled "Using Instagram's Safety Tools," "How to Deal With Bullying on Instagram," and "Getting the Most from Instagram," they have been designed to deliver an engaging learning experience for users of all ages and abilities.
People accessing the modules will learn a number of important aspects related to getting the most from Instagram, including how to use the platform's safety tools, how to build a positive community, how to deal with bullying, and how to help other users who might need some extra support.
Our partnership with Cybersmile will mean we can give young people across the country important information about our anti-bullying tools, and empower them to set their own rules of communication online. This series of fun and interactive modules is intended to help people get the most out of Instagram and is all part of our efforts to keep the community safe and supported so they feel able to express themselves and explore their interests.
Kira Wong O'Connor, EMEA Policy Programmes Manager, Instagram
Our new modules have been designed to get people to think more about supporting and encouraging meaningful conversation as well as building diverse and inclusive communities. They also encourage users to be mindful of other users' sensitivities and also to be aware of the need for self-care and their own digital wellbeing.
Alongside Instagram, we are committed to leading the fight against online bullying. Instagram recently announced updates to its suite of anti-bullying tools to include an expansion of the Comment Warning feature, which warns people when they repeatedly try to post potentially offensive comments, and a new AI tool that automatically hides comments similar to those frequently reported for bullying.
We are proud to have the opportunity to work with Instagram in creating new learning modules for the Cybersmile Education Program. The learning outcomes embedded in our modules will enable more Instagram users to make use of the tools and features designed to keep the spaces we create and have control over fun, safe, and friendly.
Dan Raisbeck, Co-founder, The Cybersmile Foundation
The new modules serve US and UK English language versions depending on the user's location and have been integrated into our education program, which provides a completely free education for everybody in key areas such as Digital Civility, Content Authenticity, LGBT & Gender Awareness, Online Safety and more.