In collaboration with Google, Maxis conducted a training session on internet safety. Using Google’s “Be Internet Awesome” digital literacy programme, participants learnt how to become confident internet users.
The programme provided participants the right digital tools to create secure passwords, stay safe from scams, respond to cyberbullying and more. Those who were trained are made up of Managers and Assistant Managers of Community Broadband Centres (CBC) nationwide and Maxis volunteers. The MCMC-owned CBCs serve as digital hubs for communities in the underserved areas.
The trained participants will them help to guide Maxis eKelas students on the fundamentals of online safety. eKelas, Maxis flagship community programme, is an after-school digital learning initiative that aims to improve the academic performance of students in rural communities.
Its focus is on three subjects – Science, Mathematics and English – for Form 1, 2 and 3 students. eKelas offers a combination of live tutorials, group learning and interactive digital content. It is delivered at 55 CBCs located across 10 states.
The ‘Be Internet Awesome’ training is based on modules provided by Google, which covers five key areas:
- Share with Care (Be Internet Smart)
- Don’t Fall for Fake (Be Internet Alert)
- Secure Your Secrets (Be Internet Strong)
- It’s Cool to Be Kind (Be Internet Kind)
- When in Doubt, Talk It Out (Be Internet Brave)
In addition to the training session, Maxis’ collaboration with Google includes incorporating digital literacy content – in both English and Bahasa Malaysia – into the eKelas portal and live tutorials.
