Theme: Let's Tech About Wellness

Playlist: Cyber wellness is just a click away!

In a world heavily reliant on technology, issues such as digital burnout, social isolation and cyberbullying can be daunting.

Learn how you can reclaim positive online experiences and improve your relationship with technology by checking out the following resources!

Videos

Podcast

A World of Wellbeing Podcast: Digital Wellbeing

Explore the concept of digital wellbeing, how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered our digital lives, and what constitutes intentional and considerate usage of technology.

Source: A World of Wellbeing Podcast: Digital Wellbeing (2021, April 19). Global Wellbeing Podcast. Retrieved 2021, October 12.

Learning Packages

Think of learning pathways as appetizers. Get started on your learning journey with curated programmes and content before delving deeper into topics that interest you.

Learning Package: Cyber Wellness

Since technology has become a mainstay, we have become increasingly reliant on our digital devices and the internet to make the world go round. While technology does have its benefits and advantages, the prevalence of issues stemming from an unhealthy usage of technology, such as digital burnout, social isolation and cyberbullying, begs us to constantly evaluate our relationship with it.

Cyber wellness, which can be defined as the positive well-being of users in cyberspace, is key in this day and age. Not only does it help ensure a healthy relationship with technology, it also has a positive impact on communities by helping to nurture good digital citizens who are mindful of their online presence and observe proper netiquette.

Learn more about cyber wellness by checking out the resources below! Together, let’s achieve more positive online experiences by ensuring safe and responsible usage of the internet.

Videos

1. Introducing Digital Wellbeing Experiments

Explore the different tools and ideas that are designed to improve your relationship with technology and help you stay afloat.

Source: Introducing Digital Wellbeing Experiments - Youtube (2019, Oct 23). Google. Retrieved 2021, December 20

2. Lessons on Digital Citizenship From Charlie Brown

Digital citizenship refers to the safe, ethical usage of technology and the maintenance of a good, responsible online presence. In this talk, learn how you can positively impact your community by being a good digital citizen!

Source: Lessons on Digital Citizenship From Charlie Brown (2016, May 26). TEDx Talks. Retrieved 2021, October 17

3. It’s not you. Phones are designed to be addicting.

In this exciting video, explore the design elements making it so difficult for us to put down our phones and learn some ways in which you can take control of your phone usage.

Source: It’s not you. Phones are designed to be addicting. (2018, Feb 23). Vox. Retrieved 2021, October 17

Podcast

4. 982: Improving Digital Wellness with Tommy Sobel.

Find out more about establishing a healthier relationship with technology by hearing from Digital Habits Coach Tommy Sobel.

Source: 982: Improving Digital Wellness with Tommy Sobel. Mind Pump Media. Retrieved 2021, October 17

Audio Books & E-books

5. The Cyber Effect

Mary Aiken (2016), The Cyber Effect, Random House Publishing Group.

Unpack how cyberspace is shaping society by diving into research and case studies that uncover how the internet is affecting and altering various facets of our lives.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from NLB Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

6. The Dark Side of Our Digital World

Andrew Weiss (2020), The Dark Side of Our Digital World , Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.

Explore the problems emerging as a result of an increasingly digitalised world and find out the potential paths we can take to address them.

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Retrieved from NLB Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

7. Digital Minimalism

Cal Newport (2019), Digital Minimalism , Penguin Publishing Group.

The concept of digital minimalism has been gaining traction over the years as we find ways to adapt to this fast-paced digital world. Unpack this philosophy and find out how you can incorporate some useful strategies into your everyday life.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from NLB Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

Programmes

We’ve got more in store for you! Check out the programmes under our My Digital Life series to learn more about how technology affects your daily life and unpack trending topics.

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References

1. Ministry of Education. (2021, October 18). Practising Cyber Wellness.. Retrieved 2021, October 19 from https://www.moe.gov.sg/programmes/cyber-wellness
2. Burn-out an “occupational phenomenon”: International Classification of Diseases (2019, May 28). World Health Organisation.. Retrieved 2021, October 19 from https://www.who.int/news/item/28-05-2019-burn-out-an-occupational-phenomenon-international-classification-of-diseases

Playlist: Uncovering the Secrets of Cybercrime

Interested to find out more about cybercrime and the domain in which it lurks? Watch these videos to discover the various forms of cyberattacks, the truth about the dark web, and what you can do in the event of online identity theft!

Videos

Podcast

Darknet Diaries Ep 97: The Pizza Problem

Ever wondered what would happen if someone wanted to steal your Instagram account? Join host Jack Rhysider in uncovering the possible motivations behind this form of online identify theft, and find out what to do if it were to occur.

Source: Ep 97: The Pizza Problem (2021, July 21). Darknet Diaries. Retrieved 2021, October 12.

Learning Package: Cybercrime

Cybercrime, referring to illegal activities conducted through the use of computers or the internet, has become more and more prevalent in the digital age we live in. Given how easy it is for important information to be compromised online, data protection and privacy are more important now than ever before. With the ongoing spread of malicious software and scammers constantly on the prowl, it is our responsibility to stay alert and make sure that we do not become unknowing victims to cybercrime.

Learn more about cybercrime and how you can reduce your chances of falling victim to it by checking out the resources we have compiled for you below!

Videos

1. How worried should we be about deadly cyber attacks? - BBC News

The threat of cyber attacks has been a prevalent one for years, and it’s only a matter of time before it reaches the level of fatality, with the German police already carrying out a homicide investigation in which the masterminds could very well be hackers. Find out more in this segment!

Source: How worried should we be about deadly cyber attacks? - BBC News - Youtube (2020, Sep 26). BBC News. Retrieved 2021, December 20

2. Where is cybercrime really coming from? | Caleb Barlow

Understand the severity of cybercrime and explore the possibility of a collaborative, collective solution against it.

Source: Where is cybercrime really coming from? (2017, May 16). TED. Retrieved 2021, October 14

3. Are You Being Hacked? Meet The Cybersecurity Heroes Fighting The Deep Dark Web | On The Red Dot

In this insightful documentary, delve into the depths of the dark web and learn more about the technology being used in the fight against cybercrime.

Source: Are You Being Hacked? Meet The Cybersecurity Heroes Fighting The Deep Dark Web | On The Red Dot. (2021, Mar 31). CAN Insider. Retrieved 2021, October 14

Podcast

4. Episode One: Roy Gets Hacked by an Evil Clown | What the Hack with Adam Levin

In this introductory podcast episode, learn how hackers embed malicious software in words, graphics, or header advertisements, and find out how you can stay safe on various online platforms and by practising good password habits.

Source: Episode One: Roy Gets Hacked by an Evil Clown | What the Hack with Adam Levin. Adam Levin. Retrieved 2021, October 16

Audio Books & E-books

5. Sandworm: A New Era of Cyberwar and the Hunt for the Kremlin’s Most Dangerous Hackers

Andy Greenberg (2019), Sandworm: A New Era of Cyberwar and the Hunt for the Kremlin’s Most Dangerous Hackers , Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group.

Unpack how cyberspace is shaping society by diving into research and case studies that uncover how the internet is affecting and altering various facets of our lives.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from NLB Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

6. Net Force: Dark Web

Jerome Preisler (2019), Net Force: Dark Web , Hanover Square Press.

A reboot of the original series by Tom Clancy and Steve Pieczenik, this thrilling crime fiction novel explores the fight for national security in the invisible world of cyberspace, highlighting the stakes and the players involved.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from NLB Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

7. The Art of Invisibility

Kevin Mitnick (2019), The Art of Invisibility , Little, Brown and Company.

In this guide written by a renowned computer security expert, learn different tactics and strategies you can adopt to protect your privacy and leave no digital trace in today’s modern world.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from NLB Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

Programmes

We’ve got more in store for you! Check out the programmes under our My Digital Life series to learn more about how technology affects your daily life and unpack trending topics.

Sign up here: go.gov.sg/nlbmdl

References

1. Cybercrime made up 43% of overall crime in 2020; more online threats linked to COVID-19 (2021, July 8). CNA.. Retrieved 2021, October 19 from https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/cybercrime-hacking-phishing-online-crimes-covid-19-1984866.
2. Cybercrime To Cost The World $10.5 Trillion Annually By 2025 (2020, November 13). Cybercrime Magazine.. Retrieved 2021, October 19 from https://cybersecurityventures.com/cybercrime-damage-costs-10-trillion-by-2025/

Playlist: Social Media

Social media has changed the way and the speed with which we can interact and exchange information with others. In essence, social media are online communication tools that allow you to publish and share information. You can use a social media platform to connect with friends and family, catch up on news and to watch videos. Some popular examples include Facebook, Instagram or YouTube. More than just for personal use, social media can also be used by businesses to market their products and services and connect to their consumers.

Learn more about how to use the various popular social media platforms and find out basic tips on how to protect yourself when using social media.

Videos

Learning Package: Social Media

Social media has changed the way and the speed with which we can interact and exchange information with others. In essence, social media are online communication tools that allow you to publish and share information. You can use a social media platform to connect with friends and family, catch up on news and to watch videos. Some popular examples include Facebook, Instagram or YouTube. More than just for personal use, social media can also be used by businesses to market their products and services and connect to their consumers. Learn more about how to use the various popular social media platforms and find out basic tips on how to protect yourself when using social media.

Videos

1. How to Make Tik Tok videos – Beginners Guide to Tik Tok

Want to start using the fun video app Tik Tok? You’ve come to the right place. Watch this video to learn how to use Tik Tok and make your own Tik Tok videos.

Source: How to Make Tik Tok videos – Beginners Guide to Tik Tok (2018, September 2). Techboomers. Retrieved 2021, October 20

2.How To Use Instagram

This video shows you an overview on how to get started on Instagram. By showing you how Instagram works and how to post pictures, you’ll be using Instagram with ease in no time!

Source: How To Use Instagram (2020, December 12). Business Insider. Retrieved 2021, October 21

3.How Hashtags Work on Social Media: Twitter, Instagram & Facebook Hashtag Tips

Hashtags allow users to connect to content they are interested in. In this video, see how hashtags are used on the different social media sites and use the tips to use the relevant hashtags yourself.

Source: How Hashtags Work on Social Media: Twitter, Instagram & Facebook Hashtag Tips (2019, Jan 17). Brand24 Retrieved 2021, October 21

4. How to Be S.U.R.E. Before You Share

Learn how to safeguard yourself and others against online falsehoods by using the National Library Board's S.U.R.E. steps.

Source: \How to Be S.U.R.E. Before You Share (2020, February 18). NLB Singapore. Retrieved 2021, October 20

Websites

1. 15 Social Networking Safety Tips

With all the benefits social networking offers, it is easy to overlook the risks that are involved. These include criminal activity such as stalking, bullying, identity theft and hacking. Users may also fall prey to impersonators who can cause damage to their reputation. To make the best use of social networking while avoiding the risks, users will need to understand and follow a set of basic safety tips that are easy to remember and highly effective.

eBooks

1. A Social Media Survival Guide: How to Use the Most Popular Platforms and Protect Your Privacy

Melody Karle (2020), A Social Media Survival Guide: How to Use the Most Popular Platforms and Protect Your Privacy, Rowman & Littlefield.

With a myriad of rules and ways to communicate, figuring out different types of social media platforms can be a mind-boggling task for the regular person. Follow author Melody Karle as she shows you how to navigate the most popular networking sites – while still protecting your privacy.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

2. Instagram Rules: The Essential Guide to Building Brands, Business and Community

Jodie Cook (2020), Instagram Rules: The Essential Guide to Building Brands, Business and Community, Frances Lincoln.

Winner of the 2021 Business Book Awards, Social media expert Jodie Cook provides you with 125 bite-sized rules to easily and efficiently optimise your profile and improve your engagement.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

3. So You Want to Start a Podcast: Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Story, and Building a Community That Will Listen

Kristen Meinzer (2019), So You Want to Start a Podcast: Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Story, and Building a Community That Will Listen, William Morrow.

Podcast is one of the fastest growing forms of media. However, starting a hit podcast show can be tricky. With practical and comprehensive advice, this book will take you through (and inspire you) on how to produce an entertaining and informative show for your target audience.

Borrow the eBook here.

Retrieved from Libby (myLibraryid is required to access the eBook).

Digital Programmes in NLB

We’ve got more in store for you! Check out the digital-related programmes under the Time of Your Life (TOYL) series to pick up more knowledge and skills about digital platforms. go.gov.sg/toyl to find the right one for you!

References

11) Number of Facebook users in Singapore from 2017 to 2020 and a forecast up to 2025. statista.com. Retrieved 2021, October 19 from https://www.statista.com/statistics/490492/number-of-singapore-facebook-users/
12) Daily Time Spent with Media. Half a Billion Users joined Social in the Last Year (and other facts) Hootsuite. Retrieved 2021, October 19 from https://blog.hootsuite.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Digital-2021-Q3-Daily-Time-Spent-with-Media.png

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