Conversation questions (children)

The Norwegian word «nettvett» means how to have safe, responsible, and respectful behavior on the internet. If you are not very familiar with the Norwegian language, you will find the conversation questions from «Barnevakten» in English below.

(Grades 3–7 in Norwegian schools.)

Difficult: What would make it okay to talk to adults about difficult or upsetting things that happen online?

Favorites: What are your favorite apps or games?

Fun: What are the positive aspects of gaming and social media?

Money: Is there a lot of pressure to buy things in games? What might be good agreements around spending money in games?

Prevention: What can adults and children do to create a good environment at school and online to prevent bullying and exclusion?

Speaking Up: At some schools, students don’t dare to tell adults about problems because they’re afraid of being labeled a “snitch.” What can be done to change this?

Photo Sharing: Someone has shared an inappropriate photo with you. What do you do?

Role Model: What do you think about adults’ screen use?

Screen-Free: Experts suggest that children and adults should have screen-free bedrooms and take a break from screens about an hour before sleeping. What do we think about this?

Togetherness: Do you wish to spend more time with friends or family? What is fun to do together, without screens?

Language: Is there a lot of rude language in your class or online? Why is that? What can we do about it?

Annoying: Mention something that’s frustrating in games, social media, or chat. What can be done about it?

Screen Time: What is an appropriate amount of screen time? Do we have suggestions for good screen rules?

Well-Being: What can each person do to make sure everyone has a good experience online?

(Some of this text has been translated from Norwegian to English using AI.)