New Free Resources from INNOTECH Now Available for Southeast Asian Parents and Caregivers

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INNOTECH offers a rich collection of free digital parenting tools designed to help Southeast Asian parents and caregivers support their children’s learning and online safety in today’s digital world. Building on the initial release of 10 infographic sets and 13 short videos in 2023, the collection has now expanded to include 21 short videos, 7 new infographics, and 2 podcast episodes— available in English, Bahasa Melayu, and Filipino.

These resources cover a wide range of practical topics essential for digital parenting, such as:

• Navigating popular educational platforms like Google Classroom, with guides including “A Parent’s Introduction to Google Classroom” and “Understanding How Children Use Google Classroom”

• Decoding social media apps widely used by teenagers, including “Decoding Instagram: A simple guide for parents,” “Unlocking TikTok for parents,” and videos on why children are drawn to TikTok

• Setting up parental controls on devices and apps, with detailed guides on Google SafeSearch, Apple Screen Time, and Google Family Link

• Understanding and addressing cyberbullying, internet addiction, online pornography, and sexting

• Managing screen time and setting healthy digital boundaries for children, including topics like acceptable screen time, helping teens unplug, and when children are ready for smartphones

• Supporting children’s learning and development through scaffolding and parental mediation techniques

• Exploring online safety and responsible technology use to promote children’s overall health and digital well-being

The two podcasts, “Raising Digital Kids: Are We Doing Enough to Keep Them Safe?” and “How to Promote Children’s Digital Wellness,” provide additional perspectives and strategies for creating safer, healthier digital environments at home.

Infographics Set (2025 Beta Version)

Designed especially for parents and caregivers with children from kindergarten through grade 12, the infographics simplify important concepts, while the short videos and podcasts provide engaging, easy-to-understand guidance.

School administrators and teachers are also encouraged to share and use these resources within their communities and parental education programs to strengthen digital literacy and safety awareness among families.

To help INNOTECH continue improving these materials, parents and caregivers are invited to complete a short ﬁve-minute survey about their experience with the resources: https://tinyurl.com/DT4EParents

As a thank you, participants will receive an electronic raffle ticket for a chance to win fun prizes.

All the digital parenting resources can be accessed for free on INNOTECH’s official website and social media channels, including Facebook, YouTube, Linked. Families and educators are encouraged to explore and share these valuable tools that promote conﬁdent, safe, and positive digital engagement for children across Southeast Asia.