Pornography is a neglected problem in society which devalues women in particular, making them objects of lust rather than human beings. The same devaluation occurs when children are involved. Educators not only must teach against such disrespect, but also must work to protect children from gaining access to Internet pornography as the Internet becomes more commonplace in schools. Children who fall into the trap of becoming objects of pornography tend to have a need for love from an adult. This need can come from neglect of parents or problems at home or school.
Teachers can play a strong role in such situations.
If children feel there is an adult who cares and who is available to listen, feelings of self-worth grow stronger. Avoidance of pornographic magazines and Internet sites is crucial from the earliest age. Educators with Internet access in their rooms and buildings must make it a priority to supervise children on the Internet. Some schools have employed the use of filtering programs. The use of filtering has stirred much debate in the education community.