We've all faced thorny situations where what we say or do could potentially harm or hurt someone. Being honest is important, but is there such a thing as being too honest? Sometimes, innocent -- but insensitive -- comments or actions can easily escalate to digital drama or even cyberbullying. Help students recognize and navigate these types of situations that happen online.
Key Vocabulary: digital dilemma Show definitions
Key Standards Supported
Common Core ELA
L.9-10.1,L.9-10.3,L.9-10.4,L.9-10.6,RH.9-10.1,RH.9-10.4,RH.9-10.10,RI.9-10.1,RI.9-10.4,RI.9-10.10,SL.9-10.1,SL.9-10.1a,SL.9-10.1b,SL.9-10.1c,SL.9-10.1d,SL.9-10.2,SL.9-10.3,SL.9-10.4,SL.9-10.5,SL.9-10.6,W.9-10.1,W.9-10.4,W.9-10.10
CASEL
1a,1b,2a,2c,3a,3b,4a,4b,4c,4d,5a,5b,5c,5f
AASL
I.A.2,I.B.1,I.B.3,I.C.1,I.C.4,I.D.1,I.D.2,I.D.3,II.A.1,II.B.1,II.B.2,II.B.3,II.C.1,II.C.2,II.D.1,II.D.2,II.D.3,III.A.1,III.A.2,III.A.3,III.B.1,III.B.2,III.C.2,III.D.1,IV.A.1,IV.A.2,IV.A.3,IV.B.1,IV.B.2,IV.B.4,IV.D.2,V.A.1,V.A.3,V.B.2,V.C.3,VI.A.1,VI.A.2,VI.D.1,VI.D.2
ISTE
1d,2b,3a,3b,3d,4a,4b,6a,6b,6c,6d,7a,7b,7c,7d
Lesson Plan
Consider: What We Intend
15 mins.Explore: Feelings & Options
25 mins.Wrap Up: Dealing with Dilemmas
5 mins.What You'll Need
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Lesson last updated: July 2020
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