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LESSON

Web of Responsibility

How do our online actions shape the digital footprints of others?

Students will explore the ripple effects of their online actions through a real-world dilemma that brings digital responsibility to life. Beyond simply learning about digital footprints, they'll discover the power they hold when posting content involving others and develop the critical-thinking skills needed to make positive online choices.

Objectives

  • Reflect on how our online choices can impact the digital footprint of ourselves and others
  • Develop strategies for responsibly creating and sharing content that involves other people

Vocabulary

Digital Footprint · Responsibility
Digital Footprint all of the information online about a person, either posted by that person or others, intentionally or unintentionally
Responsibility taking ownership of our actions and understanding how our choices online and in person have far-reaching effects.
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Time
20 mins.

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Lesson Materials

VIDEO

Teen Voices: Digital Footprints

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