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DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Rewarding Relationships

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

"It's complicated" can describe many of our relationships with others, both romantic and otherwise. Add digital devices and social media to the mix, and things get complicated even further. Help students take the first step toward building healthy and rewarding…

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Relationships & Communication

Grades

10

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Countering Hate Speech Online

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

As humans, we thrive on social connections and group associations. But this tendency can also lead us to be suspicious of people outside our group. This fear -- xenophobia -- can be overcome by more exposure to people who are different from us. However, the…

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Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

Grades

10

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Challenging Confirmation Bias

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Our brains are great at using past experiences to make quick decisions on the fly, but these shortcuts can also lead to bias. "Confirmation bias" is our brain's tendency to seek out information that confirms things we already think we know. Help your students…

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News & Media Literacy

Grades

10

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

My Digital Life Is Like ...

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

We often use our phones or other devices without even thinking about it. But paying closer attention to how -- and how much -- we use digital media can help us find better balance in our lives. Challenge students to truly consider how digital media adds to -- or…

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Media Balance & Well-Being

Grades

9

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

The Big Data Dilemma

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Many of us are aware that we're being tracked when we go online. It's one of the ways our favorite websites and apps know how to recommend content just for us. But how much information are companies actually collecting? And what are they doing with it? Digging…

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Privacy & Security

Grades

9

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Protecting Online Reputations

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Tagging friends on social media is a great way to connect with others and capture memorable experiences. But what if they don't want to be tagged? Encourage your students to take responsibility for how they may affect the digital footprints of others.

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Digital Footprint & Identity

Grades

9

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Chatting and Red Flags

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Having conversations online, without nonverbal cues or being able to see people, can be awkward and sometimes even risky -- with drawbacks from simple misunderstandings to manipulation or inappropriate messages. Help students navigate and avoid these situations…

Topics

Relationships & Communication

Grades

9

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

What You Send in "That Moment When ... "

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

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…

Topics

Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

Grades

9

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Hoaxes and Fakes

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

We know not to believe everything we hear, but what about what we see? Advancements in computer-generated graphics, facial recognition, and video production have led to a world of viral videos that are often difficult to identify as fake. Help your students…

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News & Media Literacy

Grades

9

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

This Just In!

Posted on by Eisha Buch

With mobile phone alerts, social media updates, and 24/7 news cycles, it's hard to escape the daily flood of breaking news. But do kids really understand what they're seeing when stories first break? Help students analyze breaking news with a critical eye for…

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News & Media Literacy

Grades

8

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Responding to Online Hate Speech

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Students can come across all kinds of negative content online and on social media, whether it's rude, mean, or even hateful. But what should students do when they encounter hate speech online? Have  students think through digital dilemmas and identify the…

Topics

Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

Grades

8

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Sexting and Relationships

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

It's natural for teens to be curious about their emerging sexuality. But most middle schoolers aren't prepared for the risks of exploring this in the digital age. Help students think critically about self-disclosure in relationships and practice how they'd…

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Relationships & Communication

Grades

8

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Social Media and Digital Footprints: Our Responsibilities

Posted on by Eisha Buch

Social media can be a place to connect, learn, and, most of all, share. But how much do kids know about what they're sharing -- and not just about themselves but each other? Help students think critically about their digital footprints on social media.

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Digital Footprint & Identity

Grades

8

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Being Aware of What You Share

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Kids share a lot of information whenever they go online -- sometimes on purpose, sometimes not. But do they understand that online privacy isn't just what they say and post? Help your students learn about their digital footprints and the steps they can take to…

Topics

Privacy & Security

Grades

8

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Digital Media and Your Brain

Posted on by Eisha Buch

Sometimes when you're using media, it's hard to stop. Lots of people even say they feel "addicted" to their phones or the apps and games they use. But is digital media actually designed to get you hooked? Have students think about the ways different digital…

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Media Balance & Well-Being

Grades

8