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Digital Defense: Standing Strong Against Digital Abuse

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Lesson Plan

Digital Defense Lesson Plan

Teach 11-year-olds to recognize, prevent, and respond to digital abuse through interactive discussion, video analysis, and hands-on activity.

This lesson empowers students to safely navigate digital spaces, understand the impact of online actions, and develop strategies to protect themselves and their peers.

Audience

11-Year-Old Students (Elementary School)

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Interactive lecture, video, and group activity.

Materials

Digital Defense Slide Deck, Cyberbullying Response Activity, and How to Beat Cyberbullies

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Hook

5 minutes

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what digital abuse is, asking students for examples they might have heard.
  • Introduce the lesson objective and explain why digital safety matters.

Step 2

Video & Discussion

10 minutes

  • Play the video How to Beat Cyberbullies.
  • Follow-up with guided questions: What did you notice? How can these strategies be applied?
  • Encourage students to share personal reflections in a safe, moderated discussion.

Step 3

Interactive Slide Deck

10 minutes

  • Use the Digital Defense Slide Deck to present key points about digital abuse and safety tips.
  • Pause periodically to ask questions and engage the class in reflective thinking.

Step 4

Cyberbullying Response Activity

10 minutes

  • Organize students into small groups and distribute the Cyberbullying Response Activity.
  • Each group creates a role-play scenario showing how to handle digital abuse.
  • Groups share their scenarios and discuss alternative responses.

Step 5

Conclusion

5 minutes

  • Summarize key learnings and safety strategies.
  • Reinforce that every student has the power to stand against digital abuse.
  • Invite students to ask any remaining questions.
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Slide Deck

Digital Defense: Standing Strong Against Digital Abuse

Learn how to stay safe and stand up against digital abuse!

Welcome slide. Introduce yourself and set a friendly tone. Explain that today's lesson is about digital safety. Emphasize that the session will be interactive and encourage participation.

What is Digital Abuse?

Digital abuse includes online bullying, harmful messages, and actions that hurt others. It's important to know how to identify and respond to it.

Explain what digital abuse is using simple language. Ask students if they've heard of any examples or seen something online that didn't feel right.

Let's learn practical steps to handle cyberbullying!

Introduce the video 'How to Beat Cyberbullies'. Mention that it's a guide on handling online bullying effectively. Play the video and then lead a brief discussion asking what strategies they noticed.

Key Safety Tips

• Keep your identity private
• Think before you post
• Tell a trusted adult if something doesn't feel right
• Stand up for yourself and others

List key safety tips. Engage students by asking them how they can keep themselves safe online.

Cyberbullying Response Activity

Work in groups to create a role-play showing how to handle digital abuse. Discuss and share alternative responses.

Instructions for the Cyberbullying Response Activity. Explain that students will work in small groups, create a role-play scenario about handling digital abuse, and share their ideas.

Conclusion & Questions

Remember: You have the power to stand against digital abuse. Stay safe, support each other, and always ask for help when needed.

Summarize the main points of the lesson. Ask if there are any questions and encourage students to speak up if they're unclear on any topic.

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Activity

Cyberbullying Response Activity

This activity is designed to help you practice and explore different ways to handle digital abuse through role-play. Working in groups, you will create and perform a short scenario that demonstrates strategies for responding to online bullying. This activity encourages teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity in finding effective solutions to digital challenges.

Guidelines:

  1. Form Groups: Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
  2. Discuss and Plan: Within your group, discuss what digital abuse is and share ideas on possible responses. Brainstorm a short scenario that shows realistic online interactions and how to respond effectively.
  3. Create Your Role-Play: Write a brief script or outline for your role-play. Decide who will play each part, such as the person experiencing digital abuse, the bystander, and the individual demonstrating a supportive response.
  4. Practice: Rehearse your scenario to ensure everyone knows their lines and actions.
  5. Perform: Each group will perform their role-play for the class. Make sure to speak clearly and use actions that reflect respectful and supportive behavior.
  6. Reflect: After each performance, discuss as a class the different strategies shown. What worked well? How could the responses be improved?

Questions to Consider:

  • How did the role-play make you feel about responding to digital abuse?
  • What strategies were most effective in the scenario?
  • Can you think of other ways to handle a similar situation online?







Remember, the key goals of this activity are to understand the importance of digital safety, think critically about responses to online bullying, and empower yourselves to act safely and kindly online.

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