Digital Safety 101: Staying Safe Online

Cam Tran

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Digital Safety 101: Staying Safe Online

Learn internet safety essentials

In this lesson, students will learn vital internet safety practices, including protecting personal information and recognizing online threats. The lesson includes watching an engaging video, participating in interactive scenarios, discussing key concepts, and completing an exit ticket. Mastering these skills is crucial for students to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.

Audience

Grade 6 Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Learn internet safety essentials

Materials

Projector or Smartboard, Computer with internet access, Printed scenarios, Online Safety Video - Watch Here, and Exit Ticket

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Greet the students and introduce the topic of digital safety.
Ask students if they use the internet and what they usually do online (e.g., social media, gaming, research).
Briefly discuss the importance of internet safety and protecting personal information.

Step 2

Video: Online Safety

10 mins

Show the Online Safety video featuring Tim and Moby.
Ask students to note down any surprising facts or new tips they learn from the video.

Step 3

Interactive Scenarios

20 mins

Divide students into small groups and hand out printed scenarios.
Each group will act out a scenario that involves an online safety issue.
Discuss each scenario as a class, focusing on what the safe and responsible actions should be.

Step 4

Discussion

15 mins

Facilitate a discussion about the video and scenarios.
Use the provided discussion questions to guide the conversation on how to stay safe online and what to do if they encounter online threats.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
Hand out an exit ticket for students to complete, which includes questions about what they learned and how they will apply it.

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Discussion

Digital Safety Discussion

This discussion will help students reflect on the concepts learned in the video and scenarios. The aim is to ensure they understand how to stay safe online.

What did you learn from the video about keeping your identity a secret online?

Encourage students to mention specific tips from the video, such as not sharing personal information and using anonymous screen names.

How should you handle online strangers who try to chat with you or ask for personal information?

Discuss the importance of not responding to unknown contacts and informing a trusted adult.

What actions can you take if someone makes you feel uncomfortable online?

Highlight the steps of blocking, reporting, and discussing the situation with parents or teachers.

Why is it important to be respectful and kind online?

Underline the impact of positive interactions on making the internet a safer place for everyone.

Quiz

Digital Safety Exit Ticket