Digital Safety Detectives

Hannah Norwood

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Digital Safety Detectives

Learn online safety skills

In this lesson, students will become digital safety detectives to uncover the secrets of staying safe online. Through interactive games and discussions, they will learn about cyberbullying, privacy settings, and how to create strong passwords. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly, fostering a secure online environment.

Audience

4th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Learn online safety skills

Materials

Discussion Guide, Interactive Game Materials, Worksheet on Online Safety, and Exit Ticket Quiz

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of online safety.
Ask students if they have ever heard of terms like cyberbullying or privacy settings.
Introduce the concept of becoming 'Digital Safety Detectives' for the day.

Step 2

Interactive Game

20 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Provide each group with a scenario related to online safety (e.g., receiving a suspicious message).
Ask them to discuss and decide the best course of action.
Share findings with the class.

Step 3

Discussion on Cyberbullying

10 mins

Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate a conversation about cyberbullying.
Discuss what it is, how it affects people, and ways to prevent it.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

15 mins

Distribute the Worksheet on Online Safety.
Have students complete activities related to creating strong passwords and understanding privacy settings.
Review answers as a class.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Summarize key points from the lesson.
Distribute the Exit Ticket Quiz to assess understanding.
Collect quizzes and provide feedback.

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Discussion

Discussion Guide: Digital Safety

This guide will help facilitate a discussion on cyberbullying, privacy settings, and online safety.

What is cyberbullying and how can it affect someone?

Discuss the emotional and social impact of cyberbullying, and ways to support victims.

Why are privacy settings important on social media?

Explore how privacy settings protect personal information and prevent unwanted contact.

What makes a strong password?

Discuss the elements of a strong password, such as length, complexity, and unpredictability.

Worksheet

Worksheet: Online Safety

This worksheet includes activities to help students understand how to create strong passwords and manage privacy settings.

Create a strong password using at least 8 characters, including numbers and symbols.

Think of a phrase and use initials, numbers, and symbols.

List three privacy settings you can use on social media to protect your information.

Consider settings like 'Friends Only' or 'Private Account'.

Quiz

Exit Ticket Quiz: Digital Safety