Navigating the Digital World

DANELLE LOCKLEAR

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Navigating the Digital World

Digital Citizenship Skills

This lesson introduces 11th-grade students to the essential skills needed for digital citizenship, focusing on safe and responsible online behavior. Through a digital scavenger hunt and group discussions, students will explore key concepts such as privacy, digital footprints, and online etiquette. This lesson is crucial for empowering students to navigate the digital world with confidence and awareness, fostering a safer online community.

Audience

11th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Digital Citizenship Skills

Materials

Discussion Questions, Digital Scavenger Hunt Worksheet, Pens, Paper, and Projector or Smartboard

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what digital citizenship means.
Ask students to share their experiences with online interactions.
Highlight the importance of being safe and responsible online.

Step 2

Digital Scavenger Hunt

20 mins

Distribute the Digital Scavenger Hunt Worksheet.
Explain the rules and objectives of the scavenger hunt.
Allow students to work in pairs to complete the worksheet, using their devices to find information.

Step 3

Group Discussion

20 mins

Gather students for a group discussion using the prepared questions.
Encourage students to share their findings from the scavenger hunt.
Discuss the implications of digital footprints and privacy.

Step 4

Closure

10 mins

Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.
Ask students to reflect on how they can apply these skills in their daily online interactions.
Provide resources for further learning on digital citizenship.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions: Digital Citizenship

A set of questions to guide a group discussion on digital citizenship, focusing on online safety and responsibility.

What does digital citizenship mean to you?

Encourage students to think about their online behavior and interactions.

How can we protect our privacy online?

Discuss strategies like using strong passwords and being cautious about sharing personal information.

What are the consequences of a negative digital footprint?

Explore how online actions can impact future opportunities and relationships.

Worksheet

Digital Scavenger Hunt Worksheet

A worksheet designed to engage students in exploring digital citizenship concepts through an interactive scavenger hunt.

Find an article about online privacy and summarize its key points.

Use reliable sources like educational websites or news outlets.

Identify three ways to create a positive digital footprint.

Consider actions like posting positive content and engaging in respectful online discussions.

Research a recent case of cyberbullying and its impact.

Look for news articles or reports that highlight the consequences of cyberbullying.