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Offline Matters Lesson Plan

Students will articulate the benefits of face-to-face connections in a virtual world and identify at least one simple strategy to balance online and offline interactions.

High schoolers spend increasing time online, yet in-person social skills build empathy, communication, and mental well-being. Recognizing offline benefits empowers students to strengthen relationships and maintain healthy habits.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Hook & Overview

1 minute

Step 2

Quick Poll & Reflection

2 minutes

Step 3

Strategies & Closure

2 minutes

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Why Offline Matters: Empathy & Communication

Why Offline Matters: Connection & Well-Being

Screen Time & Mental Health Stats

Screen Time & Academic Focus Stats

Haidt: Teen Mental-Health Trends

Haidt: Social Media & Distress

Quick Poll & Reflection

Balancing Tips & Screen-Time Reduction

Offline Activity Ideas

Practical Offline Social Tips

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Offline Matters

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