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Scrolling Safely: Mastering Social Media Smarts

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Lesson Plan

Scrolling Safely: Mastering Social Media Smarts

Students will explore safe social media use by learning about privacy, risks, and positive engagement online. They will gain practical tips to protect themselves on social platforms.

With increasing online interactions, understanding digital safety is essential to mitigate risks and promote responsible behavior amongst teens.

Audience

10th Grade Students

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion and practical tips.

Materials

Scrolling Safely: Mastering Social Media Smarts Lesson Plan

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Welcome students and introduce the topic of safe social media use.
  • Briefly explain the importance of privacy and recognizing online dangers.

Step 2

Interactive Discussion

15 minutes

  • Engage students in a discussion on their daily social media habits.
  • Ask guiding questions about privacy and positive online interactions.
  • Encourage students to share experiences and strategies for staying safe.

Step 3

Practical Tips & Group Activity

20 minutes

  • Present practical tips for safe social media use (e.g., privacy settings, avoiding oversharing, recognizing scams).
  • Organize a quick group activity where students role-play scenarios and discuss possible solutions.
  • Summarize key points on digital safety.

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Q/A

5 minutes

  • Recap the main ideas of the lesson.
  • Open the floor for any questions.
  • Discuss how these tips can be applied in daily online interactions.
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