Lesson Plan
Mini-Detective Mission
Students will assume the role of data detectives to analyze pretend breach scenarios, identify risky online behaviors, and collaboratively propose data-protection strategies.
Building digital literacy and cybersecurity awareness equips students to recognize common online risks and develop habits—like cautious clicking and strong passwords—that safeguard their personal information.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Data Detectives
3 minutes
Step 2
Guided Cyber Clues
5 minutes
Step 3
Group Breach Investigation
12 minutes
Step 4
Debrief and Wrap-Up
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Data Detective Mission
Welcome, Data Detectives!
Clue 1: The Sneaky Screenshot
Clue 2: The Phishy Link
Clue 3: The Weak Password
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