Social Media Savvy: Cultivating a Healthy Online Presence
Introduce the session by welcoming students and presenting the lesson's goals. Emphasize the importance of understanding one’s digital footprint and the impact of online behavior.
Understanding Online Identity
Discuss what online identity means and how every action online contributes to our digital footprints. Highlight real-life examples to illustrate the concept.
Recognizing Cyberbullying
Use relatable scenarios to clarify the concept of cyberbullying. Ask students to share if they have encountered or heard of similar situations to foster an interactive discussion.
Strategies for a Positive Online Presence
Present strategies to cultivate and maintain a positive online presence. Outline actionable tips and encourage students to think critically about their digital choices.
Summarize the session with key takeaways. Prompt a reflection on personal online practices and ask for one actionable change they can make.
Lesson Plan
Social Media Savvy Lesson Plan
Students will assess social media's impact, identify online risks, and create strategies for a positive presence while learning how to counteract cyberbullying.
Developing a healthy online identity is key for personal safety and mental well-being, reducing cyberbullying, and making informed digital choices.
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Materials
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Context Setting
10 minutes
Step 2
Interactive Slide Deck Session
20 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion & Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Wrap-Up & Reflection
5 minutes