Digital Literacy and Online Safety
Covers essential digital skills and internet safety protocols.
Description : Interactive lessons teach students about responsible online behavior, digital communication, and strategies for protecting personal information in a connected world.
Category : LifeSkills
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Digital Literacy
Section 1: Digital Devices and Tools
Lesson 1: What is a Digital Device?
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: An overview of what digital devices are, including computers, tablets, and smartphones.
Lesson 2: Types of Digital Devices
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring various digital devices and their common uses in everyday life.
Section 2: Navigating Digital Content
Lesson 1: What is Digital Content?
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Defining digital content such as text, images, and videos and understanding where to find it.
Lesson 2: How to Access Digital Content Safely
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basic techniques for safely accessing and viewing digital content online.
Section 3: Introduction to the Internet
Lesson 1: What is the Internet?
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: An explanation of the Internet, its purpose, and how it connects people worldwide.
Lesson 2: How the Internet Works
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: A simple look at data transmission and the basic infrastructure that supports the Internet.
Section 4: Digital Information and Research
Lesson 1: Finding Reliable Information
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basics on how to search for and identify reliable digital sources.
Lesson 2: Evaluating What You Read Online
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Methods for critically assessing the credibility of online information.
Section 5: Building a Positive Digital Profile
Lesson 1: What is a Digital Identity?
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Understanding the concept of a digital identity and its importance.
Lesson 2: Creating a Positive Online Image
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Tips for building and maintaining a positive digital profile.
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Module 2: Safe Online Communication
Section 1: Basics of Digital Communication
Lesson 1: Understanding Digital Communication
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: An introduction to various forms of digital communication such as email, messaging, and video calls.
Lesson 2: Rules for Respectful Communication
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying the key principles of respectful and effective digital communication.
Section 2: Email and Messaging Safety
Lesson 1: Creating and Using an Email Account Safely
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Steps to create a secure email account and best practices for email use.
Lesson 2: Safe Practices for Messaging Apps
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Guidelines for interacting over messaging apps and understanding privacy settings.
Section 3: Online Etiquette and Netiquette
Lesson 1: What is Netiquette?
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: An introduction to the rules and norms that guide respectful online behavior.
Lesson 2: Applying Netiquette in Everyday Communication
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Real-life examples and strategies for practicing good netiquette.
Section 4: Recognizing and Responding to Cyber Threats
Lesson 1: Identifying Cyber Threats
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: A basic overview of common cyber threats like phishing and scams.
Lesson 2: Responding to Suspicious Messages
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Steps to take when encountering suspicious or harmful online communication.
Section 5: Digital Collaboration and Group Projects
Lesson 1: Tools for Online Collaboration
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to collaborative tools that help students work together online.
Lesson 2: Best Practices for Group Communication
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Strategies for effective and safe communication during digital group projects.
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Module 3: Understanding Social Media and Digital Footprint
Section 1: Introduction to Social Media
Lesson 1: What is Social Media?
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining social media and exploring its various platforms.
Lesson 2: How Social Media Connects People
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding the role of social media in connecting communities and sharing information.
Section 2: Building a Safe Social Media Profile
Lesson 1: Setting Up Your Profile Responsibly
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Step-by-step guidance on creating a social media profile with privacy in mind.
Lesson 2: Privacy Settings and Their Importance
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: How to use privacy settings to control who sees your information.
Section 3: Understanding Your Digital Footprint
Lesson 1: What is a Digital Footprint?
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Explaining the concept of a digital footprint and its long-term impact.
Lesson 2: Managing Your Digital Footprint
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Practical tips for maintaining a positive digital presence.
Section 4: Posting Responsibly on Social Media
Lesson 1: Thinking Before You Post
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning why it’s important to consider the impact of your online posts.
Lesson 2: The Consequences of Digital Actions
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Exploring how posts and comments can affect personal reputation and relationships.
Section 5: Digital Empathy and Respect
Lesson 1: Understanding Empathy Online
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: The importance of empathy when interacting on social media.
Lesson 2: Encouraging Positive Interactions
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Strategies for supporting respectful and uplifting online communities.
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Module 4: Digital Ethics and Cyberbullying Prevention
Section 1: Fundamentals of Digital Ethics
Lesson 1: What is Digital Ethics?
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining digital ethics and why they matter in online interactions.
Lesson 2: Ethical Responsibilities Online
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding responsibilities when creating and sharing digital content.
Section 2: Understanding Cyberbullying
Lesson 1: Recognizing Cyberbullying
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Defining cyberbullying and identifying its different forms.
Lesson 2: The Impact of Cyberbullying
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Discussing the emotional and social effects cyberbullying can have on individuals.
Section 3: Strategies to Prevent Cyberbullying
Lesson 1: Preventing Cyberbullying in Your Community
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic strategies for preventing cyberbullying both on social media and in group settings.
Lesson 2: How to Report Cyberbullying
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Step-by-step guidance on reporting cyberbullying safely and effectively.
Section 4: Conflict Resolution Online
Lesson 1: Basic Conflict Resolution Skills
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introducing techniques to resolve disputes in digital settings.
Lesson 2: Mediation and Support Resources
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding where to seek help and how to support others in online conflicts.
Section 5: Promoting a Responsible Digital Culture
Lesson 1: The Role of Citizenship Online
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: How every digital citizen can contribute to positive online communities.
Lesson 2: Creating and Sharing Ethical Content
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practical tips for creating digital content that reflects ethical choices and respect.
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Module 5: Personal Information Protection and Online Security
Section 1: Introduction to Online Security
Lesson 1: What is Online Security?
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: An introduction to the idea of online security and why it is important for everyone.
Lesson 2: Common Security Threats
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Overview of common threats such as viruses, malware, and scams.
Section 2: Protecting Personal Information
Lesson 1: Understanding Personal Information
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning what constitutes personal information in an online context.
Lesson 2: Best Practices for Protecting Personal Data
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple and practical tips for keeping personal information secure.
Section 3: Creating Strong Passwords
Lesson 1: What Makes a Strong Password?
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: The essentials of creating strong and secure passwords that are hard to guess.
Lesson 2: Managing Passwords Effectively
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Learning methods for safely managing and storing passwords.
Section 4: Recognizing Online Scams and Phishing
Lesson 1: What Are Online Scams?
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: An easy-to-understand explanation of what online scams look like.
Lesson 2: How to Spot and Avoid Phishing
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Tips and signs to recognize phishing attempts and avoid them.
Section 5: Using Security Tools and Software
Lesson 1: Introduction to Security Tools
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Overview of basic security tools like antivirus software and firewalls.
Lesson 2: Keeping Your Digital Life Secure
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practical steps and habits to maintain a secure digital environment on a daily basis.