Understanding why people tell lies online

RSHE (PSHE)

Spotting fakes

What to do if we see lies online

How to search online

Rules for staying safe online

This unit teaches pupils how to identify false information online, understand why people might share untrue things, recognise fake content, develop safe web searching skills and follow rules for staying safe online. Pupils learn to think critically about what they read, listen to or see online.

Media influence: Is everything I see online true?

Match the words to the correct definitions.

It's easy for people to {{}} online and not everyone tells the truth.

Who can help us decide if something online is true?

Check if the photo, video or information has come from a trusted website.

Look for bright colours or colourful images.

Ask ourselves, 'Is this person trying to trick us?'.

What can we do to help us check if someone is lying online?

What reason might someone have to lie online?

The internet is a network that connects {{}} across the world.

Who should we tell if we see something online that worries us?

Understanding why people tell lies online

Lesson outcome