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Online behaviour rules

In this lesson, we will learn about online behaviour rules. We will explore the common rules for using online service providers, as well as examining the implications of violating terms and conditions of providers. We will also learn about the laws surrounding social media offences.

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Online behaviour rules

In this lesson, we will learn about online behaviour rules. We will explore the common rules for using online service providers, as well as examining the implications of violating terms and conditions of providers. We will also learn about the laws surrounding social media offences.

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Key learning points

  1. Online service providers - common rules
  2. Implications of violating terms and conditions
  3. Social media offences in law

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4 Questions

Q1.
What is a digital citizen?

A person who uses the internet for work, to watch TV, to manage their family life and social media use.
Correct answer: All of the above
Someone who used the internet only to access their bank account.
Someone who uses the internet for social media.

Q2.
What is the purpose of rules?

Correct answer: All of the above.
To keep people safe.
To promote fairness and equality.
To protect people from risk of harm.

Q3.
If someone screenshots messages in a chat and posts it online without the message owners giving permission, is this acceptable or unacceptable behaviour?

Acceptable.
Correct answer: Unacceptable.

Q4.
If someone sees something that upsets them and they decide to report the user or their post, is that acceptable or unacceptable behaviour?

Correct answer: Acceptable.
Unacceptable.

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5 Questions

Q1.
What does 'acceptable' mean?

Allowed, agreed and in law.
Correct answer: Allowed, suitable or agreed.
Unsuitable and inappropriate.

Q2.
What does 'unacceptable' mean?

Allowed, suitable or agreed.
Unsuitable and illegal.
Correct answer: Unsuitable and inappropriate.

Q3.
On an online platform or website, where can you read about the acceptable and unacceptable behaviours when using their product?

Conditions of behaviour.
Correct answer: Terms and conditions.
The behaviour charter.

Q4.
Which three of these could happen if someone shows unacceptable behaviour?

Correct answer: You could be permanently removed from the platform.
Correct answer: You could have your post removed.
You may be asked to increase your security settings.
Correct answer: You may receive a warning from the platform.

Q5.
What is the purpose of online acceptable use rules?

Correct answer: All of the above.
To keep people safe.
To promote fairness and equality.
To protect people from risk of harm.

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UnitRSHE (PSHE) / Online and media: Rights, responsibilities and keeping safe

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