Online reputation
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I understand what is meant by the term online reputation and can identify steps to build or protect my online reputation.
Key learning points
- A person’s online reputation is how they are regarded online.
- Information we share online is often split across multiple platforms.
- Many people are not aware of the extent of their online reputation, or the ways in which it could be used against them.
Keywords
Reputation - the opinion people have about someone or something
Digital footprint - a trail of data you leave behind when you use the internet
Privacy settings - controls that let you manage the visibility of your personal data and activities online
Common misconception
You cannot protect your online reputation.
There are many ways that you can protect your online reputation. The main way to do this is ensure you think about what you put online in the first place in the same way as you present yourself in real life.
Teacher tip
Discuss with pupils how they present themselves in real life. Ask if this is different as to how they behave online. It is important for pupils to understand how actions online affect a person's reputation in the same way that real world actions do.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does prevention mean in the context of online safety?
Q2.How can phishing emails be identified?
Q3.What is the purpose of antivirus software?
Q4.What is one way to prevent malware infections?
Q5.What is the main risk of using public Wi-Fi?
Q6.Why is it important to protect your personal data online?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is an online reputation?
Q2.What is a digital footprint?
Q3.What is one way to protect your online reputation?
Q4.Why is it important to have a good reputation online?
Q5.Why do some people believe it is not possible to protect their online reputation?
Q6.Match the action with its purpose:
limit who can see your personal data by changing the software settings
understand your online presence
build a good online reputation
protect your personal data
To help you plan your 10 computing lesson on: Online reputation, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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