School blog: digital inclusion
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Why this why now
As pupils engage more deeply with digital systems, they need to understand fairness and access. This unit builds on data, AI and digital design learning to explore inclusion and accessibility. It links to citizenship and English, preparing pupils to evaluate technology’s role in society and their responsibilities as digital citizens.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know that access to technology is not equal for everyone
- Pupils can describe barriers to using digital tools
- Pupils know that digital design choices affect users
- Pupils can explain how data and AI can introduce bias or exclusion
Why this why now
As pupils engage more deeply with digital systems, they need to understand fairness and access. This unit builds on data, AI and digital design learning to explore inclusion and accessibility. It links to citizenship and English, preparing pupils to evaluate technology’s role in society and their responsibilities as digital citizens.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know that access to technology is not equal for everyone
- Pupils can describe barriers to using digital tools
- Pupils know that digital design choices affect users
- Pupils can explain how data and AI can introduce bias or exclusion
School blog: digital inclusion
Pupils explore digital inclusion by creating an accessible blog. They investigate unequal access to devices, internet and digital skills using data and case studies. Pupils explore accessibility features and consider how inclusive design and AI can reduce or reinforce barriers.
6 lessons in unit
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