Media influence: How do I decide what to do online?
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Why this why now
At Year 1, pupils are likely beginning to interact with digital media both at home and school. This unit builds on their early experiences with technology and helps them develop safe online habits from the start. This unit is timely as it equips pupils with skills to recognise safe online behaviours, make informed choices about content and screen time and know when to seek adult help. By learning these concepts now, pupils develop foundational understanding of digital safety and media literacy.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils may understand that personal information such as their name, address and photos should be kept private and not shared with strangers
- Pupils can recognise when something online makes them feel worried, confused or upset, and know they should tell a trusted adult.
- Pupils may have some experience using digital devices and understand that adults help them stay safe when using technology.
Threads
Why this why now
At Year 1, pupils are likely beginning to interact with digital media both at home and school. This unit builds on their early experiences with technology and helps them develop safe online habits from the start. This unit is timely as it equips pupils with skills to recognise safe online behaviours, make informed choices about content and screen time and know when to seek adult help. By learning these concepts now, pupils develop foundational understanding of digital safety and media literacy.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils may understand that personal information such as their name, address and photos should be kept private and not shared with strangers
- Pupils can recognise when something online makes them feel worried, confused or upset, and know they should tell a trusted adult.
- Pupils may have some experience using digital devices and understand that adults help them stay safe when using technology.
Media influence: How do I decide what to do online?
This unit covers managing screen time, choosing appropriate online content, sharing information safely, handling scary or upsetting content online and maintaining a healthy online balance.
5 lessons in unit
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