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Year 8

Planning time online

I can explain how to plan my time online effectively.

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Year 8

Planning time online

I can explain how to plan my time online effectively.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Using a diary or organiser can help plan time after school or work.
  2. It is important to be offline long enough to sleep, socialise, learn and exercise.
  3. It is better to put activities that benefit our health, wellbeing and learning first.
  4. Using 'Do Not Disturb', setting limits on social media and not using devices at meal times can limit screen time.

Keywords

  • Organisation - the act of planning something so that tasks can be carried out efficiently and effectively

  • Prioritise - to decide which task is most important and requires attention first

  • Screen time - any time spent on a digital device with a screen, for example, a smartphone or laptop

Common misconception

Screen time is a relaxing activity and therefore should be prioritised after school or work.

Screen time can provide respite if we have had a long day at school or work, but we need to balance it alongside sleep, exercise, learning and socialising.


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Show pupils how to turn on 'Do Not Disturb' mode on common models of smartphones and tablets.
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6 Questions

Q1.
Match the word to the correct definition.
Correct Answer:online persona,an identity people use online to shape the way people view them

an identity people use online to shape the way people view them

Correct Answer:attention span,the length of time a person is able to concentrate

the length of time a person is able to concentrate

Correct Answer:self-confidence,the faith that we have in ourselves and our abilities

the faith that we have in ourselves and our abilities

Q2.
can suppress the release of melatonin, making it harder to get to sleep.
Correct Answer: screen time, screens, phones, blue light
Q3.
Once an hour, what should you do look after yourself when using a screen?
Correct answer: have a screen break and move around
start watching a short video for a mind break
get a glass of water to give your voice a rest
Q4.
How long can it take to refocus after a distraction on a device?
five minutes
Correct answer: 20 minutes
30 minutes
Q5.
Short bursts of content overstimulate the brain's system which increases our desire to consume more content.
Correct Answer: reward
Q6.
Which of the following are positive impacts of screens on learning?
Lots of screen time can reduce our ability to memorise information.
Correct answer: Some sites allow us to learn in a way that suits our needs.
Excessive screen time can reduce the ability to focus.
Correct answer: Learning apps may provide us with a dopamine hit, making learning more fun.

6 Questions

Q1.
Match the word to the correct definition.
Correct Answer:screen time,any time spent on a digital device with a screen

any time spent on a digital device with a screen

Correct Answer:prioritise,to decide which task is most important and requires attention first

to decide which task is most important and requires attention first

Correct Answer:Do Not Disturb,a setting on digital devices that blocks notifications

a setting on digital devices that blocks notifications

Q2.
A journal or diary can help you to your time after school.
Correct Answer: organise
Q3.
Which of the following should be put first when prioritising time?
fun and social activities
Correct answer: health and wellbeing
screen time
Correct answer: learning
Q4.
Which of the following is not a way to limit screen time?
using 'Do Not Disturb' mode
setting limits on social media apps
Correct answer: using devices during meal times
avoiding devices one hour before bed
Q5.
Effective time planning requires three things: organisation, prioritisation and .
Correct Answer: goal setting
Q6.
What do we need to include in our lives to achieve a healthy balance?
Correct answer: enough sleep each night to help us feel rested
more time socialising with friends online
Correct answer: exercise to keep our bodies fit and healthy
more time binge watching our favourite TV series
Correct answer: time socialising with friends and family in person