The joys of the online world
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe my favourite things online.
Key learning points
- The internet can be a fun place.
- The internet can help us learn.
- The internet can bring opportunities.
- We all like different things in the online world.
Keywords
Opportunity - the chance to try something new that could lead to good things
Positive - something good, exciting or joyful
Common misconception
The internet only exists for fun.
Although online spaces can be fun, exciting or engaging, it also provides us with opportunities to learn, develop and grow.
Teacher tip
Ask pupils to make a mindmap exploring the things that bring them joy online and discuss it as a class.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definition.
a person who makes something to share online
the reason why someone does something
a person who uses social media to influence their followers
Q2.What statement about the content we see online is accurate?
Q3.If this is the definition then what is the word? 'Being considerate of others and the world around you; treating people fairly and how you would like to be treated.'
Q4.Negative or harmful content that we see online can lead to in real life.
Q5.Which of the following best describes an echo chamber?
Q6.Sadie has seen that someone she knows has been posting and sharing harmful content online and engaging in cyberbullying someone else at school. What should she do?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definition.
the chance to try something new that could lead to good things
something good, exciting or joyful
being aware of the dangers or threats you could encounter when online
Q2.Which statements about the internet are correct?
Q3.When can the internet be a positive place?
Q4.Which of the following are positive opportunities online?
Q5.Although the internet can be a positive space, we can still encounter things.
Q6.What is missing from the list of ways the internet be a positive place? Access information, connection, opportunities, education, raising awareness and ...
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