What healthy internet use looks like
I can describe healthy online activity and explain how the internet can connect people.
What healthy internet use looks like
I can describe healthy online activity and explain how the internet can connect people.
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Key learning points
- There are positive and negative ways to use the internet.
- Going online can be part of a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
- We need to get a balance of joy, sleep, socialising, exercise and learning.
- Some people use the internet in an unhealthy way.
- The internet can give people the chance to find community.
Keywords
Socialise - to talk or spend time with friends, family or new people
Balance - to have good health in all aspects of your life
Unhealthy - something that is harmful to our health
Common misconception
There is no healthy way to use the internet.
The internet can form part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle if used in the right way. Putting limits on the use of certain apps, or ensuring other responsiblities are completed before going online can make internet use more purposeful.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
something we can use to help us
a group of people brought together by shared beliefs or location
making sure everyone belongs, can participate and is treated fairly
Exit quiz
6 Questions
to talk or spend time with friends, family or new people
to have good health in all aspects of your life
something that is harmful to our health
isolation.
an example of procrastination.
called an online addiction.
to connect with each other.