Introduction
Anthony D. 519E
After an emergency meeting of the PTA/CCSD committee the parents of Roy Martin Middle School have banned the use of the Internet at school! After a vote to put a hold on all Internet activities the parents of Roy Martin Middle School students vow that they will never again allow their students to be put in danger by giving them access to the Internet. These parents believe that the Internet is nothing more than an unsafe playground. After much pleading for the students by their computer teachers, the parents have agreed to meet again next week for a final vote. Will the Internet be banned forever? Or can the students of Martin MS change their future?
Task
Your parents are trying to ban the Internet! It is up to you and your teammates to make sure that does not happen. You need to prove to your parents that you understand how to be safe on the Internet and you will only have one chance to do so. At the next PTA meeting, you and your team will present a multimedia presentation that covers Internet Safety. To accomplish this goal you and your team will each choose a different role and gather information about different aspects of the Internet. You must become an expert in your area so that you are able to persuade your parents to vote in favor of allowing the Internet back into the classroom. You and your group must compile the information you find into a 8 minute presentation that focuses on Internet Safety. You must also compile a list of the top 10 rules for staying safe on the Internet that will be displayed in every class on campus as a reminder to "Play It Safe" on the Internet.
Process
1. As a group review the following roles. Then determine which role each member of your team will play. Click on the different roles for a more detailed explanation.
Spammer will focus on collecting information without permission. How can you prevent a spammer from collecting information.
Student #1
Netiquette explain the internet safety and procedures in a school setting and at home.
Student #2
Chatter Chatroom should you send pictures or record items that are inappropriate? Should you chat with strangers or exchange private information? What can you do to prevent these violations?
Student #3
What does it mean to be a good digital citizen?
Student #4
2. Record your assignments on the Role Sheet. Turn this sheet into your teacher.
3. Return to the role which you have been assigned and review what is expected for your person. Make sure and look over the questions related to your topic.
5. Use the resources provided in your area to answer your specific questions. Think about any other possible questions parents might have about this area or topic. Keep track of where you find the information you are using for you answers. Also make sure to keep an eye out for possible additions to your Top 10 List of ways to stay safe on the internet.
6. As a group compile your list of the Top 10 ways to stay safe on the internet.
11. Hand in your findings. Good luck on your research!
Evaluation
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Present your skit to parents and teachers. So how was the journey? Did you convince the parents not to ban the internet? What did you learn about the internet safety and how can you use this information? Each student answers the questions on the handout and writes a one page reflection about the project. Hand it in at the end of the class. Standard(s)/Course Objective(s)
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Conclusion
- I will NEVER post personal information (name, address, telephone confidential information) online to other people or where other people might see it. If someone asks for it, tell your parents/guardian
- I won’t pass out my password to anyone, even if they’re my friends or I trust them
- I’ll never agree to meet anybody in real life that I’ve spoken to online without my parents’ permission
- I’ll ask permission before downloading or installing anything on the PC (this is both for their safety, and so they don’t accidentally install anything malicious and break your PC)
- If in doubt, ask an adult.
Credits
Teacher Page
Being a good digital citizen means to demonstrate and practice safe, responsible, and legal use of technology. A good digital citizen is someone who understands the rights and responsibilities that come with being online and someone who uses technology in a positive way.
A federal law, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), was created to help protect kids younger than 13 when engaged in online activities. It's designed to keep anyone from getting a child's personal information without a parent knowing about it and agreeing to it first.
COPPA requires websites to explain their privacy policies on the site and get parental consent before collecting or using a child's personal information, such as a name, address, phone number, or Social Security number. The law also prohibits a site from requiring a child to provide more personal information than necessary to play a game or participate in a contest.
But even with this law, your kids' best online protection is you. By talking to them about potential online dangers and monitoring their computer use, you'll help them surf the Internet safely.