Introduction
Social media is part of everyday life. Students use platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok for communication, entertainment, and learning. However, improper use of social media may lead to cyberbullying, fake news, and privacy issues.
In this WebQuest, learners will explore how to become responsible and ethical digital citizens by understanding the proper use of social media.
Task
Students will work in groups and create a Digital Citizenship Poster or Presentation that shows:
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Proper use of social media
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Ways to avoid fake news
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Online safety tips
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Prevention of cyberbullying
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Responsible digital behavior
At the end of the activity, each group will present their output to the class.
Process
Step 1 – Form a Group
Create groups with 4–5 members.
Step 2 – Research Online
Search and read information from the provided websites about digital citizenship and responsible social media use.
Step 3 – Discuss as a Group
Answer the following guide questions:
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What are the benefits of social media?
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What are the dangers of irresponsible online behavior?
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How can students stay safe online?
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Why is digital citizenship important?
Step 4 – Create Your Output
Using PowerPoint, Canva, or cartolina, create a poster or presentation about responsible social media use.
Step 5 – Present Your Work
Each group will explain their output in front of the class for 5–10 minutes.
Evaluation
| Criteria | Excellent (5) | Good (4) | Fair (3) | Needs Improvement (2) |
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| Content Accuracy | Information is complete and accurate | Mostly accurate | Some inaccuracies | Many inaccuracies |
| Creativity | Very creative and attractive | Creative | Some creativity | Lacks creativity |
| Teamwork | All members participated | Most participated | Few participated | Poor teamwork |
| Presentation | Clear and confident | Understandable | Some unclear points | Difficult to understand |
Conclusion
Through this WebQuest, students learned the importance of responsible social media use and digital citizenship. They also developed teamwork, research, communication, and critical thinking skills while using technology for learning.