Life Skills - Term 2 - Week 6

Digital citizenship refers to the responsible use of technology and the internet. It involves understanding how to interact respectfully with others online, protecting personal information, and making healthy choices regarding screen time and online activities. As digital citizens, we must be aware of our actions and their impact on ourselves and others.

Imagine a student receives a mean message on a social media platform. Instead of responding with anger, a good digital citizen would report the message to an adult and block the sender. This example shows how to handle negative online interactions respectfully and responsibly.

In pairs, students will role-play different online scenarios. One student will act as a person receiving a negative comment, while the other will respond in a respectful way. After each role-play, the class will discuss what was done well and how to improve online interactions. This practice helps students understand the importance of kindness and respect in digital communication.

Students will write a short paragraph reflecting on their online behavior. They should identify one area where they can improve, such as being kinder in comments or spending less time on devices. Each student will set a specific, achievable goal for the week and share it with a partner. This reflection encourages accountability and personal growth in digital citizenship.

• Using technology only for fun
• Being responsible and respectful online
• Ignoring online rules
• Sharing personal information with everyone

Answer: Being responsible and respectful online

Digital citizenship involves understanding how to use technology responsibly and interact respectfully with others.

• Sending a supportive message
• Posting a funny meme
• Leaving a mean comment on someone's photo
• Sharing a helpful article

Answer: Leaving a mean comment on someone's photo

Cyberbullying includes any harmful or hurtful behavior directed at someone online.

• Reply with a mean message
• Ignore it
• Report it to an adult
• Share it with friends

Answer: Report it to an adult

Reporting mean messages helps protect yourself and others from bullying.

Answer: Taking breaks from screens.

Taking breaks helps reduce eye strain and promotes a healthy balance between online and offline activities.

• To make friends online
• To protect yourself from strangers
• To get more likes
• To be popular

Answer: To protect yourself from strangers

Keeping personal information private helps ensure your safety online.

Answer: By using kind words in comments.

Using kind words helps create a positive online environment and shows respect for others.

• Argue until you win