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Student Handout - Reference Page: The Power of Media

The Power of Media
Media is an important and powerful tool. Every day, people are affected
by the media images they see – sometimes they rush out and
purchase something, other times they are influenced to laugh and cry,
and sometimes the media even influences behavior.
In fact, media so influences behavior it is often directly used by the
government and public service campaigns to reach out and change
people’s behavior.



Lesson - The Power of Media

Students come to understand that media has the power to change perceptions and behavior. They identify ways to effectively use media in order to address issues that matter to them.

Student Handout - Reference Page: The Power of Media

Students come to understand that media has the power to change perceptions and behavior. They identify ways to effectively use media in order to address issues that matter to them.

Student Handout - Worksheet: The Power of Media

Students come to understand that media has the power to change perceptions and behavior. They identify ways to effectively use media in order to address issues that matter to them.

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Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Think About It - Multitasking, Technology & Safety

Think About It
1. What is the danger of texting or talking on a phone while driving? 
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Lesson - Multitasking and Technology

Students discover that research dispels the concept of multitasking. They learn that the brain cannot truly focus on two tasks at once but rather must switch focus quickly from task to task. They then make applications to safety issues such as texting and driving, and academic issues related to studying while listening to music or watching videos.

Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: Multitasking

Students discover that research dispels the concept of multitasking. They learn that the brain cannot truly focus on two tasks at once but rather must switch focus quickly from task to task. They then make applications to safety issues such as texting and driving, and academic issues related to studying while listening to music or watching videos.

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Think About It - Multitasking, Technology & Safety

Students discover that research dispels the concept of multitasking. They learn that the brain cannot truly focus on two tasks at once but rather must switch focus quickly from task to task. They then make applications to safety issues such as texting and driving, and academic issues related to studying while listening to music or watching videos.

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Lesson - The Power of Media (High School)

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Lesson Overview

Students come to understand that media has the power to change perceptions and be



Lesson - The Power of Media (High School)

Lesson - The Power of Media (High School)

Students come to understand that media has the power to change perceptions and behavior. They examine the influence of the media in history and on modern culture. Students identify ways to effectively use media in order to address issues that matter to them.

Student Handout - Worksheet: The Influential Power of Media

Student Handout - Worksheet: The Influential Power of Media

Students come to understand that media has the power to change perceptions and behavior. They examine the influence of the media in history and on modern culture. Students identify ways to effectively use media in order to address issues that matter to them.

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Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Notable Apps

Name of App:

Cost:

Developer:

Recommended Age or Grade Level:

Description (What is the purpose of app?): 



Lesson - App-titude: Understanding and Using Apps

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: What are Apps?

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Notable Apps

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

Teacher Reference Page - Answer Key: Notable Apps

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

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Teacher Reference Page - Answer Key: Notable Apps

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What many people do not realize is the potential for safety and security concerns is present even in our most popular apps. The following is a guide to some of the positives and potential negatives students should have discovered in their research on each of the suggested apps.



Lesson - App-titude: Understanding and Using Apps

Lesson - App-titude: Understanding and Using Apps

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: What are Apps?

Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: What are Apps?

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Notable Apps

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Notable Apps

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

Teacher Reference Page - Answer Key: Notable Apps

Teacher Reference Page - Answer Key: Notable Apps

Students explore the safe, secure, and responsible use of apps. They learn that an app is a software application that runs on computers, in Web browsers, and on mobile devices. They come to better understand the software applications that they use, and learn to select apps based on a set of criteria. Students support their conclusions with evidence and reason.

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Lesson - Introduction to Media Literacy (High School)

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Lesson Overview

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital



Lesson - Introduction to Media Literacy (High School)

Lesson - Introduction to Media Literacy (High School)

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital citizenship. They learn that media literacy enables them to identify propaganda, censorship and bias. Students define media literacy, give examples of media-based propaganda and biased viewpoints, discuss the role of media in the modern world, and conclude the importance of media literacy in today's society.

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: Understanding Media Literacy

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: Understanding Media Literacy

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital citizenship. They learn that media literacy enables them to identify propaganda, censorship and bias. Students define media literacy, give examples of media-based propaganda and biased viewpoints, discuss the role of media in the modern world, and conclude the importance of media literacy in today's society.

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Media Literacy - Put it Together

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Media Literacy - Put it Together

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital citizenship. They learn that media literacy enables them to identify propaganda, censorship and bias. Students define media literacy, give examples of media-based propaganda and biased viewpoints, discuss the role of media in the modern world, and conclude the importance of media literacy in today's society.

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Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Media Literacy - Put it Together


Putting it Together

What is media in this day and age? Media is so many things. It has evolved from its beginning as print materials
to being Web sites, podcasts, television commercials, movies, billboards, blogs, brochures, radio, and more.
We are surrounded with media everyday. With so much media around us, it makes sense that there’s a need to
be “literate” in understanding, analyzing and even creating it.



Lesson - Introduction to Media Literacy (High School)

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital citizenship. They learn that media literacy enables them to identify propaganda, censorship and bias. Students define media literacy, give examples of media-based propaganda and biased viewpoints, discuss the role of media in the modern world, and conclude the importance of media literacy in today's society.

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: Understanding Media Literacy

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital citizenship. They learn that media literacy enables them to identify propaganda, censorship and bias. Students define media literacy, give examples of media-based propaganda and biased viewpoints, discuss the role of media in the modern world, and conclude the importance of media literacy in today's society.

Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Media Literacy - Put it Together

Students come to understand that media literacy is an integral aspect of digital citizenship. They learn that media literacy enables them to identify propaganda, censorship and bias. Students define media literacy, give examples of media-based propaganda and biased viewpoints, discuss the role of media in the modern world, and conclude the importance of media literacy in today's society.

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Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: Reliability and Validity

Someone once said you can’t believe everything you read. That is certainly
the truth. Just because something is in print, on the TV, posted on the Web,
etc., does not make it fact. So how are you supposed to figure out what is
valid and reliable?

     • Valid: Well grounded in fact or based on support
     • Reliable: Worthy of reliance or trust – dependable source of information



Lesson - Website Validity and Reliability (High School)

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: Reliability and Validity

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

Student Handout 2 - Reference Page: Website Evaluation Process

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

Student Handout 3 - Worksheet: Think About It: Selecting Credible Online Sources

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

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Student Handout 3 - Worksheet: Think About It: Selecting Credible Online Sources

Try it: Select a topic below and see if you can find a questionable source of information for it.
      • Curing Cancer with vitamins
      • The Big Bang Theory
      • Michael Jackson’s death
      • Alien conspiracy theory
      • Treatment for autism

Activity

List your source, and list the process you went through to come to the conclusion that it is an unreliable source.



Lesson - Website Validity and Reliability (High School)

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: Reliability and Validity

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

Student Handout 2 - Reference Page: Website Evaluation Process

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

Student Handout 3 - Worksheet: Think About It: Selecting Credible Online Sources

Students understand that online sources are not always reliable, nor is information found online always valid. They use a set of criteria to evaluate online sources on a given topic and reflect on the selection process. Students then engage in a collaborative project that entails research, expository writing, and source citation.

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Lesson - Survey and Statistics with Internet Safety

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Unit - Integrated Math and Internet Safety

Unit - Integrated Math and Internet Safety

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Lesson - Survey and Statistics with Internet Safety

Lesson - Survey and Statistics with Internet Safety

Students investigate patterns of association in bi-variated data. They graph and analyze responses to statistical questions related to online risks (specifically cyber bullying). They acquire and use key terms including mode, median, mean, outliers, and range.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis Definitions

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis Definitions

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Computer Basics

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Computer Basics

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Parents & the Internet

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Parents & the Internet

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Malicious Code

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Malicious Code

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Student Handout 12 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Cyber Bullying

Student Handout 12 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Cyber Bullying

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Student Handout 13 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Intellectual Property

Student Handout 13 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Intellectual Property

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

Student Handout 14 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Personal Safety

Student Handout 14 - Reference Page: Statistical Analysis - Personal Safety

Students apply mathematical skills and concepts to collect, analyze and visually represent data sets related to e-Safety topics such as technology access, digital literacy, parental role in students' digital lives, digital security, cyber bullying, intellectual property, and personal safety. Resulting data sets may utilized as students prepare Empowerment projects and presentations that they will deliver on the school campus, in the local community, online and to the iDrive Student Advisory Board.

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