Media & Information Literacy

Students gain the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create and use various media-based communication formats. Students interpret messages transmitted through Information and Communications Technology (ICT) including Internet publications, infographics, charts, images, videos, audio recordings and multimedia presentations. They learn to effectively locate, evaluate and use information for research and writing. They determine whether an online source is valid and reliable. They distinguish between fact and opinion; bias and objectivity.  Students exercise communication etiquette as a 21st century skill.

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Student Handout 3 - Reference Page: Legal Trend - Cyber Predation
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6, 7, 8, Intermediate (6-8)
Students investigate legal trends related to the Internet including cyber bullying, intellectual property, online grooming and malicious code. They identify a problem related to safety and ethical use of the Internet and examine the laws that relate the problem. They then write a letter to Congress to influence policy.
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Student Handout 2 - Reference Page: Legal Trend - Intellectual Property
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
6, 7, 8, Intermediate (6-8)
Students investigate legal trends related to the Internet including cyber bullying, intellectual property, online grooming and malicious code. They identify a problem related to safety and ethical use of the Internet and examine the laws that relate the problem. They then write a letter to Congress to influence policy.
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Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: Legal Trend - Cyber Bullying
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
6, 7, 8, Intermediate (6-8)
Students investigate legal trends related to the Internet including cyber bullying, intellectual property, online grooming and malicious code. They identify a problem related to safety and ethical use of the Internet and examine the laws that relate the problem. They then write a letter to Congress to influence policy.
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Student Handout 3 - Empowerment: AUP Suggestions and Evaluation Criteria
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students identify the characteristics of an effective Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). They then evaluate their school AUP and recommend ways to make the AUP more effective.
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Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Acceptable Use Policies (AUP)
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students identify the characteristics of an effective Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). They then evaluate their school AUP and recommend ways to make the AUP more effective.
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Teacher Reference Page - Sample Responsible Use (AUP) Pledge
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
The purpose of the Student Pledge is to promote responsible technology use at school. Students pledge to make good choices while using electronic devices, online programs and networks provided by their school or school district.
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Lesson - AUP Student Pledge
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
The purpose of the Student Pledge is to promote responsible technology use at school. Students pledge to make good choices while using electronic devices, online programs and networks provided by their school or school district.
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Lesson - AUP Brochure for Parents
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students share what they have learned about their school's AUP with their parents and guardians.
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Lesson - Acceptable (Responsible) Use Guidelines Poster
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students become familiar with their school's AUP and create a poster that displays guidelines for acceptable (responsible) use of technology.
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Unit - Using Acceptable Use Policies as an Educational Tool (6-12)
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6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Acceptable Use Policies are often written in complex legal language. Given that students and parents are responsible for knowing, understanding and agreeing to follow school policies and procedures, this unit aims to familiarize students with the school's AUP. Students examine school guidelines for responsible use of educational technology, consequences for irresponsible choices and procedures for responding to unsafe and inappropriate situations. They then collaborate in projects that promote responsible use of educational technology at school and at home. Visit isafedirect.com for more info.
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Student Handout - Worksheet: Twitter Safety
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students explore strategies that promote personal safety when using the social network Twitter. They list and describe a total of five safety issues and apply strategies to mitigate problems.
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Lesson - Advanced Textiquette: Twitter Safety Strategies
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students explore strategies that promote personal safety when using the social network Twitter. They list and describe a total of five safety issues and apply strategies to mitigate problems.
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Student Handout - Reference Page: Topic 1 - Computer/Internet Use and Vision-Related Problems
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7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Worksheet: Topic 1 - Computer/Internet Use and Vision-Related Problems
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Reference Page: Topic 2 - Headaches and Seizures
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Reference Page: Topic 2 - Video Game Induced Seizure First Aid
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Reference Page: Topic 3 - Musculoskeletal Problems
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Reference Page: Topic 4 - Sleep Problems
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Reference Page: Topic 5 - Münchausen Syndrome by Internet
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy
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Student Handout - Worksheet: Topic 5 - Münchausen Syndrome by Internet
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
Students learn how prolonged use of the Internet and digital devices impact health. They conduct short research projects, closely read relevant informational text and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while using digital technologies. Implementation options are as follows: • Explore Digital Age Health Issues as a Class • Explore Digital Age Health Issues Using a Jigsaw Strategy

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