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 4 - Reference Page: Social Media & Privacy Tips
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
K, 1, 2, Primary (K-2)
Dot helps i to understand responsible use of social media while attending a friend’s birthday party. Students learn how to respect others’ privacy and practice safe social networking through this interactive lesson featuring Dot & i. The lesson includes a teacher guide, printable activity pages, and interactive multimedia resources.
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Student Handout 7 - Worksheet: Online Community Review Pros and Cons Chart
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the issues and benefits of social networks; discuss current social media trends; review and rate the safety level of different online communities, and develop social networking safety strategies.
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Student Handout 5 - Reference Page: Safe Online Communication
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the issues and benefits of social networks; discuss current social media trends; review and rate the safety level of different online communities, and develop social networking safety strategies.
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Student Handout - Worksheet: Critical Thinking Activity - Inappropriate Websites
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
3, 4, 5, Elementary (3-5)
Students come to understand that the Internet is part of an online community comprised of appropriate and inappropriate places to visit. They classify a series of examples as either appropriate or inappropriate online places for children. A Family Tip Sheet is included.
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Student Handout 4 - Quiz: Help Donny Make Responsible & Legal Decisions
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students learn that intellectual property rights apply to social networking activity.They discuss the ways that people share media on social networks and help Donny the Downloader make safe and ethical decisions with the media that he comes across online.
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Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: Text Messaging
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
3, 4, 5, 6, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the safety and security issues related to text messaging and instant messaging (IM). They discuss ways to safely use messaging apps (includes mobile phones).
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Student Handout 3 - Reference Page: Benefits of Online Communities
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the issues and benefits of social networks; discuss current social media trends; review and rate the safety level of different online communities, and develop social networking safety strategies.
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Student Handout 2 - Reference Page: Communication in Online Communities
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the issues and benefits of social networks; discuss current social media trends; review and rate the safety level of different online communities, and develop social networking safety strategies.
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Student Handout 1 - Reference Page: Online Community Definition
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the issues and benefits of social networks; discuss current social media trends; review and rate the safety level of different online communities, and develop social networking safety strategies.
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Slideshow - Web Logs: A Positive Approach to Blogging
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the promises and perils of blogging and identify the types of information to avoid when publishing written work online. They then produce a blog on a topic of interest.
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Student Handout 3 - Reference Page: Hashtag Savvy
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Primary (K-2), Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
When used as an integral part of the classroom protocol and routine, Twitter can offer unique and meaningful learning opportunities that model responsible use of social media and improved communication between teacher, parents and students. Classroom integration activities are included.
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Student Handout 4 - Reference Page: Common Issues in Online Communities
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary (3-5), Intermediate (6-8)
Students examine the issues and benefits of social networks; discuss current social media trends; review and rate the safety level of different online communities, and develop social networking safety strategies.
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Teacher Reference Page - Password Practice
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5, Elementary (3-5)
Students recognize the risks of having a weak password. Class discussion and practice activities enable students to create strong passwords to protect themselves from cyber bullying, identity theft and online predators. Student will be able to state the attributes of a strong password, explain the importance of protecting online accounts, and create strong and secure passwords.
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Slideshow 1 - Introduction to Online Personal Safety
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5, Elementary (3-5)
Students engage in dialogue about their experience in various online communities and discuss the role of parental supervision. They compare online communities with public places in the real world; give an example of a site, game, or app used to communicate with other people; describe the activities that take place in an online community, and discuss the importance of adult supervision.
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Student Handout 8 - Worksheet: Scenario Learning: Personal Safety & Responsibility
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5, Elementary (3-5)
Students relate online privacy to personal safety in a class discussion about age-appropriate sites and apps. Through exploration of online registration forms and profiles, students discover the importance of following age requirements (COPPA) and protecting online identity. Students create a mock-up of a safe and secure online profile as part of their Empowerment Project: the designe of a virtual world called Sock Puppet Nation.
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Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: What's in a Name?
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image
5, Elementary (3-5)
Students recognize the importance of protecting online identity by engaging in class discussion about personal information. They list types of information that reveals personal identity, evaluate screen names for safety, and practice creating safe screen names.
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Student Handout 3 - Reference Page: Tips for Creating a Safe Screen Name
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image
5, Elementary (3-5)
Students recognize the importance of protecting online identity by engaging in class discussion about personal information. They list types of information that reveals personal identity, evaluate screen names for safety, and practice creating safe screen names.
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Student Handout 4 - Worksheet: Password Practice
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, Elementary (3-5)
Students recognize the risks of having a weak password. Class discussion and practice activities enable students to create strong passwords to protect themselves from cyber bullying, identity theft and online predators. Student will be able to state the attributes of a strong password, explain the importance of protecting online accounts, and create strong and secure passwords.
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Student Handout 5 - Worksheet: Safeguarding Online Accounts
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
5, Elementary (3-5)
Students recognize the risks of having a weak password. Class discussion and practice activities enable students to create strong passwords to protect themselves from cyber bullying, identity theft and online predators. Student will be able to state the attributes of a strong password, explain the importance of protecting online accounts, and create strong and secure passwords.
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Student Handout - Empowerment Project (i-Buddy Stick Puppet)
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K, 1, 2, Primary (K-2)
Students explore types of electronic messaging. They come to understand the need for an adult’s help when sending and receiving electronic messages through collaborative class discussion.

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