Lesson 1: Introduction and Digital Citizenship (20 minutes)

In this lesson student's will be introduced to the key concepts of Digital Citizenship and the concepts of digital footprint throughout your life. 
Teacher Notes:
  • ​1.1: Show the digital citizen video (2.36 minutes) followed by a discussion with the class on the making good choices online presentation (up to the scenario 2 slide)
  • 1.2: Show the digital DNA video (4.33 minutes) and then discuss with the class the implications of the statement below

1.1: Digital Citizens Video and discussion

Watch the video with your class and participate in the discussion.
Go to the E Safe Commissioner website and discuss the Digital Citizenship principles from the Making good choices online presentation

1.2: Digital DNA

Watch the video with your class and participate in the discussion on the implications of your digital DNA.
Discuss the implications of the statement below.
​From the moment we're born - and sometimes even before - our digital identity is established.
As we grow, our digital footprint grows, which is why it's important we treat our digital selves with the same care and attention we give ourselves in the real world.