SAFETY FIRST/RESEARCH TECHNIQUES

           Lesson Two:

      Internet Safety 

Title:  Internet Safety

Grade Level:  12
(Unit may be adapted to any class using computer lab online activities.)

Subject Areas:  Business and Language Arts

Learner Outcomes:  The student will acquire knowledge of and identify the safe and proper procedures for exploring the Internet.
 

                        Time Frame:  Three 45 minute class periods
 
Materials: Technology Tools/Courseware:
Computer Projector Device
Computers with Internet Capability

Teacher Notes:

  • All of the sites below are on an elementary reading level, so all students should be capable of completing the assignments.
  • Students will have on file the "Acceptable Use Policy for Computer Networks and Telecommunications Agreement Form"  signed by the student, his/her parent or guardian, and sponsoring teacher.
Procedures: Students will gain knowledge of Internet safety.
Students will preview the Slide Show on Child Safety: (Click below) Students will access the CyberNet site:
(Click below) Students will access the Safety Game for Teens:
(Click below) Students will access the Safety Quiz
(Click below) Students will access the Internet Safety Knowledge Quiz
(Click below)
  • Internet Safety Knowledge Quiz (kidbytes)
    • Click on the Internet Safety Rules button
    • Read the information about Internet Safety
    • Press the Click Here button at the bottom of the screen
    • Complete the Internet Safety Quiz
The students will be given a copy of the Internet Safety Rules handout.
                        Modifications:
  • Teacher should determine the need for student assistance based on Inclusion and request a special education teacher and/or aide be present during lesson instruction & activities.
  • Teachers can also use peer tutoring and/or small group work during activities.
    • Enrichment Activities: Evaluation/Assessment:
    • Class Participation
    • Completion of Enrichment Activities
    • Teacher Observation
                            State IGO's and Other Standards (WVIGOS):
    West Virginia Instructional Goals and Objectives:
        Language Arts: 12.38, 12.88, 12.89, 12.95
        Process/Workplace Goals:
            Communications: PW.2
            Problem Solving: PW.14
            Technology:  PW.27
            Self Management: PW35, PW36, PW37, PW38, PW43

    Vocational Instructional Goals & Objectives: ACA20

    National Standards

    For Further Information:

    References:
    Child Safety on the Internet
    Guide to Parental Controls/Internet Safety Products
    Safe Teens
    Protect Your Children from Harm Online!
    (A free surf-safety newsletter)
    The Parents Guide to the Internet
    Setting Safety Rules for Your Child on the Internet

    Authors:
    Terri H. Burgess | Natalie Cook | Mary Ruth Hale | Man High School

                             Date Modified:
    Attachments:
    Safety First/ Research Techniques 
    Lesson Plans
    Lesson 1:  Computer Lab Safety
    Lesson 3: 
    E-mail Safety
    Lesson 4:
    Research Techniques Using Online Resources
    Lesson 5:  Technological Competency
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