Introduction
Subject: Digital Citizenship | Grade Level: High School (Grades 7–10)
Introduction
Every time you use social media or search the web, you leave a digital footprint behind. But do you know how to protect your privacy and stay safe online? In this activity, you will act as a digital safety expert to help high school students navigate the internet responsibly.
Task
Task
Work in a group of 3 to create a short 5-slide presentation about online safety. Your presentation must answer three key questions:
1. How do you protect your personal information online?
2. How can you spot fake news on social media?
3. What should you do if you encounter cyberbullying?
Process
1. Form a Team: Join a group of 3 students.
2. Assign Roles: Each member picks 1 of the questions from the Task section.
3. Research: Use the links in the Resources section to find your answers.
4. Create Slides: Combine your findings into a 5-slide Google Slides or PowerPoint presentation.
5. Submit: Double-check your slides against the rubric below and submit your link.
Resources
GCF Global: Internet Safety for Teens
StopBullying.gov: What is Cyberbullying?
FactCheck.org: How to Spot Fake News
Evaluation
Evaluation Rubric (Total: 9 Points)
1. Content (3 Points)
1 Point (Needs Work): Missing key answers or details.
2 Points (Good): Answers all 3 questions clearly.
3 Points (Excellent): Gives detailed, accurate answers with clear safety tips.
2. Design (3 Points)
1 Point (Needs Work): Messy and hard to read.
2 Points (Good): Clean, neat, and organized slides.
3 Points (Excellent): Very attractive layout with helpful visuals.
3. Teamwork (3 Points)
1 Point (Needs Work): Only 1 or 2 members contributed.
2 Points (Good): All members contributed equally.
3 Points (Excellent): Excellent group effort and clear presentation.
Conclusion
Conclusion
Great job! You have completed the WebQuest and learned how to protect your identity, verify information, and handle cyberbullying. Remember: stay smart, stay safe, and think before you post!