What this lesson teaches
This activity helps children explore the concept of digital footprints and their implications. By relating personal experiences to ethics in social media, children learn to reflect on their online actions.
Ethics in Life
Can you finish social media storytellers in about 30 min?
Social Media Storytellers
You will explore the concept of digital footprints and their implications.
Duration30 min
Age GroupAges 13–14
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectEthics
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Storytelling fosters critical thinking and personal connection to the topic. This approach encourages children to analyze their online behavior through the lens of real-life scenarios, aligning with Vygotsky's scaffolding principle.
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1. Gather paper and colored pens. 2. Think of three recent social media posts you made. 3. Write a short story explaining each post's purpose and audience. 4. Illustrate your story with drawings that represent your online actions. 5. Share your story with a family member or friend. 6. Discuss what you learned about your digital footprint and online ethics.