What this lesson teaches
Children learn to evaluate the authenticity and impact of online content. This activity cultivates critical thinking and ethical reasoning regarding social media use.
Ethics in Life
Can you finish uncovering social media truths in about 25 min?
Uncovering Social Media Truths
You will children learn to evaluate the authenticity and impact of online content.
Duration25 min
Age GroupAges 13–14
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectEthics
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Analyzing real-life examples engages analytical skills and promotes cognitive load reduction, allowing children to process complex ideas about ethics in a familiar context.
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1. Choose a social media platform you use (e.g., Instagram, Facebook). 2. Select 3 posts that catch your attention — two positive and one questionable. 3. Discuss with your Appa or Didi why each post is either helpful or harmful. 4. Identify any biases or ethical dilemmas presented in the questionable post. 5. Share your findings with a friend to get their perspective. 6. Reflect on how this exercise changes your view on what you share online.