Target Audience Age Range: Teens (14–18)
Skills Topic: Children and teens, other
Format of Delivery: In-Person
Setting: Classroom
What Does This Resource Cover?
This is a lesson created by Morningside Center for Teaching Social Responsibility to encourage learners to consider the benefits and drawbacks of new technology when it comes to their privacy.
What Will The Community Members Learn?
According to the included lesson plan, after learners complete this lesson, they will be able to:
- Reflect on their internet and technology use and how it connects to privacy.
- Consider what level of privacy (and with whom) is important to them.
- Gain insight into the similarities and differences between government spying, parental monitoring, and tracking of website habits for marketing purposes.
- Explore the connection and potential conflict between security/safety and privacy, both on a personal and institutional level.
How Long Will This Program Take?
- 90 minutes
What Materials Are Needed?
- Whiteboard or chalkboard
- Paper and pen or pencil
How Much Staff Is Required?
- One staff member
How Can I Access This Resource?
Click here to navigate to Internet Privacy: A Personal & Political Issue
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