Be Smart with Smartphones

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• PSHE
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)
• Upper Secondary (Key Stage 4)
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)
• BTEC, GCSE

Introduction

An interactive lesson on e-safety with a focus on smartphones. You will find polls, mind maps, quizzes and open questions.

Welcome to this lesson on smartphone safety! 

It's a very serious topic that affects all phone users, but young people are particularly vulnerable.

We hope you find it useful!

Poll

How many hours do you spend on your phone every day?

A simple poll but this time actually logging hours of phone use!

At the end of the lesson, you will understand the importance of e-safety and be able to identify potential dangers associated with mobile phone usage.

Learning Objectives 

Feel free to alter these aims and objectives for your learners.

A mind map to gauge which platforms young people are using!

There's no doubt that smartphones are a vital part of our everyday lives. But are you aware of the dangers?

Introduction

Simple information slide. You can copy this slide easily to add your own.

E-Safety refers to staying safe while using electronic devices and the Internet. It involves protecting personal information, avoiding cyberbullying, and being aware of online scams.

What is e-safety?

And this is another informative slide!

A mind map on the dangers of smartphone use. 

E-Safety refers to staying safe while using electronic devices and the Internet. It involves protecting personal information, avoiding cyberbullying, and being aware of online scams.

What is e-safety?

And this is another informative slide!

Potential Dangers of Smart Phones

Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying involves using technology to harass, intimidate, or humiliate others. It can happen through messages, social media, or online forums.

Sexting

Sexting is sending or receiving explicit messages, photos, or videos. It can have serious consequences, including the spread of personal content without consent.

Online Predators

Online predators are individuals who use the Internet to exploit and harm others, especially children and teenagers. They manipulate victims and may attempt to meet them in person.

Excessive Screentime

Spending excessive time on mobile phones can lead to physical and mental health issues, such as eye strain, sleep disturbances, and reduced social interaction.

Dangerous Influencers

Some influencers may inspire you or make you laugh, but some influencers can draw you into harmful online communities that promote hate and extremism.

You can go through these or click to show on student devices. A quiz follows!

What can excessive screen time lead to?

A

Physical and mental health issues

B

Improved social skills

C

Better eyesight

D

Increased sleep quality

Quiz slide 1

Who are online predators mosty likely to target?

A

Business professionals

B

Parents

C

Children and teenagers

D

Adults over 30

Quiz slide 2 

What is sexting?

A

Cyberbullying others

B

Using social media safely

C

Playing online games

D

Sending explicit messages or photos

Quiz slide 3

What does cyberbullying typically involve?

A

Using technology to harass others

B

Online gaming

C

Excessive screen time

D

Sending explicit messages

Quiz slide 4

How can you protect yourself online?

Open question asking what the participants already know about the steps they can take to protect themselves online.

•  Avoid sharing personal information 

•  Use strong passwords

•  Be cautious of unknown contacts

•  Report any suspicious activities to trusted adults.

Protecting Yourself Online

Information slide.

 Ask about anything related to this lesson.

An exit ticket which you can keep an anonymous and hidden to review after the lesson.

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