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Lesson Topic: Digital Footprint & Online Reputation: Critical Media Consumption

Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

Understand the concept of a digital footprint and its implications.

Recognize the importance of managing and protecting their online reputation.

Analyze the impact of digital media on personal and professional lives.

Develop strategies for critical media consumption in the digital age.
Learning Outcomes (Understand, Know, Do):

Understand:

a. The concept of a digital footprint and its components.

b. The potential consequences of a positive or negative online reputation.

c. The impact of digital media on personal and professional relationships.
Know:

a. Strategies for managing and protecting online reputation.

b. Methods for critically evaluating online information and sources.

c. The role of privacy settings and responsible online behavior.

Do:
a. Assess and reflect on their own digital footprints.

b. Apply critical media consumption skills to online content.

c. Implement strategies for managing and improving their online reputation.

Lesson Procedure/Steps:

Introduction (10 minutes):
a. Engage students with a thought-provoking question on the importance of online reputation.

b. Provide an overview of the lesson's objectives and outcomes.

c. Discuss the relevance of digital footprints and online reputation in today's digital age.

Understanding Digital Footprint (15 minutes):
a. Define the concept of a digital footprint and its components (e.g., social media posts, online

activities, digital communication).
b. Explain how digital footprints are created and their potential long-term impact.

c. Discuss examples of positive and negative digital footprints.

Online Reputation Management (20 minutes):

a. Discuss the importance of managing and protecting online reputation.

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