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Learning matrix

TOPIC

Knowledge

Social networks

The dangers of social networks

Protecting oneself on social media

Skils

How to make use of social networks in our personal and professional life

How to critically analyze social media and their content.

How to protect oneself when using social media

Attitudes

To make good use of social networks

To be aware of the online resources available.

To be aware of the risks of social media.

To analyze the content on social media from a critical perspective.

To actively protect oneself as a social media user.

To take measures in order to protect one’s personal data on social media.

Lesson plan

Toolkit Topic:
The Dark side of Social networks

Description of the Learning Activities

Duration

Materials or Equipment Required

Learning Outcomes Addressed and Assessment

Workshop Opening:

  • The facilitator opens the session by welcoming all students and introducing the key concepts of the module 6 (Social Networks, the strengths and weaknesses of social networks, and in particular their dark side).

5 minutes

Pens and note-taking materials for all participants.

Projector and screen.

  • Learn about social networks, the strengths and weaknesses
  • Gain an understanding of dark side of the social network
  • Reflect about how to protect yourself when surfing the internet

    Activity 1:  What Is Social Networking

    The facilitator briefly introduces the definition of social networks (topic covered in Module 6) and explains to the participants what needs to be done to access them MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 3.

    The facilitator asks the participants to divide into two groups asking the first group to write down all the positive aspects of social networks on a piece of paper, and the second group the negative aspects

    Allow 7 minutes for each group to share and take notes.

    At the end of the 7 minutes, public sharing and group discussion.

    MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 4

    • The facilitator introduces the concept “THE DANGERS OF SOCIAL NETWORKS”

    MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 6

    15 minutes

    Training venue with IT equipment, and space to break-out into smaller groups.

    Projector and screen.

    Pens and note-taking materials for participants.

    Activity 2: The Social Dilemma?

    • The facilitator asks the participants “What is the dilemma referred to in the docufilm” and starts a discussion.
    • The facilitator asks the participants how much they care about their data and privacy MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 7.
    • At the end of the discussion the facilitator explains why MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 8.
    • The facilitator gives concluding explanations and shares the 6 risk categories MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 9-10.

    5 minutes

    Training venue with IT equipment, and space to break-out into smaller groups.

    Projector and screen.

    Pens and note-taking materials for participants.

    Reflect on the dangers and risks present on the web

    Activity 3: Do you know what to do to protect yourself?

    • The facilitator asks participants two questions for reflection and then provides advice through an infographic.

    MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 12-13

    Micro-Learning: Practical advice to avoid the risks of social networks

    • Afterwards, the facilitator provides an accurate explanation of the infographic with the support of the presentation

    MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 15-18

      20 minutes

      Training venue with IT equipment, and space to break-out into smaller groups.

      Projector and screen.

      Pens and note-taking materials for participants.

      Understand the importance of protecting your data when surfing the internet and understand how

      Workshop Close and Feedback

      • The facilitator submits a case study to the participants “220 Enjoy fals accounts”

      Case Study- 220 Enjoy fals accounts (Print the case study)

      • After the participants have read the case study, they start a group reflection using the three questions of the presentation as guidelines

      MECO_PR2_Module 7.pptx pag 20

      20 minutes

      Training venue with IT equipment, and space to break-out into smaller groups.

      Copy of Activity Sheets (if relevant)

      Apply the concepts learned through a practical activity

      Total duration of the module

      60 minutes