Ready-to-teach lessons
From misinformation and harmful behaviours to toxic role models, young people are navigating a digital world full of challenges.
This Topical Talk lesson bundle explores online harms, using real-world examples in the news to start thought-provoking classroom discussions.
Each lesson builds media literacy and critical thinking – empowering students to understand and safely engage with the digital world around them.
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What if I don't feel confident to teach these kinds of lessons?
We understand that tackling conversations about online harms can feel challenging. That's why we've created a practical guide to help you approach these discussions with confidence – including tips on:
- Ensuring all viewpoints are heard – while recognising that some arguments may need deeper exploration, extra time or careful challenge
- Championing facts and challenging misinformation
- Considering when and how to inform parents about sensitive topics
- Feeling comfortable without an answer for everything
Lessons on online harms
Resources
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Upsetting news: strategies to help
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Andrew Tate and Conor McGregor: permitting public misogyny?
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“Deepfakes can upset our democracies.”
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Should social media be banned for under 16s?
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Social media and organised crime
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Misogyny in the news
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Talking about sensitive and complex issues
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Mental health: doomscrolling
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Post-pandemic: parasocial relationships
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Metaverse: a new realm to rule?
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Andrew Tate: misogyny online
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Social media: are schools doing enough?