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DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP | GRADE 3

Password Power-Up

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How can a strong password help protect your privacy?

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Learning Objectives

Define the term "password" and describe its purpose.

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Understand why a strong password is important.

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Practice creating a memorable and strong password.

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What is something in your life that you take steps to protect? �Why and how do you protect it?�

Directions:

  • Take a moment to think silently about these questions.
  • Then, take turns sharing your response with your partner.

WARM UP: THINK–PAIR–SHARE

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A secret string of letters, symbols, and numbers �that you can use to restrict who can access something digital

Password

KEY VOCABULARY

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  • In your "home" group, read your assigned scenario and discuss what could happen if a password were stolen. Jot down your group's answer, and then wait for the teacher's instructions to switch to your "expert" group.
  • In your "expert" group, take turns sharing your "home" group's response. Complete your handout by taking notes on what each presenter shares.

JIGSAW: UH-OH! IF … , THEN ...

Directions

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A group of words that go together and are easy to remember

Phrase

KEY VOCABULARY

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Password Tips to Remember

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Start with a memorable ______________________.

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Only your _________________ should know your password.

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Never use any __________________ identity information in your password.

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Create passwords with at least _____________ characters.

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Use letters, numbers, and ___________________ in your password.

WRAP UP: PASSWORD TIPS CLOZE NOTES

Directions

Complete each password tip on the handout by filling in the blank word.

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