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Privacy & Security

Discuss

Start by choosing one of the questions below. Once you've chosen, take a few minutes to discuss your ideas together. Remember, just like in class, there's no right or wrong answer, but be sure to support your ideas with reasons:�

What kinds of information do you share online, and who sees what you share?�Does it matter? Why, or why not?�
How does our behavior change when�we know we're being watched? Are we�less likely to be ourselves? How does�that relate to our behavior online?�
What are practical things people can�do to protect their privacy and security online? What can we do, and what can�we avoid doing?

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GRADES 9–12: DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP FAMILY ACTIVITY

Digital citizenship: thinking critically and using technology responsibly to learn, create, and participate

Pssst -- here's a secret: You're at an advantage, because you're also powerful. Not only do app developers adjust their products around your likes and dislikes, but also you grew up with smartphones and social media. Now you're learning how to be a responsible digital citizen. It's time for you to be an expert for your family and share your knowledge with them.

In class you used some resources, wrote down ideas, and formed opinions. Now it's time to share them.

So, grab an available family member, and show them what you know.

Learn more about how to protect your privacy online at commonsense.org/privacy-tips-for-families.

You've been learning about online privacy and how to protect it, and now it's time to help your family do the same!

Now share your completed assignment and�-- if you have time -- show one or more of the resources you used in class. Take another minute to discuss:

What do you think are the most important things to know about this topic?

Reflect

Answer this question together:

What simple steps can we take as a family today to protect our online privacy and security (better passwords, two-factor authentication, checking phone settings, etc.)?

Make sure to keep talking!