The Dark Side of the Net
Overview
In this lesson, students are required to research the topic and produce a three –fold poster or a PowerPoint Slide Show for a Cyber Safety Fair. The fair will be like a trade show. Each group will have a table at the show and will display their information on either the poster or where there is sufficient equipment and power, using PowerPoint. Students should also prepare a single page handout with a summary of their information. This lesson can also be used independently of the Cyber Safety Fair concept. The lessons in the Cyber Safety Fair group can be used to assemble a very informative and interesting session for students, parents and/or the community.Prerequisite Experience
This lesson assumes the student has a basic knowledge and skills associated with research using the Internet. In addition, students will review the materials dealing with digital imaging and PowerPoint found at www.NortelLearniT.org.Teacher Prep Time
minimal (about 1 hour)If you have not worked with image editing software or PowerPoint, you will want to become more comfortable with these technologies. Review the Imaging and PowerPoint training videos available from www.NortelLearniT.org. Students can refer to these same videos when working through their project as needed. Teachers should carefully review the web sites in the Explore Section to become familiar with the topic and to check for appropriateness of materials for their students. Students should be encouraged to report any inappropriate materials they encounter.