KS3+, Critical Digital Literacy

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This set of lesson plans is designed for Key Stage 3 and 4 students, focusing on developing critical digital literacy skills. . We recommend starting with the 'Documentary literacy and critical thinking' lesson. The lessons aim to equip students with the ability to critically analyse and engage with digital content, understand the ethical implications of technology use, and develop responsible digital citizenship. Through a combination of discussions and practical exercises, students will learn to navigate the digital world with confidence and discernment.

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Develop critical digital literacy

Explore the ways visuals can be manipulated.

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Stay safe online (secondary): Pt.1

Meet computer scientist Ilya working in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and develop your digital literacy.

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Social media for positive change

Meet YouTuber Marcelo in Brazil, using social media for good.

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Explore AI (Pt. 1)

Meet computer scientist Ilya working in Artificial Intelligence. Learn about some of the potentials and issues of AI.

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Stay safe online (secondary): Pt.2

Further develop your digital literacy with a focus on deepfakes.

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Explore AI (Pt. 2)

Further develop critical thinking about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AGI.

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Documentary literacy & critical thinking (Secondary)

Student introduction to documentary literacy and critical thinking more generally.

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