Digital Life & Social Media Awareness

Vocabulary - English Language

Digital Literacy: Navigating Social Media

Тема: Digital Life & Social Media Awareness

NAME: _________________________

Pre-Class Study (Домашняя подготовка до урока):

Перед выполнением этого рабочего листа, пожалуйста:

1.     Посмотрите короткое видео: "5 Ways Social Media Affects Your Brain" (ссылку можно найти в описании к уроку или использовать следующую: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HffWFd_6bJ0).

2.     Прочитайте текст-памятку ниже.

Netiquette: Rules for Online Interaction

Netiquette is a set of rules for polite behaviour online. Remember: THINK before you post. Is it True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, Kind? Don't share private information (oversharing). Respect other people's opinions, even in a heated debate. Avoid writing in all CAPS – it looks like SHOUTING. Be careful with sarcasm and humour as it can be misunderstood without tone of voice.

Part 1: Vocabulary Check (Сопоставление)

Match the word with its definition.

1.     Netiquette

2.     Oversharing

3.     Heated debate

4.     FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)

a) A public argument or disagreement, often online.
b) The feeling of anxiety from seeing others' perfect lives online.
c) Rules for polite and respectful behaviour on the internet.
d) Sharing too much personal information publicly.

Part 2: Comprehension – Multiple Choice (Множественный выбор)

Based on the Pre-Class Study video and text, choose the correct answer(s). There can be one or more right answers.

1.     What is the main purpose of the "THINK" rule?

o    a) To make your posts more interesting.

o    b) To help you decide if you should post something.

o    c) To improve your spelling.

2.     Which of the following are examples of good netiquette? (Choose all that apply)

o    a) Using capital letters for an entire post to express excitement.

o    b) Respecting someone's opinion even if you disagree.

o    c) Posting a friend's personal news without asking.

o    d) Being cautious with sarcasm in text messages.

Part 3: Language in Use (Перетаскивание / Заполнение пропусков)

Drag and drop the words into the correct gaps in the text: influencers, algorithms, tailored, content.

Social media platforms use complex (1) ______ to decide what you see. They analyse your likes and shares to create a (2) ______ feed. This means you mostly see (3) ______ that confirms your existing beliefs. Popular (4) ______ can shape trends and opinions.

Part 4: Critical Thinking (Короткий ответ / Открытый вопрос)

Answer in 2-3 sentences.

What is one POSITIVE and one NEGATIVE effect of social media on your personal life or society?

Positive: _________________________________________________________

Negative: ________________________________________________________

 

Laura Togni

Listening - ESL

A lesson @the lab 

 

What’s on my bucket list? learn English Teens viewing comprehension - whole class (5’)

 

What about you? Reflect on your own, then share with your deskmate. (20’)

 

  • What’s on your summer bucket list?
  • What are your dreams for next year?
  • How do you see yourself in 5 years’ time?
  • What’s on your bucket list by the age of 30? Listen to this podcast to draw inspiration! (and watch this if you need any vocabulary!)

Think about things to do but also skills to achieve. Think about the person you want to become.

 

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Listen to this “Message to my younger self”: What are the main points the speaker goes through? Match the sentence halves. (10’)

 

  • you might not be paying enough attention 
  • you only have one chance
  • you should be thankful for each day 
  • fulfilling your life is not about being smarter than others 
  • if you don’t take chances you’ll spend your time 
  • if you don’t believe in yourself, 
  • don’t waste your energy 
  • don’t lose sight of who you are 
  • wondering what could have been
  • instead of focusing on what you don’t have (yet)
  • and what means the most to you
  • to do things right
  • in things of little importance
  • but having the courage to build
  • nobody will do it for you
  • to the most important things in life

 

 

 

Writing a letter to your past self must be hard. What about receiving a letter from them??

Look what happened in a High school in the US.

Now, browse through the following link, study the language and structure:

Write a letter to your future self

template and language, letter planning

 

Now, write a 150-200-word letter to your future self!

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Follow-up: A letter to my future self – Foni Joyce - UNHCR

 

Understanding and Preventing Cyberbullying

English language

Part 1: Understanding Cyberbullying

Fill in the blanks using the correct words from the box. (One word will not be used.)

[ messages | false | victims | rude | accounts | chat | strangers | entertainment ]

  1. Cyberbullying happens when someone spreads _______ rumors or posts _______ comments about another person online.
  2. It can occur in social media, _______ groups, or through direct _______.
  3. Cyberbullying can affect _______ emotionally and mentally, sometimes leading to fear or anxiety.

Part 2: Strategies to Handle Cyberbullying

Fill in the blanks with the correct word.

  1. _______ the bully instead of responding because engaging with them may encourage further bullying.
  2. Use platform settings to _______ and report harmful content online.
  3. Always save _______ of hurtful messages to show parents, teachers, or authorities.
  4. If you or someone you know is being bullied, do not stay silent. Speak to a trusted _______.

Part 3: Analyzing Online Social Networking

Read the statements and fill in the missing words.

  1. One benefit of social media is that it allows people to stay connected and access valuable _______.
  2. However, one major disadvantage is that _______ can access personal information if accounts are not kept private.
  3. Social media can also spread _______ news and scams, which may mislead users.
  4. Cyberbullying is a serious issue because it can cause emotional distress and, in severe cases, affect a person’s _______ health.

Part 4: Application-Based Questions

Complete the answers based on your understanding.

  1. If you witness someone being cyberbullied in a group chat, what should you do?
    → I should ___________________________________________________.
  2. You receive a message from a stranger asking for personal details. What is the safest action to take?
    → I will ______________________________________________________.
  3. Why is it important to "think before you post" online?
    → Because ___________________________________________________.

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