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DIGITAL MEDIA LITERACY



LESSON PLAN

Fact-Checking Detectives

DIGITAL MEDIA LITERACY

TOPIC

DIGITAL MEDIA LITERACY

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RECOMMENDED AGE GROUP

10-12 YEARS OLD

DIGITAL MEDIA LITERACY

DURATION

30 MIN

OVERVIEW

This lesson equips students with the skills to recognise misinformation and fake news online. They will learn how to fact-check information and the importance of being critical media consumers.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Students will be able to:

  • Explain why people might spread misinformation and fake news.

  • Apply strategies for fact-checking online information.

KEY CONCEPTS

Learning Materials

Fact-Checking Detectives

Lesson Slides (Google Slides)

Fact-Checking Detectives

Lesson Slides (PPTX)

Fact-Checking Detectives

Teacher's Guide

Fact-Checking Detectives

About This Resource

Why Choose This Resource?

  • Ready-to-Use: Includes a downloadable Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Slides that work seamlessly together to save you time and effort.

  • Interactive and Engaging: Features hands-on activities  for the whole classroom, encouraging active learning and creativity.

  • Classroom-Friendly: Designed for minimal preparation, making it perfect for busy teachers.

  • Flexible and Adaptable: Suitable for various class sizes and learning environments, with activities that can be tailored to your students’ needs.



Tips for Delivering a Great Lesson

  • Keep It Age-Appropriate: Use examples and language that resonate with this age group’s experiences, like games or social apps they’re familiar with.

  • Manage Time Effectively: The lesson is designed for 30 minutes, but you can expand it by allowing more sharing or discussion time.

  • Encourage Reflection: Use the wrap-up discussion to connect the activity to real-world digital safety practices and behaviors.

  • Create a Safe Space: Foster an open and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and creations.



About the Internet Independent Framework

This lesson is part of the Internet Independent Framework, a comprehensive curriculum designed to teach students critical digital skills and online safety. Aligned with global best practices, the framework provides guidance for educators to teach cyber safety, generative AI, and digital wellbeing. Explore the framework here.

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