Freshmen 3/7

Grade 9

Title: Digital Citizenship :Internet Addiction

Goal Statement: Students will learn information about cyber/social media addiction.

ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors Standard (s): B-LS 1: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to make informed decisions. B-LS 5: Apply media and technology skills. B-SMS 1: Demonstrate ability to assume responsibility. B-SMS 2: Demonstrate self discipline and self control.

Materials:

• Slide Show

Procedures:

1. View Slide Show (below)

2. Discussion Questions

• • • • How much is too much time on the internet?

      • Do you feel the internet/texting has hurt teens ability to communicate?

      • Why do you think teens are more comfortable expressing themselves over the internet than in person?

      • Do you feel internet addiction is a real thing?

      • Has time on your phone/internet every created issues disagreements at home?