12th Grade TechSafe Lesson

12th Grade Lesson

Lesson: We Are Civil Communicators

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12th Grade Lesson Objectives

Students will be able to …

Define civil discourse and identify why it can be challenging on the internet.
Analyze resources to identify the causes and effects of uncivil online discourse.
Learn strategies for civil discourse and apply them to a scenario involving uncivil discourse.

Lesson: We Are Civil Communicators

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What's Included

Lesson Slides
Video: Civil Discourse Online Watch
Student Handout: Disconnected Discourse Student Version Answer Key
Lesson Quiz Student Version Answer Key
Family Activity
Family Tips
Family Engagement Resources

Lesson Materials can be found here:

Lesson Plan

Essential Question:

How can we communicate with civility online?

Lesson Overview:

When we talk about our personal beliefs and politics, passions can run high -- especially when we're online. These intense moments can often lead to tit-for-tat insults, or worse. But, if addressed calmly and coolly, they can be an opportunity to find common ground and deeper understanding. Teach students to keep disagreements civil so their ideas will be heard and so they can advocate for positive change.