Optional 12th Grade TechSafe Lesson

12th Grade Lesson

We Are Civil Communicators

Teacher Directions

1. Preview the lesson objectives and contents below prior to delivering.

2. Gather any materials necessary.

3. Review the Lesson Plan and Lesson Resources & Materials. These materials (available in English and Spanish) will provide you with valuable resources as you deliver this training to your students. Videos can also be accessed by clicking on the video link.

4. Deliver your TechSafe lesson. This training is designed to provide the students with opportunities to ask questions.

5. Additional lesson materials for families (English & Spanish) are also available should you choose to use them.

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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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.