Online Risks & Protection
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Online Risks & Protection
45min
Students will demonstrate how to stay safe online by practicing secure habits and understanding the tools and technologies that protect their information.
Lesson Preparation
* Print a copy of the Cybersecurity Advice Column Handout for each student for the Independent Practice section. Students may benefit from the Vocabulary Handout. Print a copy of the Vocabulary Handout for each student if needed.
Lesson Plan
Lesson Slides
Assessment Rubric
| Category | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced: demonstrates superior performance | Proficiency: demonstrates consistent performance | Moving toward proficiency/expectations | Experiencing significant difficulty | |
| Demonstrate how to stay safe online by practicing secure habits and understanding the tools and technologies that protect information. | • Student participates in class discussion. • Student writes a response for a cybersecurity advice column. • Student completes the extension to enhance the program. | • Student participates in class discussion. • Student writes a response for a cybersecurity advice column. | • Student attempts to participate in class discussion. • Student attempts to write a response for a cybersecurity advice column. | • Student needs support to participate in class discussion. • Student needs significant support to write a response for a cybersecurity advice column. |
Lesson Standards
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| NM 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| NJ CS 3-5: 8.1.5.NI.2 | Describe physical and digital security measures for protecting sensitive personal information. |
| Texas 4 Technology Applications: 4.10.B | identify and discuss types of data collection tools such as cookies, pop-ups, smart devices, and unsecured networks and explain why it is important to maintain digital privacy |
| ND CS 4: 4.SE.3 | Recognize that data-collection technology can be used to track navigation online [Continued growth]. |
| ND CS 4: 4.SE.4 | Recognize when it is safe to share private information online. (CYSEC) |
| ND CS 4: 4.RU.1 | Discuss basic issues related to the appropriate use of technology and information, and the consequences of inappropriate use. |
| CSTA 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.a.2 | Describe the threats to safe and efficient use of devices (e.g., SPAM, spyware, phishing, viruses) associated with various forms of technology use (e.g., downloading and executing software programs, following hyperlinks, opening files). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.a.4 | Explain the proper use and operation of security technologies (e.g., passwords, virus protection software, spam filters, popup blockers, cookies). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.a.5 | Describe ways to employ safe practices and avoid the potential risks/dangers associated with various forms of online communications, downloads, linking, Internet purchases, advertisements, and inappropriate content within constrained environments. |
| DE 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.c.2 | Explain why websites, digital resources, and artifacts may include advertisements and collect personal information. |
| CA CS 3-5: 3-5.NI.5 | Describe physical and digital security measures for protecting personal information. |
| CA CS 3-5: 3-5.NI.6 | Create patterns to protect information from unauthorized access. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.a.6 | Identify and explain that some computing functions are always active (e.g., locations function on smart phones). |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CS.c.2 | Describe the need for authentication of users and devices as it relates to access permissions, privacy, and security. |
| OH CS 4: NI.C.4.a | Describe what information should be protected and the importance of a secure password to protect information. |
| OH CS 4: NI.C.4.b | Describe and explain safe usage of various online services such as web, email, video, gaming, cloud services and networked drives. |
| FL CS 3-5: SC.35.CS-PC.1.3 | Explain the proper use and operation of security technologies (e.g., passwords, virus protection software, spam filters, pop-up blockers, and cookies). |
| OH CS 4: NI.IOT.4.b | Describe how transferred information is tagged using identifiers to transmit information about the user so students begin to learn that no information on the internet is anonymous. |
| MS CS 3-5: NI.1B.2 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| WI CS 3-5: IC3.b.3.i | Explain problems that relate to using computing devices and networks (e.g., logging out to deter others from using your account, cyberbullying, privacy of personal information, and ownership). |
| WI CS 3-5: NI1.a.2.i | Create examples of strong passwords, explain why strong passwords should be used, and demonstrate proper use and protection of personal passwords. |
| FL CS 3-5: SC.35.CS-PC.4.4 | Describe the threats to safe and efficient use of devices (e.g., SPAM, spyware, phishing, and viruses) associated with various forms of technology use (e.g., downloading and executing software programs, following hyperlinks, and opening files). |
| WI CS 3-5: NI1.a.3.i | Remember basic concepts and facts regarding security issues with general computer use. |
| WI CS 3-5: NI1.b.1.i | Give examples of information that organizations keep private as opposed to information that they make public. |
| OH CS 4: IC.SLE.4.b | Explain why information should be shared or kept private to protect student identity. |
| MO CS 4: 4.NI.C.01 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and identify strategies for how personal information can be protected. |
| SD CS 3-5: 3-5.NI.02 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| AK CS 4: 4.NI.C.01 | Define cybersecurity and discuss real‐world cybersecurity problems and how physical and digital personal information can be protected. |
| PA 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| LA CS K-5: E.NI.2B. | Identify ways to maintain data security when using networks. |
| MD CS 4: 4.NI.C.01 | Identify problems that relate to unsecure networks and inappropriate use of computing devices and potential subsequent consequences. |
| HI 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| LA CS K-5: E.IC.3B. | Describe the safe versus unsafe uses of computing systems at age-appropriate levels. |
| MI CS 3-5: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.HS.1.1 | Discuss what makes websites and applications appropriate for use at school. |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.4.HS.1.2 | Discuss how websites and applications can be utilized for different purposes. |
| MT CS K-5: CS.NI.4.1 | Identify cybersecurity problems |
| FL GR4 CS Foundations: SC.K12.CTR.3.1 | Complete tasks with digital fluency. |
| MT CS K-5: CS.NI.5.1 | Explain cybersecurity problems |
| GA CS 3-5: CSS.DC.3-5.3 | Identify the rights, responsibilities, and opportunities of living, learning, and working in an interconnected society and model behaviors that are safe, legal, and ethical. |
| GA CS 3-5: CSS.DC.3-5.3.1 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems (e.g. viruses, phishing attacks, click bait, etc) and how personal information can be protected. |
| WA 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| NE 4 Technology: 4.DC.2 | Explain responsible uses of technology and digital information and describe potential consequences of inappropriate use. |
| VA CS 4: 4.CYB.1 | The student will examine the impacts of appropriate and inappropriate use of computing technologies. |
| VA CS 4: 4.CYB.2 | The student will identify and investigate best practices to safeguard information shared online and through online platforms. |
| VA CS 4: 4.CYB.3 | The student will examine how information is shared online and explain the importance of cybersecurity. |
| NE 4 Technology: 4.DC.7 | Recognize and describe the potential risks and dangers associated with online communication. |
| AZ CS K-5: 4.NI.C.1 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| IA 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| ID CS 3-5: 3-5.CT.3.2 | Demonstrate an understanding of what personal data is, how to keep it private and how it might be shared online. |
| NY CS K-6: 4-6.IC.4 | Explain who has access to data in different digital spaces. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.1.a | Examine and explain scenarios for appropriate and inappropriate use of computing technologies. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.1.b | Develop possible solutions involving inappropriate use of computing technologies. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.2.a | Classify personal, private, and public information. |
| ID CS 3-5: 3-5.DL.2.1 | Practice responsible digital citizenship using positive, safe, legal and ethical behaviors in the use of technology systems and software. |
| CA CS K-5: 3-5.NI.5 | Describe physical and digital security measures for protecting personal information. |
| CA CS K-5: 3-5.NI.6 | Create patterns to protect information from unauthorized access. |
| ID CS 3-5: 3-5.DL.2.2 | Explain ethical issues that relate to equity of access, accessibility, security, privacy, copyright, digital citizenship, digital footprint, and intellectual property with computers and networks. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.2.b | Research and evaluate tradeoffs of sharing information. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.2.c | Investigate and communicate best practices to limit unauthorized access to information on a computing device. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.2.d | Demonstrate proper use and protection of personal passwords. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.2.e | List methods used to safeguard online information. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.3.a | Investigate multiple ways people share information online. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.3.b | Determine and describe when information should be shared and to whom it should be shared. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.3.c | Describe how personal information can be collected and shared online. |
| Virginia 4 Computer Science: 4.CYB.3.d | Explain the importance of cybersecurity. |
| NY CS K-6: 4-6.CY.3 | Describe trade-offs between allowing information to be public and keeping information private and secure. |
| NY CS K-6: 4-6.CY.5 | Explain suspicious activity of applications and devices. |
| AZ CS 4: 4.NI.C.1 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| AL DLCS4: DLCS18.4.R1 | Identify, demonstrate, and apply personal safe use of digital devices. |
| SC CS 4: 4.DL.2.2 | Recognize and describe the potential risks and benefits associated with various forms of digital communication. |
| AL DLCS4: DLCS18.4.8 | Demonstrate the proper use and operation of security technologies. |
| IN 3-5 CS 2023: 3-5.NI.1 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. (E) |
| RI CS K-5: 1A-CY-S-1 | Recognize basic digital security features. |
| MT CS 4: CS.NI.4.1 | Identify cybersecurity problems |
| RI CS K-5: 1B-CY-R-1 | Describe the risks of sharing personal information, on websites or other public forums. |
| RI CS K-5: 1B-CY-R-2 | Describe ways personal information can be obtained digitally. |
| RI CS K-5: 1B-CY-R-3 | Describe the risks of others using one’s personal resources or devices. |
| RI CS K-5: 1B-CY-S-1 | Explain individual actions that protect personal electronic information and devices. |
| CT 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.4.HS.1.1 | Discuss what makes websites and applications appropriate for use at school. |
| NH 1B: 1B-NI-05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| TX K-5 CS: 3.10.B | describe ways to employ safe practices such as protecting digital identity and avoid online dangers such as accessing unsafe websites or clicking on suspicious links |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.5.HS.1.3 | Describe threats to safe and efficient use of electronic devices. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.IC.4 | Explain who has access to data in different digital spaces. |
| FL 3-5 Unplugged CS: SC.K12.CTR.3.1 | Complete tasks with digital fluency. |
| IL 3-5: 3-5.NI.05 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.CY.1 | Explain why different types of information might need to be protected. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.CY.2 | Describe common safeguards for protecting personal information. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.CY.3 | Describe trade-offs between allowing information to be public and keeping information private and secure. |
| WY CS 3-5: 5.NI.C.01 | Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and identify and implement appropriate strategies for how personal information can be protected. |
| NY 4-6: 4-6.CY.5 | Explain suspicious activity of applications and devices. |
| TX K-5 CS: 5.10.A | discuss cybersecurity strategies such as using a secured internet connection to protect digital information |
| VA CS K-5: 4.CYB.2 | The student will identify and investigate best practices to safeguard information shared online and through online platforms. |
| VA CS K-5: 4.CYB.3 | The student will examine how information is shared online and explain the importance of cybersecurity. |
| NS ICT 4: 4.DC.a.4 | manage their personal data to maintain digital privacy and security of themselves and respect the privacy boundries of others |
| VA CS K-5: 5.CYB.1 | The student will identify ways to limit unauthorized access on computing devices. |
| AR CS 4: CSK8.G4.4.1 | Identify strategies for protecting authentication methods and explore ways to secure compromised information. |
| AR CS 4: CSK8.G4.4.2 | Discuss basic issues related to the appropriate use of technology and information, and the consequences of inappropriate use. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CY-R-1 | Describe the risks of sharing personal information, on websites or other public forums. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CY-R-2 | Describe ways personal information can be obtained digitally. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CY-R-3 | Describe the risks of others using one’s personal resources or devices. |
| RI CS 1B: 1B-CY-S-1 | Explain individual actions that protect personal electronic information and devices. |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.3.b.e.4 | Explain why it is important to check and update passwords, software, and settings to protect personal and shared information. |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.3.b.e.2 | Explain how passwords, account settings, and other tools help protect devices and share systems like school networks or public Wi Fi. |
| WI CS K-5: CSS.3.b.e.1 | Describe ways to keep personal information safe - using strong passwords, logging out, and sharing with trusted sources. |
| ISTE: 2d | Students manage their personal data to maintain digital privacy and security and are aware of data-collection technology used to track their navigation online. |
| AL DLCS 4: DLCS25.4.11 | Describe various forms of suspicious online activity. |
| AL DLCS 4: DLCS25.4.12 | Discuss possible strategies to protect themselves from malicious online activity. |
| ND CS 4: 4.SE.2 | Create secure authentication to ensure privacy. (CYSEC) |
| NE K-5 Technology: NE.K5.35 | Identify and explain the strategies for the safe and efficient use of computers (passwords, virus protection software, etc.). K 1 2 3 4 |
| Texas 4 Technology Applications: 4.10.A | demonstrate account safety, including creating a strong password and logging off devices, and explain the importance of these practices |
| LA CS K-5: E.NI.2A. | Describe personally identifiable information (PII) and identify practices for when and where sharing PII is appropriate. |
| CSTA Grade 4: E4-SYS-SE-13 | Distinguish between authentication and authorization in protecting devices and private information. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.IC.4 | Identify public and private digital spaces. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.CY.2 | Compare and contrast behaviors that do and do not keep information secure. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.CY.3 | Identify why someone might choose to share an account, app access, or devices. |
| NY CS 2-3: 2-3.CY.5 | Identify unusual activity of applications and devices that should be reported to a responsible adult. |
| OK CS 4: 4.NI.C.01 | Identify and explain issues related to responsible use of technology and information, and describe personal consequences of inappropriate use. |
| MA DLCS 3-5: 3-5.CAS.c.1 | Explain the different forms of web advertising (e.g., search ads, pay-per-click ads, banner ads, targeted ads, in-game ads, e-mail ads). |