Lesson Plan

Participating in Digital Communities

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It's possible to promote inclusion and empathy on the Internet—it just takes effort! Scholars read and discuss a short story about being a friend online. Then, pupils role-play appropriate ways to respond to hate within a digital community. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Introduce the topic of communities with a short video
  • Invite volunteers to share about a time when they were empathetic or inclusive toward others
Classroom Considerations
  • Print handouts in advance 
Pros
  • Provides links to additional resources for extended learning
  • Includes measurable lesson objectives and essential questions
Cons
  • None