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Play games, connect with friends ... Steam is a teen's dream! Scholars learn more about the popular Steam social gaming website through a digital citizenship video. The resource reviews the site's features and benefits, including great parental controls.
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Instructional Ideas
- Take a poll to see how many students use Steam and what social games are their favorite to play
- Let learners pair up and explore the site to find its privacy settings, if school servers allow
Classroom Considerations
- The narrator's discussion of the availability of adult-themed games on Steam is accompanied by an adult-themed image; check with administrators before viewing in class
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The video is a great introduction to the site for parents and teachers alike
- An enthusiastic narrator conveys the site's features and drawbacks clearly
Cons
- None