Introduction: After an emergency meeting of the PTA committee, the parents of P.S. 71 have banned the use of the Internet at school! After a unanimous vote to put a hold on all Internet activities, the parents of P.S. 71 vow that they will never again allow their students to be put in danger by giving them access to the Internet. These parents believe that the Internet is nothing more than an unsafe playground. After much pleading for the students by their computer teacher, the parents have agreed to meet again next week for a final vote. Will the Internet be banned forever? Or can the students of P.S. 71 change their future?
Task: You need to prove to your parents that you understand how to be safe on the Internet and you will only have one chance to do so. At the next PTA meeting, you and your team will present a PowerPoint presentation that covers Internet Safety. To accomplish this goal, you and your team will each choose a different role and gather information about four different aspects of the Internet. You must become an expert in your area so that you are able to persuade your parents to vote in favor of allowing the Internet back into the classroom. You must also compile a list of the top 10 rules for staying safe on the Internet that will be displayed at school as a reminder to "Play It Safe" on the Internet.
Process:
1. As a class, you will be divided into four groups:
3. As a group, look over the rubrics to make sure you understand exactly what is expected of you.
4. Return to the role which you have been assigned and review what is expected from your group. Make sure and look over the questions related to your topic.
5. Use the weblinks provided in your area to answer your specific questions. Think about any other possible questions parents might have about this area or topic. Use only the links provided. Also make sure to keep an eye out for possible additions to your Top 10 List of ways to stay safe on the internet.
7. Each group must create a PowerPoint presentation that will be presented in front of the class. As a group, you will decide upon font, background, color scheme, etc.
8. All members of the group should check ALL pages to make sure everything is correct (spelling, grammar, formatting). You will receive a group grade for the PowerPoint!
9. Compile your list of the Top 10 ways to stay safe on the internet.
Good Luck!!