Becoming eSmart

This lesson is designed to build students’ competencies in the following skills:

• curiosity
• digital literacy

Australian Curriculum (v9.0) content description: 7 & 8, Digital Technologies

Select and use a range of digital tools efficiently, including unfamiliar features, to create, locate and communicate content, consistently applying common conventions (AC9TDI8P11).

Relevant parts of Year 7 & 8 achievement standards: Students explain how data is transmitted and secured in networks, and identify cyber security threats. They select and use a range of digital tools efficiently and responsibly to create, locate and share content; and to plan, collaborate on and manage projects. Students manage their digital footprint.

NSW Syllabus outcomes:

• TE4-7DI explains how data is represented in digital systems and transmitted in networks

General capabilities: Digital Literacy

Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

• Target 9.c: Significantly increase access to information and communications technology and strive to provide universal and affordable access to the Internet in least developed countries by 2020.

• Devices with headphones and internet connectivity (1 per student)
• Student worksheet (1 per student)
• Whiteboard and markers (or equivalent)

The Alannah & Madeline Foundation has developed a new and innovative online learning experience that builds digital intelligence in students aged 10-14, giving them the knowledge and skills they need to harness the opportunities and deal with the challenges of the digital world. Aligned to leading international frameworks for digital intelligence and future readiness, the eSmart Digital Licence+ offers cutting-edge, evidence-based learning materials that educators can use in remote and blended learning environments.

These lessons are designed to assist teachers in implementing eSmart Digital Licence+ in their classroom by scaffolding students' understanding and then putting their new eSmart skills to use in the real world.

The Alannah & Madeline Foundation is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to keeping children and young people free from violence and trauma wherever they live, learn and play.

Level of teacher scaffolding: Medium - support student discussion and assist students logging into and using the eSmart DL+ system for the first time.

Protecting Yourself Online

Social media allows for greater interaction in the education community. It can also be a challenging space if you are not fully aware of how to protect your privacy on popular social platforms. This course will explore the practical steps you can take to protect yourself (and your professional identity) in the online environment.