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Online in More Ways Than One

SecondaryYear 7 - 8TechnologyDigital TechnologiesSocialOnline safety

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These resources are part of the Digital Licence+ Education Resources, created in collaboration with the Alannah & Madeline Foundation.

This 3-lesson unit for Years 7 & 8, Online in the Real World, has been designed to

  • introduce students to the Internet of Things, exploring how interconnected devices affect daily life and analysing associated safety and privacy concerns
  • build foundational knowledge of eSafety, guiding students to confidently use and understand the eSmart Digital Licence+ platform
  • examine potential risks online, developing strategies to manage and mitigate digital safety threats
  • evaluate personal online presence and behaviours, empowering students to take control of their digital identities
  • analyse how connected devices affect our lives, reflecting on both the benefits and risks of increased connectivity
  • provide hands-on experience with the eSmart Digital Licence+ platform, supporting students in developing essential digital literacy and safety skills.

Students will examine the ways they might engage with digital technologies and explore strategies to stay safe and responsible online in the increasingly connected world. They’ll also use the eSmart Digital Licence+ program to enhance their digital literacy, gaining tools to navigate online environments confidently and responsibly.

Scroll down to explore each lesson or click the download button on the right-hand side of this unit to download the entire unit at once. ✨

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How much are we online really? More devices than you realise use the internet! Let’s take a look.

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    The Internet of Things
    SecondaryYear 7 - 8Health and Physical EducationHealthSocial

    Find Out

    Let’s get set up with our eSmart Digital Licence+ accounts and start exploring the system.

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    Becoming eSmart
    SecondaryYear 7 - 8TechnologyDigital TechnologiesSocial

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    Let’s put it into action! This section gives students the opportunity to have an impact on their local digital communities.

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    When the Internet Meets Real Life
    SecondaryYear 7 - 8TechnologyDigital TechnologiesSocial

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