Lesson
Safe Online Interactions
Summary
Online friends aren't real friends—they're strangers wearing a friendly filter. Explore how predators manipulate trust through flattery and secrecy, and learn the simple steps to block, document, and report unsafe behavior.
Bellringer: Friend or Stranger?
- Display the scenario slide and have students jot a quick written response
- Cold-call 2-3 students to share their reasoning before moving on
Instruction
- Walk through the Hot Take, Behind the Avatar, and Unverified slides
- Introduce manipulation tactics and the block/report/tell action steps
Discussion: Do You Still Tell an Adult?
- Pose the blocking question and let students debate in small groups
- Bring the class back together to surface differing viewpoints
Activity: Internet Safety Module
- Have students begin the Internet Safety game individually or in pairs
- Circulate to answer questions and note common wrong turns for later discussion
Wrap-Up & Assessment
- Name two trusted adults you can talk to if an online interaction feels unsafe.
- Give one example of "boundary testing" that a bad actor might attempt online.
| Est. Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Bellringer: Friend or Stranger? |
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| 10 min | Instruction |
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| 5 min | Discussion: Do You Still Tell an Adult? |
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| 20 min | Activity: Internet Safety Module |
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| 5 min | Wrap-Up & Assessment |
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Lesson Prep
Internet Safety
Students navigate online safety scenarios involving privacy, phishing, and scams.
Class Presentation
Includes a 15-slide deck with teacher notes. Present from Banzai, download a PDF, or copy it to Google Slides.
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Unit 2: Internet Safety
Online Shopping Scams
Forty-five dollars can feel like a steal — until you realize you just handed it to a criminal. This lesson breaks down the most common online scams targeting teens and gives students a concrete action plan for what to do when a deal turns into a theft.
Safe Online Interactions
Online friends aren't real friends—they're strangers wearing a friendly filter. Explore how predators manipulate trust through flattery and secrecy, and learn the simple steps to block, document, and report unsafe behavior.
Devices & Networks
A cracked phone screen isn't the only way your device betrays you — unencrypted Wi-Fi and outdated software leave the door wide open for scammers. This lesson explores malware, network attacks, and the everyday habits that keep devices and data secure.
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