7D+Brandes,+Kellie

Objective
The students will understand the importance of and creatively demonstrate essential rules and boundaries for blogging safely.

Technology
At the conclusion of the lesson, students will have the opportunity to access the internet, and different blog sites such as [|Wordpress], [|Xanga], and [|Kidblog] for research purposes only. Actual blog accounts will be set up at a later date when the blogging project begins.
 * computers with internet access (enough for one per blogging group)
 * iMovie, Keynote/Powepoint, Word/Pages applications (for creation of student presentations)
 * video and digital cameras (for creation of student presentations)
 * projector/large screen monitor for teacher demos, video clips, and student presentations (if necessary)

Expected Behavior
The students are expected to watch and listen attentively to the teacher and accompanying video clips, taking notes when necessary to assist in preparation for a brief presentation of what has been learned about online presence and blogging safely.

Process
The teacher will introduce the lesson with the following video clip: [|Everyone Knows Your Name] With the class (on the large screen), complete [|Tracking Teresa] (video and middle school activity) from [|Netsmartz.org] The teacher will present a short slide show, detailing both general online safety tips, and those specific to blogging. Real life scenarios of cyber bullying and internet dangers will be shared with the class. This may include stories read aloud and videos. The class will discuss the information, suggesting possible ways to creatively share and teach the rules and boundaries covered. The students, in their blogging groups, will create a presentation detailing one or more ways to keep safe on the internet, and while blogging. In the presentations, students should include a method for reporting inappropriate content and/or behavior to the teacher. The student groups may create a movie, Keynote or Powepoint presentation, or word processing document (essay). The presentations will be shared with the rest of the class.

Sources
[|Netsmartz.org] [|Blogging Safety] [|Langwitches Blog]