Learning Goal: Applying digital literacy to human rights.
TASK
SUGGESTED LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Gather
• Digital Literacy and Research
• Digital Tools as Active Citizenship • What do these terms mean? Why are they important when looking at human rights? Why are they important when researching
Synthesize
• Students will watch video: • How does “Fake” News Become News?
• Reflection questions for circle:
1. What might you do if your family, friends or classmates post fake news on social media?
2. What are steps you can take to evaluate news stories?
3. Is fake news legitimate as free speech? Does the right to free speech include the right to spread false information? Consideration: Book the computer lab or portable devices for the next lesson.
