PERCEPTION ONLINE
What is a digital footprint?
Everything you leave behind online (posts, likes, comments, searches)
What is included in a digital footprint?
Posts, likes, comments, searches, and shared content
Who might view your online activity?
Friends, teachers, schools, and employers
What happens when a joke is misunderstood online?
It can make someone appear rude or offensive
What is online judgment usually based on?
Limited information from posts or activity
Why might people misinterpret online posts?
Because they lack tone, context, and full information
Can deleted posts still exist online?
Yes, they can be saved, screenshotted, or archived
How can social media affect school life?
It can lead to consequences or shape how teachers/students see you
What is the risk of someone reposting your photo without context?
It can change how people interpret the situation
Why is online identity incomplete?
Because it only shows selected parts of a person’s life
Give one example of how a post could be misunderstood.
A joke being taken seriously or an angry comment seen as personal
What creates a digital footprint?
Any online activity or interaction
How can posts affect future jobs?
Employers may judge character based on online content
What could happen if someone leaves an angry comment online?
It could damage their reputation or cause conflict
What is a digital reputation?
How others perceive you based on your online activity
Why does context matter online?
Because without context, people may assume the wrong meaning
Why is your digital footprint permanent?
Because content can be stored or shared even after deletion
Why do schools care about online behavior?
Because it can affect safety, respect, and school environment
Why is a screenshot of a post important?
Because it can be shared permanently even if deleted
Why should you think before posting?
Because posts can have long-term consequences
How can one post affect how others see you?
It can shape someone’s opinion of you without knowing the full story
What is the biggest risk of an unmanaged digital footprint?
It can harm your reputation or future opportunities
What is one long-term consequence of poor online choices?
Lost opportunities for jobs, schools, or relationships
What should you do before posting something emotional?
Pause, think about consequences, and consider who will see it
How are online actions connected to future outcomes?
They can influence school, job, and social opportunities