Netizens
What does the word "Netizen" mean?
A person who uses the internet actively. It is a digital citizen.
Mention one example of a global challenge
Climate change, drought, hunger, poverty, war, migration etc.
What is masculinity?
Society’s expectations about how “real men” should act (for example: strong, unemotional, dominant providers).
Name one important principle in a democracy.
Freedom of speech / equality / fair elections / rule of law
What is the term for the main idea/message in a story?
Theme.
What is fake news?
False or misleading information presented as news.
Mention one example of a personal challenge young people may face.
ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, eating disorders, bad self image, family issues, teenage pregnancy, loss etc.
What does the word "incel" stand for?
Involuntary celibate
What was the system of racial segregation and discrimination that was enforced in South Africa in the 1900's called?
Apartheid
What do we call the person who tells a story?
The narrator
What is an echo chamber?
An environment where people mostly see/hear opinions similar to their own
Can you mention the names of at least two people we heard about when we worked with the topic "challenges"?
Greta Thunberg, Jamie Oliver, Michael Phelps, Alex from "Maid"
What was the name of the Netflix miniseries we watched where a 13 year old boy was accused of killing a girl?
Adolescence
Why is freedom of speech important in a democracy?
It allows people to share opinions and criticize leaders without risking prosecution or punishment.
What are the names of the three short storis we read in class?
The Drover's Wife, Once Upon A Time, The Stolen Party
Give one reason why it is important to check the source of information before sharing it online.
To avoid spreading fake news, mis- or disinformation, to avoid scammers. To maintain your own credibility.
Give a brief summary of the Netflix series Maid.
Maid was about a young woman named Alex, who ran away from an abusive husband, to start a better life for herself and her 2-year old daughter Maddy. She faced a lot of obstacles when dealing with the social welfare system in the US, struggling to get a job and a place to live, while also fighting for custody for her daughter, and dealing with a dysfunctional family.
What is the "Manosphere"?
It's a varied collection of websites, blogs, and online forums promoting masculinity, misogyny, and opposition to feminism.
What is bias?
Opinions based on prejudiced views. A tendency to believe that some people, ideas, etc., are better than others that usually results in treating some people unfairly.
What was the names of the two girls in "The Stolen Party" - the maid's daughter and the birthday girl?
Rosaura and Luciana
Explain how social media can have both positive and negative effects on democracy.
Positive: freedom of speech, share opinions, participate in online debates and campaigning, raise awareness of societal issues
Negative: misinformation and fake news quickly go viral which can cause confusion and harm, political polarization, voter manipulation etc.
Explain why challenges can sometimes help people grow stronger.
They build experience/confidence /problem-solving skills/ resilience/ perseverance/ determination
In what ways can communities like the "Manosphere" be both supportive and harmful at the same time?
Ideas about masculinity can be constructive or harmful, depending on how they are presented and perceived (role models can provide a sense of hope and belonging, but can also be problematic if they project hate/crime/discrimination or if they lack nuance and create echo chambers).
Explain the main issues addressed in the Netflix series "When They See Us".
Netflix's miniseries When They See Us explores systemic and institutional injustice through the true story of the "Exonerated Five" (formerly the Central Park Five). The series exposes multiple interconnected issues within the American legal and social systems, such as racial bias, media manipulation, and coercive interrogation tactics.
Explain the irony in "Once Upon A Time".
The parents tried to protect their child from outside danger (intruders, burglary, "foreigners"), but in the end their son was severely hurt from the safety measures they had put upon themselves (the barbed wire on top of the wall).