Think Before You Post
What should you do before posting something online?
Think about how it could affect yourself and others
What kind of password is stronger: “password123” or “T!ger91#blue”?
T!ger91#blue
What does it mean to “verify information”?
Check if it is true using trusted sources
What is a positive comment you could leave online?
Compliments, encouragement, supportive comments, etc.
What is digital footprint?
The record of what you do online
True or False: Deleting a post always removes it forever
False
What type of account helps control who sees your posts?
A private account
True or False: If it’s online, it must be true
False
True or False: Jokes that embarrass someone online can still hurt feelings
True
True or False: Colleges and employers may look at social media
True
Why is posting when angry usually a bad idea?
You may say something hurtful or embarrassing
Why should you avoid sharing your live location online?
It can be unsafe. You can be exposed to stalking, home address to strangers, and physical safety threats
What is clickbait?
Misleading titles or images used to get attention/clicks
What should you do if you see cyberbullying?
Report it, support the victim, tell a trusted adult
What kinds of things become part of your digital footprint?
Posts, comments, likes, photos, videos, searches, etc
What personal information should you avoid posting publicly?
Address, phone number, passwords, location, school schedule, etc.
What should you do if a stranger online asks for personal information?
Do not share it, block/report them and tell a trusted adult if necessary
What are two ways to check if information is reliable?
Check trusted websites, compare sources, check dates/authors, etc
Why is asking permission before posting someone’s picture important?
It respects their privacy and feelings
Why is having a positive digital footprint important?
It affects reputation and future opportunities
A friend sends you an embarrassing photo of another student and say “Post this!” What should you do?
Do not post it, respect others and avoid cyberbullying
Name two things you can do to keep your accounts safer
Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, private accounts, logging out, etc
A post says, “Schools are canceled tomorrow!!!” What should you do before sharing?
Check official sources first
How can social media be used in a positive way?
Spreading kindness, helping others, sharing achievements, raising awareness, etc
How can someone build a positive digital footprint?
Post respectfully, share achievements, avoid harmful content, think before posting, etc.