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Communications: Emojis, Text-talk and Phishing

Topics Year 4/5

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Objectives

Computing

  • Be responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication technology.
  • Evaluate and apply information technology, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems.

Lesson Planning

Reflect on the phrase ‘Think before you send’; consider the meaning and importance of emojis and text-talk; understand and spot the features of phishing emails.

Teaching Outcomes:

  • To consider the impact of electronic communication content.
  • To explore the meaning of emojis and text-talk and their impact when communicating.
  • To identify features of phishing emails.

Children will:

  • Consider the phrase ‘Think before you send’ and the possible impact of emojis and text-talk.
  • Explore the meaning of emojis and text-talk/abbreviations.
  • Identify the features and implications of a phishing email.

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