Once you have opened the portfolio document, read the directions that instruct you to respond to the younger student’s questions.

Question

Read through the student’s questions, and consider how you will respond to them.

Complete the dialogue by typing each of your answers next to the word You.

Ensure that you explain what a cyber community is. Discuss why it is important to stay safe in an online community. Explain the importance of safety when watching online videos and friending others online. Use information from the articles that you read earlier in the lesson to share with this younger student.

Give your dialogue a title, and name the characters as well.

Remember to save your work. Click on the File tab, and in the File window select, Save As. In the Save As window, navigate to your EDTECH7 folder, located on your desktop, and click on it. Within the Unit 6 folder, save the document as Lesson 3 Cyber Community Dialogue. Keep the file open for the next portion of the lesson.

Directions: Below is a dialogue between you and a younger student. In this
dialogue, the younger student is asking you questions. You will notice that there is no
dialogue next to the word You. That is where you will write your responses to the
younger student.
Once you have responded to these questions, add follow-up questions, and answer
these follow-up questions. Include at least two follow-up questions.
Younger Student: What is a cyber community, and when am I a part of it?
You:
Younger Student: What do I do if my friend wants me to watch a video at my house?
You:
Younger Student: If my neighbor that I am friends with in real life wants to be my friend
online, is that OK?
You:
Younger Student: What do I do if someone wants to be my friend, and I don’t know who
the person is?
You:
Follow-up questions:

Answer 1

Title: Understanding Cyber Communities

Characters:

• You (the older student)
• Younger Student

Younger Student: What is a cyber community, and when am I a part of it?
You: A cyber community is a group of people who interact and communicate with each other through the internet. You are a part of it when you participate in online activities like social media, forums, or gaming platforms. In these spaces, you can share thoughts, ideas, and experiences with others, just like in a real community, but it's all done online.

Younger Student: What do I do if my friend wants me to watch a video at my house?
You: If your friend wants you to watch a video at your house, it's important to first check what the video is about. Make sure it's something age-appropriate and safe to watch. You could ask your friend why they want you to watch it and if they have watched it themselves. It's always good to stay safe and make sure the content is healthy for you and aligns with your values.

Younger Student: If my neighbor that I am friends with in real life wants to be my friend online, is that OK?
You: Yes, it's generally okay to add friends you know in real life online. However, you should still have a conversation about what types of things you both feel comfortable sharing online. Make sure they understand the importance of keeping personal information private.

Younger Student: What do I do if someone wants to be my friend, and I don’t know who the person is?
You: If someone you don’t know wants to be your friend online, it's best to be cautious. You shouldn't accept their friend request unless you feel sure that they are safe. You can talk to an adult about it, and they can help you decide what to do. Always prioritize your safety and trust your instincts.

Follow-up questions: Younger Student: How can I tell if a video is safe to watch?
You: You can check if the video comes from a trusted source, read comments to see if others found it appropriate, and watch it with an adult or a friend who can help you assess its safety.

Younger Student: What should I do if someone makes me uncomfortable online?
You: If anyone makes you feel uncomfortable online, you should tell a trusted adult immediately. They can help you figure out what to do next, whether it’s blocking the person or reporting them to the platform. It's important to remember that your safety always comes first!