Internet Safety

Internet Safety WebQuest
Mr. Bucci - Technology 8
Pomona Middle School
www.bucciteacher.com

Introduction
Breaking News.....
After an emergency meeting of the PTA committee the parents of Pomona Middle School have banned the use of the Internet at school! After a unanimous vote to put a hold on all Internet activities the parents of Pomona Middle School students vow that they will never again allow their students to be put in danger by giving them access to the Internet. These parents believe that the Internet is nothing more than an unsafe playground. After much pleading for the students by their computer teachers, the parents have agreed to meet again next week for a final vote. Will the Internet be banned forever? Or can the students of Pomona Middle School change their future?

Task
Your parents are trying to ban the Internet! It is up to you and your teammates to make sure that does not happen. You need to prove to your parents that you understand how to be safe on the Internet and you will only have one chance to do so. At the next PTA meeting, you and your team will present a multimedia presentation that covers Internet Safety. To accomplish this goal you and your team will each choose a different role and gather information about different aspects of the Internet. You must become an expert in your area so that you are able to persuade your parents to vote in favor of allowing the Internet back into the classroom. You and your group must compile the information you find into a 10 minute presentation that focuses on Internet Safety. You must also compile a list of the top 10 rules for staying safe on the Internet that will be displayed in every class on campus as a reminder to "Play It Safe" on the Internet.

1. As a group review the following roles. Then determine which role each member of your team will play. Click on the different roles for a more detailed explanation.

Spammer Sally Netiquette Nelly

Surfer Steve Chatty Chris

2. Record your assignments on the Role Sheet. Turn this sheet into your teacher.

3. As a group look over the rubrics to make sure you understand exactly what is expected of you.

4. Return to the role which you have been assigned and review what is expected for your person. Make sure and look over the questions related to your topic. Think about the Big 6 steps that we need to use as we encounter a problem.

5. Use the resources provided in your area to answer your specific questions. Think about any other possible questions parents might have about this area or topic. Keep track of where you find the information you are using for you answers. Also make sure to keep an eye out for possible additions to your Top 10 List of ways to stay safe on the internet.

6. After you have all your questions answered discuss as a group what type of Multimedia presentation you want to create. Remember it can be made in Powerpoint.

7. Each member of the group must create at least two slides pertaining to their area of expertise. Make sure that your presentations are uniform, same background, font, etc.

8. As a group compile your list of the Top 10 ways to stay safe on the internet.

9. Split into two groups of two. One group needs to create a poster showcasing your Top 10 list and the other group needs to compile your slides into one presentation. Make sure and follow the rubrics so you include all that is required.

10. Make sure everything is ready for your presentation. Make sure and quiz the other members of your group to make sure they can answer questions about their topic. Fill out the group Evaluation sheets and turn them in to the teacher.

11. Present your findings. Good luck!

What am I responsible for?

Each student will be responsible for completing the following items:

    1. Individual questions from your role.
    2. A group evaluation for each member of your team, your self included.
    3. Creating at least two slides for your multimedia project.
   4. Presenting a portion of your multimedia presentation.
    5. Becoming an expert in your area in order to present your findings and answer questions about your topic.

What is my group responsible for?

Each group must complete the following:

    1. A completed role sheet
    2. A multimedia presentation that is at least 8 slides long and follows the criteria listed on the rubric.
    3. Present their project in a way that will persuade their audience to vote in favor of keeping the Internet in school.
    4. A poster identifying the groups Top 10 ways to stay safe on the Internet

How will it be graded?

    Role Questions

        1. Each student must turn in a paper with questions and answers listed
        2. Each question is worth five points
        3. There are a total of 40 points possible for this portion of the project.

    Multimedia Project/Presentation

        1. Review rubric for exact criteria

    Top 10 Poster

       1. Review rubric for exact criteria

    Group Work

       1. Each group member will be evaluated by the other members of the group.
        2. Each student will complete a self evaluation of how they worked in their group.
        3. Each student will complete an evaluation for each member of the group
        4. Review rubric for exact criteria.

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Conclusion

Congratulations!! Your presentation worked. Your parents were so impressed with your knowledge of the internet that they agreed to allow it back in the classrooms. All they asked for was that you continue to learn more about the different aspects of the internet. Great job!

Now it is time to show off more of what you know. Try out a few of the activities below to see if you have really learned what it means to be safe on the Internet!