Learning objective

  • To understand what the internet is and how it can help us.

Success criteria

  • I can explain what the internet is.
  • I can
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Statutory guidance

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Internet safety and

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Attention grabber

Show the children the prepared applications and websites. Arrange the children in pairs or small groups and give them some time to discuss the following questions:

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support

Should focus on tools they are familiar with when discussing what has changed with the invention of the internet. 

Pupils working at greater depth

Should think about the negatives of online activities as well as the positives.

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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: demonstrating an understanding of the

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Vocabulary definitions

  • internet

    A global network of devices that are connected with each other.

  • streaming

    A method of sharing data on the internet, especially audio and video.

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