The online world: How should we communicate online?

Exploring ways people communicate online and understanding the importance of safe and respectful online behaviours. 

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Unit outcomes

Pupils who are secure will be able to:

  • Identify what the internet can be used for.
  • Identify the benefits and challenges of online and in-person communication.
  • Communicate respectfully and appropriately in an online environment.
  • Recognise that disrespectful online communication can have a negative impact on others.
  • Identify some types of online bullying behaviour.
  • Choose whether to accept a friend request in an online game.
  • Recognise that some online features are not suitable for all ages.
  • Role-play how to report concerns about bullying, upsetting content or contact from strangers online to a trusted adult.

Please note that Lesson 4 may take longer than 45 minutes and involves taking screenshots on devices. Refer to the Before the lesson section in Lesson 4 to prepare for the lesson. 

Suggested prior learning

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Teacher video: LKS2 The online world overview

An overview of 'The online world' key area in Lower key stage 2.
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Lessons

Lesson 1: How do we communicate online?

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Lesson 2: How can we be respectful when we communicate online?

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Lesson 3: How can communication online sometimes be misunderstood?

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Lesson 4: How should I respond to online bullying?

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Lesson 5: Why do we need to be careful when communicating online?

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Lesson 6: How can I keep myself safe online?

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Key skills

Key skills

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Key vocabulary

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Knowledge organiser – RSE & PSHE Y3: How should we communicate online?

Aimed at pupils, a single page which gives key facts and definitions from the unit.

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Vocabulary display – RSE & PSHE Y3: How should we communicate online?

A display version of the vocabulary for the unit 'How should we communicate online?'

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Cross-curricular opportunities

Computing.

English: Spoken language.

British values: Mutual respect.

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