In this Internet session, we are going to learn more about the Internet and how to use it safely!!
Vocational Focus
Internet Workshop
Activity 1: Create a network-What is the Internet?
- Tie the string around your arm and through the string ball to someone to do the same.
- Make sure that you link everybody up.
- Make eye contact before linking up. Warn them you are linking up!
- Now lift your arms and pull
- What do you learn from this exercise?
- What is the internet?
- ITEs: Please take photos of the network and make sure nobody gets injured
Activity 2: Digital identity
- Search for yourself and the person to your left on the internet?
- Did you find yourself, your maatjie/friend on the internet?
- Evaluate if what you see is:
- Professional?
- Explicit or too revealing?
- Discuss the down side of NOT being visible on the internet.
- Career prospects (recruiters stalk possible employees)
- Someone else creating your digital footprint.
- Ask AI (Chatgpt) how you can
- be safe on then internet
- Create a professional online digital foot print.
- Do a short summary (in your own words and language) as a comment below this post. Remember to add your full name and school.
Activity 3: What do you know about the Internet Game
- Your facilitator will share the game login code with you. Go to:
https://play.blooket.com and wait for the code. - Rules:
- Answer the multiple choice questions as carefully and fast as you can to earn gold
- Steal gold from your fellow gamers
- The one with the most gold win
- The one with the most correct answers win
Getting your Basic Internet Certificate
Check how many of the following criteria you have already mastered! You may not have enough time to complete this activity during this workshop session and have to complete it in your own time. You have to:
- Email your certificate to your facilitator and Nqaba (nonqabac@kilt.org.za) and cc gr12poe@klearning.co.za
- Upload your certificate to your G-Drive folder. Your ITE will share the link with you and show you how to do it.
The criteria for the Internet Badge are as follows:
- Able to use a search engine to perform a search for information.
- Can find specific information using keywords.
- Can bookmark a website.
- Can organise bookmarks in a web browser
application. - Can find and install add-ons for a web-browser.
E.g. o Adblock and o Print-Friendly - Can save/download web pages/files found online.
- Can share files/information via mail, social media etc.
- Know how to manage your digital footprint
- Can stay safe online (know what phishing is)
- Can identify fake news, hoaxes
- Know how to use AI responsibly
- Get the GFCGlobal Internet certificate Activity 3
Badge Activities
Activity one (ALL)
- Sign into your account on the GFCGlobal platform
- Complete the Word GCFGlobal course. Make sure that you make notes as you go along. Watch the videos and complete the tasks within the course.
- Complete the Basic Internet Course assessment and download the certificate.
- Save it in your POE folder with the file name internetbadge_YournameYoursurname.pdf e.g. internetbadgeMaggieVerster.pdf.
- Upload your certificate to your school G-drive folder (ask your ITE for the POE link).
- Create an email applying the necessary email etiquette and send your Internet certificate to the following email addresses, as well as your instructor.
- Grade 12s: gr12poe@klearning.co.za and cc Nqaba (nonqabac@kilt.org.za)
- Grade 11s: gr11poe@klearning.co.za and cc (nonqabac@kilt.org.za)
Safe guard on digital online profile
have limited accounts on the internet
be cautious with the internet
read the terms and conditions of policy of website
be aware of permissions that you give to apps
Creating a digital footprints
A digital footprint is the data that you create while using the internet the more that you visit websites the more that your digital footprint is created so in simple terms you create a digital footprint by the websites that you visit
How to be safe on the internet
to be safe on the internet you have to have a strong password which might include letters, numbers or symbols.
How to create a digital online profile?
You have to choose the right platforms depending on your industry, target audience and personal preference
You also have to be active and visible and show your personality
I’ve learnt that in order to stay safe on internet you have to encrypt your messages. Use passwords that are not easily accessable and do not share them with anyone. Close your accounts that are unused and review your privacy settings to prevent any security problems. Always backup your data and have recovery emails
Also , to create an online digital profile you first have to choose the right platform to create it on depending on your intentions with it. Give the appropriate information such as your name , age & where you are from . Highlight some additional information about you like your potential and capabilities , and achievements aswell. Keep everything up to date
How to be safe online ?
To ensure your safety online you need to create a strong passwords for all of your accounts . be careful and not to overshare online like sharing your personal details . All of your unused accounts must be closed to ensure your safety .Install reliable anti-virus software and enable security features on your device.
How to create a digital footprint ?
How you want to be perceived online must come into consideration. Ensure that all of your cookies are deleted and check your private settings . Then you can search yourself online and post positively.
I learnt about how can we stay safe on the internet by performing these simple, easy steps on the following;
1. We should try to not overshare or use social media negatively.
2. Be cautious when it comes to using public WIFI as hackers might exploit our personal, confidential information
3. Create strong passwords that include numbers, punctuations etc..
And as to how we can create an online digital footprint by considering how one wants to be perceived , posting things that impact people’s lives and deleting accounts that could harm your reputation.
To be safe on the internet ,you need to be careful and aware of all the dangerous aspects that comes with using it. Make sure to have a strong password that is not too predictable .
To create a safe online digital profile, you need to make sure u have a strong password. Do not post something that you will regret later, seeing that it will be online for a long period .
How to be safe on the internet?
1. Use end to end encrypted messaging apps.
Switch to using messages apps that offer end to end encryption, e.g. WhatsApp,signal & telegram.
2. Turn on encryption on your device or services.
Some devices or services will offer encryption, but set it as the default setting.
3. Use strong passwords.
Do not just use a default password, a simple guessable password, or a password that uses personal information, e.g. your pet’s name.
How to create a digital profile ?
Choose the right platform depending on target audience.
Optimize your profile.
Showcase your work.
1.SAFETY
Create a strong password so that you can keep your personal information limited.
Do not share unnecessary information.
2.DIGITAL PROFILE
Use different platforms to build your profile
Highlight what makes you different from other competitors
I have learned that in order for an individual to stay safe from digital threat one should first keep one’s confidential details a secret and also if you have logged in a device that is none other than your own when you are finished with it you should always remember to log out of your email. I have also learned that one should create a strong password by mixing words with numbers so that it may be difficult for someone to decipher it.
If you want to create a digital profile you should identify your target audience depending on it that will determine the website you should use , be real and authentic and always remember to interact with your audience
How to be safe online : create a unique password
Close unused account
Do not talk to strangers
Be careful when using public WiFi
Enable security features on your device
How to create a safe digital profile :Check out a site’s privacy settings
Create a strong password
Protect your personal information-
do not post personal information
like your phone number
How to be safe online : create a unique password
Close unused account
Do not talk to strangers
Be careful when using public Wi-Fi
Enable security features on your device
How to create a safe digital profile :Check out a site’s privacy settings
Create a strong password
Protect your personal information-
do not post personal information
like your phone number
firstly you should create a strong , unique password which no one should not know about , after , you should not share your internet information with anyone , and lastly you should be careful of what you post and share on the internet .
for a professional digital footprint you must not post your personal information on social media unless it is benefitial , you should delete the old internet or social media accounts you are not using , and lastly you should not post negative comment and reviews .
You can be safe online by making sure not to save your password and not using your name as your password because it can be easily guessed. Make sure that you post appropriate things in your digital profile because posting inappropriate things may put in a bad review when you are trying to find a job and the employer is looking at your profile. Speak more about your capabilities and potentials.
How to be safe online : create a unique password
Close unused account
Do not talk to strangers
Be careful when using public Wi-Fi
Enable security features on your device
How to create a safe digital profile :Check out a site’s privacy settings
Pay attention to privacy settings
Protect your personal information-
do not post personal information
like your phone number
You can ensure online safety by creating an unpredictable password containg symbols,words, and numbers. Do not share your personal information. Create new backups frequently for your personal data. Never trust public WIFI security. Most of all try to limit technology use.
To create a digital online profile you must have an appropriate picture of yourself and have a small description of yourself about the most interesting details of you. Advertise or show off your skills. Show off your work experience. Be careful of the things you post on ever platform you use.
HOW TO BE SAFE ONLINE
To be safe online you have to create a strong unique password for all your accounts, do not overshare on social media, enable security features on your devices and accounts. Make sure to close unused accounts
HOW TO CREATE AN ONLINE DIGITAL PLATFORM
To create an online digital platform you have choose a website builder, get a domain name, choose a theme for your site, add pages to your site and write content
HOW TO BE SAFE ON THE INTERNET
When creating a password it must be a strong password that is not easy to guess, you can do this by mixing numbers and letters when you are creating a password
HOW TO CREATE AN ONLINE DIGITAL ACCOUNT
.Firstly you must go to the website of the service you want to create an account for
.Press the “sign up” or the create “account button”
.Fill in your personal information the way you are directed to fill them on that certain website
.Create a username and a password not just any password but a strong password for your account
.Lastly before agreeing with the terms of service and privacy policy you should go through them first
HOW TO BE SAFE ON THE INTERNET?
In order for you to be safe on the internet you need to create a unique , strong password. Try to not overshare your personal details, share only what is necessary. Secure your device and accounts. Close unused accounts to avoid getting hacked.
HOW TO CREATE A DIGITAL ONLINE PROFILE?
Choose the right platform. Be the first to add your personal experience. Add a good photo. Show some of your work. Monitor and improve your profile.