Task 2 : Caught in the Web Pre-viewing Activities

Introductory Question:

1. "What are some of the words that you think of when you hear the word 'Internet'?"
   
   
2. Record responses using a graphic organizer. (e.g. mind map, word wall).
   
   
3. Introduce words that may not have been offered by students in class discussion:
   • cache, chat, cookie, download, email, netiquette, search engine, ID theft, IM, Blog, Web cams, P2P, IP address, VC, Firewall, personal information, virus; and, Reference Glossary of Terms

Supplementary Question

1. "In the past month, what are some of the things that you have done on the Internet?"
   
   
2. Use student responses as a springboard for discussion of various aspects of Internet use:
   • chat rooms and messaging software (e.g. MSN);
   • email;
   • MySpace, Facebook, Flicker;
   • games;
   • determine validity
     

Suggested Activity

1. Create an Internet Safety poster for people your age.
   
   
2. Create a brochure for your classmates on Internet Safety.
   

Adaptations

Preview of vocabulary for ESL/ESD or Exceptional Students can take place prior to this lesson.