ApplyWiseME

Online Course

Module 6: Apply this knowledge to your area

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Level - Intermediate

Welcome Teachers!

Apply this knowledge to your area

This module is designed to introduce adolescents aged 12-17 to the concepts of disinformation and fake news, through an understanding of information disorders. It aims to equip them with the critical thinking skills needed to identify and evaluate information, and to promote responsible digital citizenship.

STRUCTURE

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OBJECTIVES

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PART 1: HOW CAN WE MAKE SOCIAL MEDIA WORK FOR US IN THE CLASROOM?

Benefits, challenges and effective strategies

PART 2: Implementing a personal learning environment (PLE) using social media

Implementing PLE using social media in the classroom can create an engaging and effective learning scenario.

Here’s how teachers can manage this approach while maintaining a dedicated class social media account:

 

Setting up the PLE

(personal learning environment)

Implementing the PLE

(personal learning environment)

Managing the PLE.

PART 3: USING OUR PLE IN SOCIAL MEDIA TO COMBAT DISINFORMATION

Implementing a Personal Learning Environment (PLE) in social media is essential for combating disinformation, especially since many students already use these platforms.

 

 

Educators must address this in the classroom. Here’s how teachers can implement this approach effectively:

PART 4: PROJECT AND ACTIVITIES TO INSPIRE YOU

Let yourself be inspired!

The following interactive video might inspire you for Instagram and TikTok activities your students can engage in.

 

Congratulations on completing Module 6!

Continue reaching your goals!