How can I think critically about sharing personal information online? Students are constantly asked to share personal information online. But when is it safe to share, and when is it risky? In this lesson, students will learn and apply a practical framework for making smart decisions about their personally identifiable information (PII) to help protect their privacy and safety online. Objectives Define privacy and personally identifiable information (PII) Apply the Who/Why/What framework to evaluate situations that involve sharing PII Make informed decisions about sharing PII by considering context and potential impacts
Understanding Privacy and PII (00:00 - 00:40)
Definition of digital privacy as the right to keep personal life protected.
Explanation of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) including names, addresses, and phone numbers.
The Who, Why, and What Framework (00:40 - 01:25)
A three-step method for evaluating online requests for information.
Analyzing the source (Who), the purpose (Why), and the sensitivity of the data (What).
Impact and Informed Decision Making (01:25 - 02:00)
Discussion on the long-term consequences of sharing data online.
Empowering students to take control of their digital story by maintaining boundaries.