G6 Digital Drama Unplugged

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How can we de-escalate digital drama so it doesn't go too far?

Essential Question

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Learning Objectives

Reflect on how easily drama can escalate online.

Identify de-escalation strategies for dealing with
digital drama.

Reflect on how digital drama can affect not only
oneself but also those around us.

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1.

Respect others' viewpoints.

2.

Don't interrupt.

3.

Assume positive intent.

4.

Disagree respectfully.

Group-Discussion Norms

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How does drama—emotional conflict between people—happen online? Can you think of any examples?

Directions:

1.

Take a moment to think silently about this question.

2.

The teacher will indicate when it's time to share out with a partner.

WARM UP: THINK, PAIR, SHARE

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When people use devices, apps, or websites to start or further a conflict between people

Digital drama

KEY VOCABULARY

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ACTIVITY: TAKING THE LEAD

You will be completing a forum discussion.

You will presented with a scenario.

In the ManageBac discussion, you need to write a response from the perspective of at least two characters

Roles:
1.

Felicia

2.

Jen

3.

Jayden

4.

Mr. Adler

5.

Ally

Directions

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To lessen the intensity or anger in a conflict

De-escalate

KEY VOCABULARY

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Scenario

ACTIVITY: ACT-IT-OUT

1.An online newspaper wrote
a story about the success of
the local middle school and
used photos of students.

2.A student who wasn't
pictured posted the article
on social media with a
negative comment.

Mike B. @mikeyb25 • 1d
What about the rest of us? 🤷

Big Gains for
CS Middle
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3:30 PM • 14 Jan 19

Dee @delilah40 • 3h
Teachers pets smh

Brian C. @shootsnscores1 • 1h
Always jumping in front
of the camera.
#notsayinganynames

3.Other students followed
up with similar negative
comments.

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