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Video summary

Jamie Campbell explains the importance of talking to someone, and how it makes you feel better. He says it will be awkward for students to talk with parents about a weird video students they may have seen online, but it's important to remember that staying quiet may makes things worse. Starting a conversation with a trusted adult will enable them to guide you through it.

Top tips and advice on what to do if you see something upsetting online

Often things can just pop up on your phone without warning. If something online has upset, worried or scared you, don’t panic, there are things you can do.

1. Remember you are in control

If you see something you don’t like, don’t click on it. If it pops up when you’re watching a video, close it down. If you are sent a nasty message or a challenge online, delete it.

2. Block and report it

If you see upsetting content online, block the user it came from, and report them on the platform you are using. An adult can help if you’re not sure how to do this.

3. Don't pass it on

This is how horrible challenges or messages are spread around. If what you’ve seen makes you feel worried or unhappy - don’t send it on to others.

4. Check device and privacy settings

Make sure your device and privacy settings are correctly set up. Don’t accept friends you don’t know in real life, and never give out personal information such as your location.

5. It's not real

Challenge videos saying that bad stuff will happen if you don’t complete certain tasks, can be really scary. They are NOT real. Don’t take part. Even with ‘fun’ challenges that aren’t going to cause you harm – you don’t have to do them. Never feel like you have to do anything you don’t want to do.

6. Tell an adult

Talking through anything that’s distressing you with someone you trust, such as a teacher or a parent, can really help.

7. Further help

If you’re worried about anything you’ve seen when using the internet or apps you can contact Childline 24 hours a day, online and over the phone on 0800 1111.

Video: 1min 36 secs
Article: 1min read

Learning objectives

(from the set out by the UK Council for Internet Safety)

• ‘I can explain how people can represent themselves in different ways online’

• ‘I can describe issues online that could make anyone feel sad, worried, uncomfortable or frightened. I know & can give examples of how to get help, both on & offline’

• ‘I can explain the importance of asking until I get the help needed’

• ‘I can describe positive ways for someone to interact with others online & understand how this will positively impact on how others perceive them’

Glossary

• Challenge video: a type of online video posted on social media that challenges you to carry out specific tasks
• Block: to cut off online communication with someone: they cannot contact you or see your posts and you can’t see theirs
• Digital Platform: a digital service that provides an online place or system with tools and apps
• Content: the material that people put online – including video, text, image, animation, sound
• Device: a machine designed and built to carry out specific tasks – often used to mean electronic or digital device
• Privacy Settings: the settings on an app or platform that control who can contact you, see your profile and posts, tag you etc

Topic introductions and starters

Before the video:

• Ask pupils to write down their current understanding of the key phrases & words from the glossary

After the video:

• Check new understanding of the key vocabulary & correct any misconceptions – note any other non-technical words that might need clarification and make a class glossary

• Rewatch the video and note down the main points raised using a note taking grid with the headings from the article

Discussion Points

• Does horrible stuff sometimes get more likes online?’

To get attention…to get likes…to make them look cool…

• Is it better to post positive things that are fun and make people look good?

But horrible stuff gets more likes…

• Have you ever heard of anything actually happening to someone as a result of not doing an online challenge?

Don’t believe rumours…people only say this kind of thing to get attention… you can check to see if it is a hoax online…

• Should you feel bad about blocking someone? Blocking them takes away their control and gives it back to you…**

• Why is it a good idea to speak to a trusted adult when you’re upset by something online? It’s better to ask for adult help before things get out of hand…try explaining that you didn’t look for this stuff on purpose…**

Roleplay

• In pairs or small groups try giving advice to a friend who has seen something upsetting. Use the article heading cards as prompts for the conversation

Fillers and fast finisher activities

• Create illustrations for the 7 heading cards used in the article – use pencil and paper or digital media tools
• Use the glossary words and other relevant vocabulary to make a wordsearch using a blank wordsearch template
• Write a version of the article for younger children and/or for parents/older family members, changing the tone, vocabulary and image style to style to suit the different the different audiences

Signposting potential homework activities

• Share the video with friends & family & discuss any experiences they have had with the issues raised.
• Create a crossword using the glossary words and any others to share with classmates back in school
• Write a song or poem using the heading titles as the first line of each verse

If your students need support

You should always tell someone about the things you’re worried about. You can tell a friend, parent, guardian, teacher, or another trusted adult. If you're struggling with your mental health, going to your GP can be a good place to start to find help. Your GP can let you know what support is available to you, suggest different types of treatment and offer regular check-ups to see how you’re doing.

If you’re in need of in-the-moment support you can contact , where you can speak to a counsellor. Their lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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