Lesson Plan

Crossing the Line: Sexting

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Technology may be changing every day, but peer pressure remains difficult for teenagers to resist. After watching a video about feeling pressured to text provocative pictures, middle schoolers learn about the laws and school policy concerning sexting. They also discuss whether or not it's more challenging to be a girl or a boy online.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Include in a peer counseling session when teaching kids to be empathetic 
  • Have pupils design and post advisory signs about the dangers of sexting
Classroom Considerations
  • Some words and phrases may be unfamiliar to those outside Britain
  • Be sure that your class is capable of discussing sensitive issues in a mature way
Pros
  • Offers suggestions for apps to help control sexting
  • Addresses a current issue that many of your class members may be dealing with
Cons
  • None