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Sample Showcase Title Finding Your Way in Cyberspace Unit Summary T his unit will explore how young people today are using web technologies to communicate and socialise in cyberspace. As they communicate and explore the possibilities of new technologies, definitions of friendship, privacy, and behavioural norms are being redefined. For many young people this re-definition is taking place outside the values framework that shapes their real life social interactions. In this unit students will use web2.0 technologies and tools to investigate the advantages and disadvantages of this emerging online environment, explore the differences between this and face to face interactions and present their understanding of strategies that encourage and foster responsible online social interactions How can we act responsibly in cyberspace? How are online and F2F communications linked? Why is online social interaction important for young people? What do you do when things go wrong? || What is cyberbullying? What can you do about cyberbullying? What factors influence online behaviour? How can you protect yourself online? How do the concerns of parents and the concerns of young people differ? What are the possible consequences of irresponsible behaviour online? ||
 * Essential Question ||
 * How am I responsible? ||
 * Unit Questions ||
 * Why are parents and teachers concerned about online social interaction? (showing evidence)
 * Content Questions ||
 * What online behaviours can be considered irresponsible? (ranking tool?)