Online Privacy and Protection

LESSON PLAN

Subject:	Digital Technologies
Class:	JSS 3
Term:	Second Term
Week:	8
Topic:	Online Privacy & Protection
Duration:	80 Minutes (Double Period)
Date/Period:	________________________

Instructional Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Explain the meanings of online privacy and online protection.
2. Identify personal information that should be protected online.
3. Describe ways of protecting private information on the internet.
4. Identify common forms of digital theft and online fraud.
5. Explain safe practices for using websites, applications and online services.
6. Describe appropriate actions to take when an online account is compromised.

Instructional Materials

• Computer system or smartphone.
• Internet connection, where available.
• Charts showing examples of online threats and safety practices.
• Sample screenshots of suspicious messages or phishing attempts.
• Whiteboard and markers.

Previous Knowledge

Students have basic knowledge of internet communication, social media, email and online collaboration.

Reference Materials

• JSS 3 Digital Technologies lesson note on Online Privacy & Protection.
• Teacher's instructional materials on online safety and digital security.

Presentation

Stage/Time	Teacher's Activities	Students' Activities
Introduction 10 minutes	The teacher asks students to mention personal information they use when creating online accounts. The teacher presents examples of information that should remain private and introduces online privacy and protection.	Students identify personal information and explain why some details should not be shared publicly.
Step 1: Meaning and Importance 10 minutes	The teacher defines online privacy and online protection. The teacher explains how protecting personal information helps prevent identity theft, account misuse, fraud and unwanted contact.	Students define the terms and state reasons why online privacy is important.
Step 2: Protecting Private Information 15 minutes	The teacher explains strong and unique passwords, two-factor authentication, privacy settings, avoiding oversharing, checking website addresses and keeping devices updated.	Students list protective measures and explain how these practices help keep accounts and information secure.
Step 3: Online Threats and Digital Theft 15 minutes	The teacher explains phishing, identity theft, account theft, online scams, malware and unauthorised sharing of private information. The teacher presents examples of suspicious messages and fraudulent requests.	Students identify common online threats and suggest ways to recognise and avoid them.
Step 4: Safe Online Practices 10 minutes	The teacher discusses safe browsing, using trusted download sources, logging out of shared computers, avoiding suspicious links and verifying requests for money or personal information.	Students explain safe practices for using social media, email, websites and shared devices.
Step 5: Responding to Security Problems 10 minutes	The teacher explains what to do if an account is compromised: change the password, review account activity, end unfamiliar sessions, enable two-factor authentication and contact the service provider. The teacher also explains when to seek help from a trusted adult.	Students describe the steps they would take if they noticed suspicious account activity or received a phishing message.
Class Activity 5 minutes	The teacher presents short scenarios involving suspicious prize messages, requests for OTPs and strangers requesting private photographs. Students are asked to identify the safest response.	Students discuss each scenario and explain how they would protect themselves.
Evaluation and Conclusion 5 minutes	The teacher asks questions to assess understanding, corrects misconceptions and summarises the lesson.	Students answer the questions and mention important online safety practices.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is online privacy?
2. Explain online protection.
3. List five examples of personal information that should be protected.
4. State four ways of protecting private information online.
5. What is phishing?
6. Mention three examples of online threats.
7. What should you do if you suspect that your online account has been compromised?

Assignment

1. Write ten rules for protecting personal information online.
2. Explain five common online threats and give one example of each.
3. Describe what you would do if someone sent you a message requesting your password or OTP.

Board Summary

• Online privacy: Controlling how personal information is collected, used and shared online.
• Online protection: Measures taken to secure personal information, accounts and digital devices.
• Protective measures: Strong unique passwords, two-factor authentication, privacy settings and regular updates.
• Online threats: Phishing, identity theft, account theft, malware and online scams.
• Safe practices: Avoid suspicious links, verify requests, protect passwords and log out of shared devices.
• Compromised account: Change the password, review account activity and seek appropriate assistance.

Conclusion

The teacher concludes that online privacy and protection are essential for safe internet use. Students should protect personal information, recognise suspicious activities and practise responsible digital behaviour.