an online place: for example, a news page, a gaming site or a video streaming service

a word or picture that takes you to a new place if you click or tap it

something designed to sell something to you; this is often shortened to ad or advert

an application on a phone or tablet: for example, we can use apps to play games, chat to people, watch videos or explore the online world

Understanding what we see online

RSHE (PSHE)

This unit gives students the skills to understand elements of the online world, such as advertising misinformation and the motivations of content creators.

Media influence: What is fake news?

Depiction of scary, confusing or unsettling events or characters placed in danger, including creation of a scary atmosphere through the use of music and sound.

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of distress or humiliation e.g. bullying.

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

What feature would you use to find information on a website?

an online place, for example, a news page or a gaming site

something designed to sell something to you

What is the main purpose of online advertisements? 

If you see something online which makes you feel upset or unsafe, you should ... 

A {{}} adult is someone who you would trust. 

Which of these are possible examples of adults you might trust?

an online place, for example, a news page, a gaming site or a streaming service

a single web page with information on a particular topic

Which of the following is the definition of a website?

Which of the following activities might you do online?

Which of these devices is likely to be online?

a device which is not designed to be carried around

a small device used to make calls and communicate

Match the word to the correct definition.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Understanding what we see online

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.