Definition/clarification of the law

This lesson will focus on providing a definition of the law in relation to the sending of images. If this is a sensitive topic to you, we recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

Definition/clarification of the law

This lesson will focus on providing a definition of the law in relation to the sending of images. If this is a sensitive topic to you, we recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Definition of an 'indecent' image
  2. Criminality of taking/streaming/possessing indecent (sexual) images

Content guidance

  • Contains references to sexual or domestic abuse.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

Licence

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5 Questions

Q1.
Can sharing an explicit image of someone be classified as bullying?
No
Correct answer: Yes
Q2.
If you are under 16, sending explicit images to another under 16 is within the law?
Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
It's only men that share explicit images?
Correct answer: False
True
Q4.
If someone asks me to send an explicit image I should...
Send them the image.
Correct answer: Tell them I don't want to and that it is my choice whether I do or not.
Q5.
Is watching pornography with someone under the age of 18 illegal?
No
Correct answer: Yes

Lesson appears in

UnitRSHE (PSHE) / Online and media: Indecent image sharing

RSHE (PSHE)