Defying the Digital Dilemma

Overview

In this lesson, students reflect on their social media habits and how these affect their health and well-being. They learn about the connection between wellness and online life, then create personal guidelines for mindful social media use. To conclude, students share their stories to inspire others to engage more thoughtfully in the digital world.

After this lesson, students will be able to...

  • critically reflect on their own habits and experiences with social media platforms.
  • identify and compare when to employ healthy habits to maintain a more balanced life on social media platforms.
  • understand ways in which they can take creative action to advocate for healthy, safe, and ethical communication and consumption online.
  • Standards:  

    SHAPE America National Health Education Standards

  • Time:

    60 minutes