Lesson materials on harassment and bullying on social media

On this page you will find Someturva's lesson materials for schools.

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Someturva's materials are lesson plans for different age groups created by experts specialised in bullying and harassment on social media. In the materials, the topic is introduced and presented in a practical way together with the case examples. Each lesson plan consists of a video and a teacher's guide in a pdf format.

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The lessons and the curriculum of basic education

The lessons can be implemented, for example, as a part of the interdisciplinary learning modules.

The lessons support fulfilling the aims set for transversal skills and competences:

  • Thinking and learning to learn (L1)
  • Cultural competence, interaction and self-expression (L2)
  • Taking care of oneself and managing daily life (L3)
  • Multiliteracy (L4)
  • ICT competence (L5)
  • Working life competence and entrepreneurship (L6)
  • Participation, involvement and building a sustainable future (L7)
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Grades 1-2

  1. Introduction: Dangers of social media and where to get help

    The lesson covers the pros and cons of the internet and social media, as well as what to do if you are bullied on social media.

    This lesson video is an important part of onboarding Someturva in the schools. It allows students to familiarize themselves with the service and what kind of situations it can help and how. When a student has become familiar with the service in advance and activated their account with a school-specific code, there is a significantly higher likelihood that they will ask for help from the service in a situation of bullying, harassment or threats.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  2. Quick guide: Internet and friends

    This lesson material is well suited for even the youngest students in the comprehensive school. During the lesson the students will discuss difficult situations related to messaging and learn about friendship skills online.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  3. Quick guide: Sharing photos

    This lesson material is well suited for even the youngest students in the comprehensive school. The lesson will focus on sharing and spreading photos online.

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  4. Quick guide: Material that leaves you thinking

    This lesson material is well suited for even the youngest pupils in primary school. The lesson will cover the types of content they might encounter online and why it's important not to share unpleasant or disturbing material.

    The lesson consists of three case examples and tasks that can be used in the classroom (provided as a PDF).

    The duration of the lesson is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  5. Quick guide: What information can I share online?

    Lesson material suitable even for the youngest students in elementary school. During the lesson, students will gain basic knowledge about using the internet and reflect on what information about themselves and others is safe to share online.

    The lesson includes a video with three case examples, as well as tasks that can be used in the classroom (pdf).

    The lesson duration is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  6. Quick guide: Strange messages from strangers

    Lesson material that is also well-suited for the youngest pupils in primary school. During the lesson, pupils get to consider how to act if they receive unpleasant or strange messages from strangers in games, online, or via phone.

    The lesson consists of three case examples and classroom activities (pdf).

    Lesson duration: 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)

Grades 3-6

  1. Introduction: Dangers of social media and where to get help

    The lesson covers the pros and cons of the internet and social media, as well as what to do if you are bullied on social media.

    This lesson video is an important part of onboarding Someturva in the schools. It allows students to familiarize themselves with the service and what kind of situations it can help and how. When a student has become familiar with the service in advance and activated their account with a school-specific code, there is a significantly higher likelihood that they will ask for help from the service in a situation of bullying, harassment or threats.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  2. Quick guide: Can you say whatever you want on social media?

    The lesson covers insulting name calling and mean comments on social media. The lesson consists of a video with a case example and short information on the subject, as well as a discussion task to be used in class (pdf).

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  3. Quick guide: Grooming

    The lesson covers the phenomenon of grooming. With the help of this lesson, the students will learn how to recognise when it is wrong for adults to message children on social media. The lesson material will also cover ways to protect yourself from inappropriate contacts on social media. The lesson consists of a video with a case example and short information on the subject, as well as a discussion task to be used in class (pdf). The duration of the lesson is 45 min.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  4. Quick guide: Taking photos and sharing them online

    The lesson is about taking and sharing photos. The lesson will help students to learn why and in what situations it is wrong to take photos and share photos or videos on social media. The lesson will also cover what to do if someone shares a photo or video of you or your classmate without permission. The lesson consists of a video with a case example and some information on the subject, as well as discussion tasks to be used in class (pdf).

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  5. Quick guide: Shocking content

    This lesson addresses the issue of encountering and sharing shocking content online. During the lesson the pupils will get information on why some people share shocking material and why it is wrong to do so. Additionally, the lesson covers what to do if you come across shocking content online or if you are added to a group where disturbing material is shared.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and a quick guide on the topic, along with discussion tasks that can be used in the classroom (provided as a PDF).

    The duration of the lesson is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  6. Quick guide: Threats online and in games

    The lesson addresses threats that occur on social media, online, and in games. During the lesson, students will learn why threats are harmful and what consequences threats can have for the person making them. Additionally, the lesson covers what to do if you are personally targeted by threats.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and information on the topic, as well as discussion tasks that can be used in the classroom (pdf).

    The lesson duration is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  7. Quick guide: Fake profiles

    The lesson explores what fake profiles are and why impersonating someone online is wrong. During the lesson, there is also discussion about what personal information is, why one must not use someone else's personal information without permission, and how to act if one becomes a target of a fake profile.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and information on the topic, as well as discussion exercises for classroom use (pdf).

    Lesson duration: 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)

Grades 7-9

  1. Introduction: Dangers of social media and where to get help

    The lesson covers the pros and cons of the internet and social media, as well as what to do if you are bullied on social media.

    This lesson video is an important part of onboarding Someturva in the schools. It allows students to familiarize themselves with the service and what kind of situations it can help and how. When a student has become familiar with the service in advance and activated their account with a school-specific code, there is a significantly higher likelihood that they will ask for help from the service in a situation of bullying, harassment or threats.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  2. Quick guide: Spreading violent videos online

    Violent videos have created a lot of discussion in the schools recently. In the lesson, the topic is presented together with a case example. The lesson also includes discussion tasks to be used in class.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  3. Quick guide: Nude photos

    The lesson goes over why nude photos may not be shared online without permission. The lesson also explains when it is a crime to forward or share the photos to others.

    The lesson consists of a video with a case example and some information on the subject, as well as the discussion tasks to be used in class (pdf). The duration of the lesson is 45 min.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  4. Quick guide: Fake profiles

    The lesson will discuss the phenomenon of fake profiles, and why fake creating profiles is wrong and can even be a crime. The lesson will also cover what to do if a fake profile has been created about you or your friend. The lesson consists of a video with a case example and some information on the subject, as well as discussion tasks to be used in class (pdf).

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  5. Quick guide: Are you allowed to film someone without permission?

    This lesson covers in which situations and places it is permissible to take photographs, and in which it is not. The lesson also discusses what actions to take if an unpleasant photo or video of oneself is shared on social media.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and a quick guide on the topic, along with discussion tasks that can be used in the classroom (provided as a PDF).

    The duration of the lesson is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  6. Quick guide: Spreading rumors and lies

    The lesson addresses the spread of rumors and lies on social media. During the lesson, students will reflect on why lies and rumors spread quickly online and why rumors spread on social media can be harmful. The lesson also covers what to do if rumors or lies are spread about you or a friend on social media.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and information on the topic, as well as discussion tasks that can be used in the classroom (pdf).

    The lesson duration is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  7. Quick guide: Isulting comments

    The lesson addresses the sharing of insulting and provocative comments on social media. Pupils get to consider why some people write provocative comments and what consequences anonymous comments might have. The lesson also covers what can be done if one regrets comments they have written.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and information on the topic, as well as classroom discussion activities (pdf).

    Lesson duration: 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)

Upper secondary level

  1. Introduction: Dangers of social media and where to get help

    The lesson covers the pros and cons of the internet and social media, as well as what to do if you are bullied on social media.

    This lesson video is an important part of onboarding Someturva in the schools. It allows students to familiarize themselves with the service and what kind of situations it can help and how. When a student has become familiar with the service in advance and activated their account with a school-specific code, there is a significantly higher likelihood that they will ask for help from the service in a situation of bullying, harassment or threats.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  2. Quick guide: Spreading violent videos online

    Violent videos have created a lot of discussion in the schools recently. In the lesson, the topic is presented together with a case example. The lesson also includes discussion tasks to be used in class.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  3. Quick guide: Nude photos

    The lesson goes over why nude photos may not be shared online without permission. The lesson also explains when it is a crime to forward or share the photos to others.

    The lesson consists of a video with a case example and some information on the subject, as well as the discussion tasks to be used in class (pdf). The duration of the lesson is 45 min.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  4. Quick guide: Fake profiles

    The lesson will discuss the phenomenon of fake profiles, and why fake creating profiles is wrong and can even be a crime. The lesson will also cover what to do if a fake profile has been created about you or your friend. The lesson consists of a video with a case example and some information on the subject, as well as discussion tasks to be used in class (pdf).

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  5. Quick guide: Are you allowed to film someone without permission?

    This lesson covers in which situations and places it is permissible to take photographs, and in which it is not. The lesson also discusses what actions to take if an unpleasant photo or video of oneself is shared on social media.

    The lesson includes a video with a case example and a quick guide on the topic, along with discussion tasks that can be used in the classroom (provided as a PDF).

    The duration of the lesson is 45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)
  6. True crime: Instagram riot in Gothenburg

    Someturva's first True Crime video covers a real incident where a rumor account about young people in a city led to punishments and large compensations for the damages. During the lesson, students will reflect on how spreading rumors on social media can be a crime and what consequences it can have. The lesson also discusses what to do if rumors or lies are spread about oneself or a friend on social media.

    The lesson includes a video in which a Someturva expert reviews the case, as well as discussion tasks that can be used in the classroom (pdf).

    The lesson duration is 20-45 minutes.

    Download the instructions for teaching the lesson (PDF)

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