Teaching Responsible Social Media Use Through the Lens of Constructive Storytelling

Outline

I. Introduction (5 minutes)
Content: Overview of session objectives and the significance of digital storytelling and social media literacy in education.
Engagement: Quick icebreaker where participants share one word that describes their experience with digital storytelling.
II. The Importance of Digital Citizenship (10 minutes)
Content: Discuss the responsibilities and opportunities for contributing positively to digital communities.
Engagement: Present key statistics and examples of youth online behavior.
III. Exploring Digital Storytelling (10 minutes)
Content: Introduction to digital storytelling as a method for students to express their narratives and engage with their communities.
Engagement: Showcase brief examples of effective digital stories in various formats (videos, podcasts, social media posts).
Process: Quick group discussion where participants analyze a digital story and share insights about its impact.
IV. Hands-On Activity: Storyboarding Personal Narratives (15 minutes)
Content: Step-by-step guidance on storyboarding techniques and tools (e.g., Canva, Storybird)
Engagement: Participants create a storyboard for a personal narrative they would like to develop.
Process:
Activity: Participants use their devices to create storyboards.
Peer Interaction: Share storyboards with a partner for feedback, focusing on clarity and emotional impact.
V. Analyzing Social Media Content (10 minutes)
Content: Frameworks for critically analyzing social media narratives and promoting responsible engagement.
Engagement: Discuss a recent social media campaign and its impact on society.
Process:
Activity: Participants choose a recent social media campaign to analyze using provided criteria.
Peer-to-Peer: Share analyses in pairs and discuss different perspectives.
VI. Wrap-Up and Q&A (10 minutes)
Content: Recap of key takeaways and practical applications of strategies discussed.
Engagement: Open floor for questions and further discussion on applying session concepts in participants’ own contexts.
Process: Use a final interactive poll to gauge participants' confidence in applying the session concepts post-session.

Supporting research

ARTICLES
"Digital Citizenship in Schools" by Mike Ribble
This article discusses the importance of digital citizenship and provides a framework for educators to integrate these concepts into their teaching.

"The Importance of Digital Citizenship for Today’s Youth" by Common Sense Education
This article outlines why digital citizenship is essential for young people navigating online spaces.

BOOKS
"Digital Citizenship in Schools" by Mike Ribble
This book provides a comprehensive overview of digital citizenship and offers practical strategies for educators.

"The Digital Citizenship Handbook for School Leadership Teams" by Jennifer Casa-Todd
This book explores the role of school leaders in promoting digital citizenship and provides actionable steps for implementation.

“The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt
This book examines the rise of anxiety, depression, and mental health challenges among today's youth, exploring how social media, cultural shifts, and overprotective parenting contribute to this growing crisis.

WEBSITES
Common Sense Education
Offers resources and curricula on digital citizenship for educators, including lesson plans and assessments.

The Digital Citizenship Project
A comprehensive resource that provides tools and insights for educators, parents, and students about responsible digital behavior.

RECOGNIZED EXPERTS
Mike Ribble
An expert in digital citizenship, Mike Ribble has authored several books and articles on the subject and provides training for educators on integrating digital citizenship into their curricula.

Mimi Ito
A cultural anthropologist and expert on youth and digital media, Mimi Ito explores how young people use social media and technology in their daily lives.

RESEARCH PAPERS
"Youth and Digital Media: A New Research Agenda" by the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
This paper discusses the impact of digital media on youth and outlines areas for further research.

"Social Media Use and Mental Health among Young Adults"
This research examines the relationship between social media usage patterns and mental health outcomes.