IT Legislation

Multiple Choice

According to the Data Protection Act (2018), what rights do individuals have regarding their personal data?

• They can ask to see, correct, or delete their data.

• They can sell their data to companies.

• They can ignore how their data is used.

• They can use anyone's data without permission.

Open Ended

Why is it important for laws to protect people, data, and creativity in the digital world?

Fill in the Blank

The Data Protection Act (2018) states that personal data must be used ___, kept safe, and not kept longer than needed.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why following IT laws is important in school and work?

• To ensure the safety and privacy of individuals and data

• To make using computers more fun

• To increase the speed of the internet

• To avoid having to learn about technology

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of a Data Controller?

• A person or group that decides how and why personal data is used.

• A person who monitors internet activity.

• A hacker accessing systems without permission.

• A creator of music and software.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are protected by IT laws?

• Personal data on social media

• Creative works like music and software

• Cybercrimes like hacking

• Organisational use of technology

Open Ended

Explain why IT laws are important for protecting both personal data and creative works. Use examples from the slides to support your answer.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT covered by the Computer Misuse Act (1990)?

• Hacking into someone’s account without permission

• Spreading malware or deleting files without permission

• Planning or helping others to commit cybercrimes

• Downloading music without paying for it

Fill in the Blank

The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act (1988) protects creative work such as music, software, images, and ___.

Open Ended

Explain how the Freedom of Information Act (2000) and the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (2000) impact public access to information and personal privacy.

Open Ended

Why is it important for organizations to comply with laws such as the Computer Misuse Act and the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are covered by the Data Protection Act?

• Personal data safety

• Protecting creative work

• Allowing monitoring of internet use

• Right to know information from public bodies

Multiple Select

Which two acts are most relevant if a student downloads a newly released video game from an unofficial website without paying for it?

• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act

• Computer Misuse Act

• Freedom of Information Act

• Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act

Open Ended

Which IT law has likely been broken when a teacher shares photos of student work with names and grades on a public social media platform, and what consequences could there be for the teacher and the school?

Multiple Choice

What was the main consequence for the school after accidentally emailing student grades to the wrong parents, as described in the real-life case study?

• They received a warning from the Information Commissioner’s Office.

• They were fined immediately.

• They had to close the school temporarily.

• They were praised for transparency.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are important keywords related to how the Data Protection Act affects schools storing student data?

• data controller

• consent

• security

• copyright

Fill in the Blank

IT laws help keep us ___, protect our ideas, and make sure technology is used fairly.

Multiple Select

By the end of this lesson, what should you be able to do regarding IT legislation?

• Identify key UK laws that affect IT systems

• Explain the purpose of each act using real-life examples

• Recognise why following IT laws is important

• Apply knowledge to spot legal and illegal IT activities

Open Ended

What are some key UK laws that affect the use of IT systems, and why is it important to follow them in school and work?

Open Ended

Real World Law Breakers

Instructions:

Research a company that has been fined or taken to court for breaking a law related to IT (e.g., Data Protection Act, Computer Misuse Act).

Answer the following:

What company or person was involved?

What law did they break?

What was the consequence (fine, legal action, etc.)?

Why do you think this law is important?

Extension:

Write a short news headline and summary as if you were a journalist reporting the incident.

Open Ended

My Digital Rights

Instructions:

Research what rights you have under the GDPR or Data Protection Act as a UK citizen.

Create a short poster or slide listing:

At least 3 rights you have

What to do if someone breaks them

One surprising fact you didn’t know

Extension:

Design a slogan or logo that would help young people remember their rights online.

Open Ended

Future Tech, Future Laws

Instructions:

Choose one of these future technologies:

AI Chatbots

Facial Recognition

Deepfake Videos

Research any current concerns or legal issues about this technology.

Answer:

What is the tech?

What are the possible risks?

Do we have laws for it already?

Extension:

Propose a new rule or law you think should be made to protect people.