Teaching Kids 'Digital Agency' Article Review

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English
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9th - 12th Grade
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La Donna Tuinstra
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the article, what is 'digital agency'? Summarize its definition in your own words.
The ability to avoid using social media entirely
Making informed and meaningful choices about how technology fits into one’s life
Following popular trends on social media
Using digital devices for educational purposes
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CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Quote a phrase from the article that explains how Carrie James describes social media. Which phrase did you choose?
“Social media is a negative force that amplifies problems.”
“Social media can amplify real struggles...it can also amplify positive sources of support.”
“The best way to deal with social media is to avoid it completely.”
“Young people are usually unaware of how social media affects their lives.”
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CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
CCSS.W.9-10.9
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Paraphrase Carrie James' statement that describes social media as an 'amplifier.'
What does she mean by this term?
Social media can make both problems and positive experiences feel bigger.
Social media distorts reality for young people.
Social media is loud and difficult to ignore.
Social media makes communication easier.
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CCSS.L.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Summarize why the article states that schools play a big role in teaching digital agency.
Schools are the primary place where students use social media.
Schools can help students learn strategies to navigate technology mindfully.
Schools can ban harmful websites to protect students.
Schools control the amount of time students spend online.
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CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
CCSS.W.9-10.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The article describes 'thinking traps.' Paraphrase the definition given in the text.
A strategy to prevent negative thoughts
A feature on social media platforms
An irrational negative thought pattern that can distort a person's thinking
A way to organize and prioritize online tasks
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CCSS.L.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The article gives an example of a thinking trap called 'mind reading.' Quote the situation described to illustrate this concept.
“A student sees a message they sent has been read but not responded to, and they assume their friend is upset with them.”
“A student receives too many notifications and gets distracted from their studies.”
“A student spends hours scrolling through videos and loses track of time.”
“A student compares themselves to others online and feels inferior.”
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CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.W.9-10.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Summarize Eisha Buch’s advice on how to help students avoid thinking traps. Which of the following best captures her main point?
Encouraging them to limit their screen time to less than two hours per day
Teaching them to come up with alternative explanations for a situation
Telling them to avoid all forms of social media
Asking them to report negative interactions to adults immediately
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CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
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