Passwords and Security

Grade 4 Digital Literacy – Passwords and Security

Key Learning Objectives

Introduce the basic concepts and procedures of logging onto the school network, creating and changing passwords, and protecting personal and private information online.

Grade 4 Tech Skills

Keep passwords secret and understand why.
Create strong passwords and be able to change them when needed.
Use technology responsibly and make safe choices.
Understand the importance of not sharing personal information online.
Explain responsible uses of technology and digital information and the possible consequences of inappropriate use.
SD 71 Intermediate Responsible Use Agreement.

Steps to Complete

Part 1: Responsible Use Policy

Watch Into video
Create Hero Skits about school computer use
Do a Kahoot to show knowledge

Part 2: Setting Strong Passwords

Play “Test Your Password” Step to the Line Game
Complete If Then.. scenarios in groups
Test your current passwords
Fill out Super Secret Powerful Password handout
Test new passwords

Resources

Responsible Use Policy and Safe Passwords Lesson Plan

Part 1:

Intermediate Responsible Use Policy

Kahoot About Responsible Use Guidelines

Intermediate responsible use Policy Sections for groups

Digital Super Agent Single Trading Cards!

Part 2:

Password Power-Up – If…Then…Scenarios Student Handout

Password Checker

Super Secret Powerful Passwords

How to Change Your Student’s Passwords Yourself

Try this Kahoot to test your knowledge of the Responsible Use Policy. If you don’t already have a free (basic) Kahoot account, you will need to sign up for one and log in. Then you can press Start and have your class complete the Kahoot.