LESSON
Stolen Identity
What are the potential impacts of impersonation and identity theft?
In today's digital world, our online identities are as valuable as our physical ones. This lesson turns students into digital detectives, investigating how identity thieves operate and the ripple effects of impersonation. Through hands-on analysis of evidence, students discover practical strategies to safeguard their personal information while developing critical thinking skills that help them distinguish between authentic and suspicious online interactions.
Objectives
- Define identity theft and impersonation
- Understand how identity theft can occur
- Review strategies for securing your information online
Vocabulary
Identity Theft ·
Impersonation
Identity Theft – a type of crime in which your private information is stolen and used for criminal activity
Impersonation – when a person pretends to be someone they are not
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Time
20 mins.
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