EP-II Training Curriculum: Lesson Plans.

Efficient Parenting – Lesson Plans Page 93 /170 Reflection Activity for Learners • Think of a situation where your child or a child you know might have encountered inappropriate content online. How would you approach the conversation with them? • Reflect on the digital safeguards you currently have in place. Are there additional tools or strategies you could use to protect your family from harmful online content? What steps can you take today to enhance your monitoring approach while maintaining trust? Case Study 3: Online Predators and Privacy Protection Scenario Overview Lily, a 13-year-old girl, loves to play online games and chat with her friends on social media. She recently joined a new gaming community where she met a player named "Alex," who claims to be 14 years old. They start chatting during the game, and over time, Alex asks for Lily’s personal information, including her phone number and home address. Initially hesitant, Lily feels pressured as Alex threatens to stop being friends with her if she doesn’t share more about herself. Lily starts to feel uncomfortable, but she hasn’t told her parents about Alex, fearing they might restrict her online activities or blame her for talking to strangers. She becomes more secretive with her phone and starts spending more time chatting with Alex. Eventually, Lily’s parents notice changes in her behavior—she becomes withdrawn, anxious, and avoids discussing her online interactions. Key Characters Lily: A 13-year-old who is being targeted by an online predator. Alex: An online "friend" who may not be who they claim to be and is asking for personal information. Parents: Concerned but unaware of the specific online risks Lily is facing. Discussion Questions and Reflection: Recognizing the Signs of Online Predators • What behaviors or actions from Lily might alert her parents to the possibility that she’s communicating with someone inappropriate online? • How could her parents have noticed earlier that Lily was being pressured by someone online? Reflection: Lily’s growing secretiveness, reluctance to discuss her online interactions, and anxiety are red flags. Parents should pay close attention to these behavioral shifts and take them