Social Media - Escalating Conflict

Social Media - Escalating Conflict 2026 PSHE lesson resource. This social media lesson looks at why it is easier to deliberately cause upset online, how and why social media can cause conflict and / or escalation, ways to de-escalate situations and finally looks at the idea of mob mentality.

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No previous knowledge in the subject area is needed, as the lesson is easily deliverable by someone who is not a subject specialist or experienced PSHE teachers. Lesson meets current UK PSHE guidance.

Lesson includes-
Teacher & Pupil Guidance Slide
Clear & accurate information
Rights Respecting Schools slide
Careers slide
Discussion & feedback tasks
Starter & plenary task
Further support slide
Scenario Task
Homework Slide

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