Digital Literacy Task Cards – Theme 6: Online Gaming

Equip your students with the skills to navigate gaming safely and responsibly! This engaging set of Digital Literacy Task Cards focuses on Gaming a fun and highly relevant topic in our digital world.

• Perfect for class discussions, group activities, or independent work
• Develops key digital literacy skills: safety, digital citizenship, screen time balance, and respectful gaming
• Includes opportunities for research, discussion, and presentation

Inside:

• 10 interactive, discussion-friendly task cards
• Real-world scenarios that challenge students to think critically about online gaming safety, chat privacy, screen time, and more
• Research, Discuss, Present prompts that build collaboration and deepen understanding

Why Use Digital Literacy Task Cards?

• Foster critical thinking and responsible online behavior
• Teach students to navigate online gaming environments safely and kindly
• Encourage collaborative learning and class discussions
• Integrate seamlessly into your existing curriculum or literacy lessons

Teacher Tip: Use these task cards to launch class discussions, create posters, or guide group presentations. Combine with quizzes and journals to build a comprehensive digital literacy unit!

Download the Online Gaming Task Cards today and empower your students to become safe, respectful, and confident gamers!

Explore the Complete Digital Literacy Unit:

This set is part of a 14-theme Digital Literacy Resource that covers all the essential online skills for junior high school learners:

• Searching Online – Safe, effective searches with search engines and keywords.
• Recognizing Fake News – Spotting misleading headlines and images, and practicing fact-checking.
• Evaluating Sources – Checking trustworthiness, bias, and reliability.
• Plagiarism & Copyright – Understanding plagiarism, copyright, and fair use.
• Understanding AI Tools – Introduction to AI and ethical usage.
• Online Gaming – Safe play, privacy, and screen time balance.
• My Own Device – Device safety, passwords, and privacy settings.
• Socializing Online – Kindness, respectful communication, and digital footprints.
• What Teens Would Tell Their Younger Selves – Learning from older students’ experiences.
• Internet of Opportunities – Using the internet for learning and creativity.
• Media Balance & Screen Time – Managing screen time and healthy habits.
• Sharing Selfies, Photos, and Media – Privacy, consent, and safe sharing.
• Saving and Retrieving Files – File organization, tags, and backups.
• Online Accounts, Social Media Rules, Policies, and Age Appropriateness – Age limits, privacy, and safe account use.

Teacher Tip: Use to spark discussions, group projects, or individual reflections. Combine with quizzes, digital literacy journals, and extension activities to create a complete learning experience!