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School courses Cycle 3:
Against hate speech and fake news
Instagram, Snapchat, WhatsApp, YouTube, Twitch, Telegram – the world of online communication and information is growing rapidly. Young people love being part of online communities and following the latest trends. They consume, game, chat, like, share and post. But what is real? Where is the line between commenting and hating? What is game addiction? How do you become a professional gamer? These and many other questions arise in the lives of young people sooner or later. In our diverse courses, students actively engage with all these aspects.
You will find the following media on this page
«Phonesmart»
According to the JAMES study, virtually all young people in Switzerland own a smartphone. It is therefore important to take a closer look. In addition to the many opportunities it offers, smartphone and internet use in general also carries risks, such as online addiction or sexting.
In this module, pupils examine their everyday media use and develop a list of the best tips. They learn strategies and everyday tips for continuously reflecting on their media consumption and thus developing healthy and responsible media consumption habits.
Learning objectives
The students
- reflect on their smartphone and internet usage and recognise the influence it has on their everyday lives.
- examine topics from their everyday media use and are able to draw conclusions for their own behaviour.
- understand the intentions and effects of problematic content on the internet.
Course content
- Developing basic principles and behavioural strategies on the following topics:
- Online addiction and violence
- Influencers: opportunities and dangers
- Sex on the internet
- Fact or fake
- The FOMO phenomenon
- ‘Best tips list’ for responsible everyday digital life
Duration
4 lessons
Group size
One class
Participants
Students and teachers
Target group
Years 7 to 9
Teaching materials
Provided by us
Resources
The school's computers or tablets and the pupils' smartphones are used.
Cost
CHF 750
(Prices subject to change)
Orientierung Lehrplan 21 (orientation towards the curriculum)
This media course is based on Lehrplan 21 (module curriculum for media and information technology). This means that the skills required by Lehrplan 21 are achieved in the following areas:
Hate speech and cyberbullying
In this media course, pupils examine how hate speech manifests itself on the internet. The focus is on recognising the consequences of systematic hate speech and developing strategies to protect oneself and others from it.
Learning objectives
The students
- understand how hate speech manifests itself online and the differences between cyberbullying and hate speech.
- are familiar with the three roles associated with hate speech and cyberbullying.
- examine the consequences of online hate for all those involved.
- learn measures to protect themselves against hate speech.
Course content
- Explanation of the phenomenon of ‘hate speech on the internet’
- Getting to know the three roles: perpetrator, victim and bystander
- Legal basis for hate speech and cyberbullying
- Behavioural tips for victims and bystanders
Duration
4 lessons of 45 minutes each
Group size
One class
Participants
Students and teachers
Target group
Years 7 to 9
Teaching materials
Provided by us
Resources
School computers and tablets
Cost
CHF 750
(Prices subject to change)
Topic
Recognising fake news
A key media skill is assessing the truthfulness of media content. The media does not always lie, but when it does, we should be able to recognise the lie.
On the campus page ‘Fake News’, we have compiled further information and tips to help you expose fake news.
Online course ‘Fake News’
Fake news is now almost an everyday occurrence, especially on social media. These false reports are used in an attempt to influence our thinking and actions. Young people often get their information from social media and are therefore particularly vulnerable to this influence.
In this module, pupils examine fake news and learn about the intentions behind it, how to expose it and why it is important to take a critical approach to the vast amount of news available.
Learning objectives
The students
- can apply strategies to uncover fake news.
- can analyse fake news and recognise its intent and possible impact.
- learn the formal differences between reputable and unreliable sources.
Course content
- Fake news – why?
- Effects of misinformation, disinformation and fake news
- Analysing examples
- Creating fake news
- Shared responsibility for the spread of fake news
Duration
90 minutes
Group size
One class
Participants
Students and teachers
Target group
Years 7 to 9
Teaching materials
Provided by us
Resources
The school's computers or tablets and the pupils' smartphones are used.
Cost
CHF 180
(Prices subject to change)
Orientierung Lehrplan 21 (orientation towards the curriculum)
This media course is based on Lehrplan 21 (module curriculum for media and information technology). This means that the skills required by Lehrplan 21 are achieved in the following areas:
Topic
Fake news threatens social cohesion
The deliberate dissemination of false information poses a significant threat to social harmony.
Desinformation ≠ Misinformation
While we repeatedly encounter false information in the media, there is a big difference between mistakes (misinformation) and the deliberate dissemination of false facts (disinformation). The latter aims to distort facts and convince people of untrue claims. When it comes to political views or our ideas about things we do not know or know too little about, the full potential danger of fake news becomes apparent. Media literacy at its core is understanding how the media works and how it can change our perceptions.
An overview graphic with various key figures on the topic of ‘fake news’.
Read our guide to digital media enter ‘Fake news and deep fakes’
Teaching unit on the elective subject of gaming and e-sports
E-sports and gaming are becoming increasingly important in young people's leisure activities. According to the latest JAMES study, well over 70 per cent of all young people in Switzerland now play computer games. This lesson unit provides a sound basic understanding of the significance and mechanics of games, highlights the opportunities and risks of gaming, and examines gaming as a profession.
The digital teaching unit offers teachers an attractive elective option for pupils in the third cycle. The eight modules are designed for 28 lessons. With the additional content, the elective can be extended to up to 38 lessons. Pupils gain a comprehensive insight into their leisure activities, from which they can benefit in the long term. This allows them to engage in depth with their leisure activities, some of which are controversial.
In the ‘About the teaching unit’ section, teachers will find detailed information on the didactic components and methodological use of the teaching unit.
We offer introductory workshops (90 minutes) to familiarise yourself with the teaching unit. You are also free to explore the teaching unit on your own.
Learning objectives
Teachers
- Familiarise themselves with the 90-minute learning unit so that they can make the elective subject ‘Gaming and E-Sports’ available at their school.
Course content
- Pedagogical-didactic area
- Thematic-content area
- Formal-design area
- Digital-interactive area
Duration
90 minutes
Group size
–
Participants
Teachers and school administrators
Target group
–
Teaching materials
Teaching unit ‘Gaming and e-sports’
Resources
–
Cost
Free of charge
Useful links
Further content
We have compiled further information and content on the topic of ‘Courses for Years 3 to 6’ here.