Week 4 · 45-60 min
Staying Safe Online
What is a scam and why scammers target people online
This slide covers "What is a scam and why scammers target people online" as part of Staying Safe Online. Read slowly and try the example in your own words. What is a scam and why scammers target people online is an important step in Digital Literacy. We use plain language and short steps so you can learn even on a slow or shared computer. Think of one real example from your school, work, or community.
Key point: What is a scam and why scammers target people online. Review this slide once more before moving on.
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Practice
- Write 2-3 sentences about what you learned this week.
Key Terms
- What is a scam and why scammers target people online
- What is a scam and why scammers target people online
- Recognizing fake/phishing messages and websites
- Recognizing fake/phishing messages and websites
- Strong passwords: what makes one good
- Strong passwords: what makes one good
Week Summary
- What is a scam and why scammers target people online
- Recognizing fake/phishing messages and websites
- Strong passwords: what makes one good
- Never share passwords or OTP codes
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