Emma balanced her time between school, friends, and online activities. She frequently posted selfies with friends and pictures of her baking projects on social media. Recently, out of curiosity, she started exploring dating apps. One evening, Emma browsed profiles on an app. One profile stood out: Matt. She swiped right and it was an instant match.
Emma was a typical 16-year-old student, balancing her life between school, friends, and her various online activities.She was active on social media, where she shared snapshots of her life, from selfies with her friends to pictures of her latest baking creations. She had also recently ventured into the world of dating apps, curious about the experiences they offered.One evening, after finishing her homework, Emma decided to swipe through the profiles on a popular dating app she had been using for the past few months. She had come across many profiles, but one caught her eye: Matt. Intrigued, Emma swiped right, and to her surprise and delight, it was an instant match.
Competences addressed
| Knowledge | Skills | Attitudes |
| Factual knowledge of what constitutes “Receiving Messages (you don’t want to)” and its various forms, including negative comments and abusive messages. | Understanding the procedures for reporting and blocking abusive users on social media and dating platforms. | Awareness of the risks associated with having a public profile and chatting with strangers online. |
| Factual knowledge of the impact of receiving messages on mental health and self-esteem | Applying critical assessment of online interactions and identifying harmful behaviour | Willingness to express empathy towards individuals who experience “receiving messages” and recognizing the emotional impact it can have on them. |
| Practical knowledge of privacy settings on social media and dating platforms and how to use them. | Improving skills in setting up and managing privacy controls on social media and dating accounts. | Willingness to demonstrate proactive behaviour in protecting oneself and others from receiving messages (you don’t want to). |