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Which subject	Personal development
What topic	Danger of influencers
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 8
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: The Danger of Influencers

Subject

Personal Development

Topic

Danger of Influencers

Grade/Age Group

Year 8 (Students aged 12-13)

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• Understand the role of social media influencers.
• Identify the potential dangers associated with following influencers.
• Develop critical thinking skills concerning digital content and its impact on personal choices.

Materials

• Projector and screen for presentation
• Access to the internet for short video clips
• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts with examples of popular influencers and their impact

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) framework, focusing on digital safety and well-being.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Influencers	5 min	Introduce what influencers are and their purpose in social media. Ask students if they follow any influencers.
2	Risks of Influencers	10 min	Discuss the potential dangers (e.g., unrealistic standards, mental health issues). Use real-life examples and statistics.
3	Group Discussion	10 min	Divide students into small groups to discuss how influencers can impact daily decisions and self-perception.
4	Class Sharing	3 min	Bring the class together to share group ideas without presentations. Encourage openness and respect differing opinions.
5	Summary and Reflection	2 min	Summarize key points discussed and reflect on how to critically evaluate content from influencers.

Homework

Students will write a short reflection (200 words) on how they can apply critical thinking when engaging with social media content. They will submit this via the online platform for feedback, rather than presenting it in class.

Lesson script