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The internet opens to the world: safe internet
Textbook pp. 68–69
GoalKnow not to copy others’ work, to protect personal information and the rules of safe use.
New words
personal information · shaxsiy ma’lumotpassword · parolto copy · ko‘chirib olmoq
Explanation
Texts, pictures and poems on the internet also have authors. Handing in someone else’s poem or essay as our own is dishonest. If we need information, we write it in our own words and name the source. Personal information is our full name, address, phone number, school, details about our family, and passwords. We do not give them to strangers. If we need to register on a site, we first ask our parents. We do not chat or meet with strangers; if a message frightens or embarrasses us, we do not reply but show it to adults. We also limit time in front of a screen.
Worked examples
“A ready-made text”. Otabek wanted to copy a ready text from a site for his project. His sister said: “But it won’t be yours.” Otabek read the text, wrote a short version in his own words and named the source at the end. The project was simple, but it was his own. The teacher praised him for honesty.
Class activity
“Safe internet rules”: groups prepare a poster showing 5 recommendations with drawings (keep the password secret, no talking to strangers, no copying...).
Practice
1
Which data counts as personal?
Full name, address, phone number, password, details about school and family
2
What happens if we hand in someone’s poem as our own?
This is copying and dishonest; write in our own words and name the source
3
What do you do if a stranger writes to you online?
I do not reply and I show it to adults