Online Respect Role-Play
📱 Part 1: Digital Etiquette Knowledge Check
1. What does "digital etiquette" mean? Circle the best answer:
Using technology quickly and efficiently
Using manners and respect when communicating online
Knowing how to use all social media platforms
Being able to type fast on a keyboard
2. Which of these show respectful online behaviour? Tick all that apply:
Thinking before posting a comment
Using positive, inclusive language
Posting mean comments when you're angry
Being kind and supportive to others
Making assumptions about people
Active listening to others' opinions
3. Fill in the blanks about empathy in online communication:
Empathy means recognising others' __________ and __________ even when you can't see them. This is important online because we can't see people's __________ expressions or hear their tone of voice.
🎭 Part 2: Role-Play Scenarios
4. Scenario 1: Your friend posts a message in your group chat that seems rude and dismissive of your opinion about a movie you recommended. How would you respond respectfully?
5. Scenario 2: You're in an online gaming chat and someone starts making fun of another player's skills. What could you do to show respect and empathy?
6. Scenario 3: A classmate posts something on social media that you strongly disagree with. How can you express your different opinion while maintaining respect?
7. Scenario 4: You witness cyberbullying in an online forum where someone is being targeted for their appearance. What respectful actions could you take?
🤝 Part 3: Building Respectful Relationships
8. Match the respectful online behaviour with its benefit:
1. Using positive language
2. Thinking before posting
3. Showing empathy
4. Active listening
A. Helps others feel understood and valued
B. Prevents misunderstandings and hurt feelings
C. Makes others feel welcome and included
D. Shows respect for different viewpoints
9. True or False: Circle your answers
T / F - It's okay to be rude online because people can't see you
T / F - Empathy is more important in face-to-face conversations than online
T / F - Digital etiquette helps create safer online spaces for everyone
T / F - You should always respond immediately when someone upsets you online
✍️ Part 4: Personal Online Values Statement
10. Create your personal rules for respectful online communication. Write at least 5 values or rules you will follow:
11. Reflection: Why is empathy important when we text, post, or comment online?
12. How can you make others feel safe and valued in your online interactions?
🎯 Part 5: Application Challenge
13. Design a positive response: Someone has just shared that they're feeling anxious about starting at a new school. Write an empathetic and supportive online response:
14. Draw or describe what a respectful online community looks like to you:
15. Final reflection: How will you apply what you've learnt about digital etiquette and empathy in your own online interactions?