Smart Tech, Safe AI Choices
Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI Safer Internet Day 2026 Year 7-11 Assembly
Do It Now: AI Around Us
Think of 3 places you've seen or used AI today Share with the person next to you Be ready to share one example with the group
WALT: We Are Learning To
Understand what AI is and how it's used in everyday life Identify safe and responsible ways to use AI technology Recognize potential risks and harmful AI content Know when and how to report concerning AI content
What Actually IS Artificial Intelligence?
Take 30 seconds to discuss with your partner What do you think AI means? Where have you definitely seen it being used?
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AI is Everywhere - And That's Normal!
Netflix and Disney+ suggest videos you might like Google Maps gives you the fastest route to school Translation apps help you understand different languages Games use AI for non-player characters (NPCs) Voice assistants like Siri and Alexa respond to questions
AI: Helpful vs Harmful Uses
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Remember: AI Content Can Still Be Harmful
Even if something was created with AI, it can still be upsetting, and some AI content can break the law. Ask yourself: Is what I am creating kind? Will this cause people to worry or believe something that isn't true?
Scenario Challenge: What Would You Do?
Scenario 1: Your friend uses AI to write their entire history essay Scenario 2: You see a realistic but fake video of a celebrity online Scenario 3: AI gives you wrong information for a science project Discuss in groups of 3-4: What's the right thing to do in each situation?
When to Get Help and Report Content
If you see AI content that worries or upsets you If someone is using AI to create harmful content about you or others If you're becoming too dependent on AI for everything If AI is giving you advice about serious personal issues Always talk to a trusted adult - teacher, parent, or counselor Report harmful content on the platform where you found it
Closing Prayer - Proverbs 4:23
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Let us pray: Dear God, help us to make wise choices with the technology we use. Guide us to use AI and other tools in ways that help and never harm. Give us wisdom to think carefully about what we create and share. Help us to always treat others with kindness, both online and offline. Amen.