Description

This lesson comprises two versions to cover pupils in age groups, 11-14 years, and 15-18 years. They reflect differences in maturity.  Pupils will explore the legal language of common sexting activities. These are based on real life scenarios and how the legal authorities view them.

Sexting is not a legal term but can have serious legal consequences. It can affect future job choices, even for voluntary work, if reported to the police. A lawyer developed this fully resourced lesson. She consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service and other legal services.

It conforms to the laws of England and complies with the latest government guidance on relationship and sex education. Other experts consulted include more than 20 teachers, many experienced in developing training materials for schools, youth and community leaders, psychiatrists, doctors, psychologists and many parents. We piloted this lesson in schools across the UK.

Sexting, the Law & You, England is the second of our two lessons on Sexting. It can be taught as a stand-alone lesson or after Introduction to Sexting. All lessons are available together in a value bundle or in a superbundle with 5 additional lessons on Internet Pornography.

How the lesson works

Pupils will consider case studies in pairs or small groups and in a full class discussion. The Teacher’s Guide provides you with all the information you need to deliver the lesson. It will enable you to speak confidently about the subjects raised.

There are links to research papers where appropriate and signposting to other relevant resources and websites. It does not constitute legal advice but rather provides an overview of the some of the key legal issues around sexting.

Resources

Sexting, the Law & You, England 15-18 features a 22-slide PowerPoint (.pptx). It also has a 15-page Teacher’s Guide; a 10-page Case Studies Pack for Teachers and a 10-page Case Studies Pack for Pupils (all .pdf). There are hot links to relevant research and further resources.

Sexting, the Law & You, England 11-14 features a 21-slide PowerPoint (.pptx). It also has a 15-page Teacher’s Guide; a 10-page Case Studies Pack for Teachers and a 13-page Case Studies Pack for Pupils (all .pdf). There are hot links to relevant research and further resources.