EXERCISE IN A BOX
Don't Fall For The Scam
TOPIC
PHISHING & SCAMS
RECOMMENDED AGE
13-15 YEARS OLD
LESSON DURATION
60 MIN
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Students will be able to:
Demonstrate how flattery and politeness can be used to manipulate individuals into divulging personal information
Identify and describe the concept of spoofed sites, and demonstrate how to verify the legitimacy of a website before entering any personal information or login credentials.
Explain how plausible scenarios can be used to deceive individuals into thinking that they are interacting with a trusted source.
KEY CONCEPTS
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