Primary – Understanding Algorithms
This lesson helps young people lift the lid on how apps and websites decide what to show us. They will get young people to explore how algorithms learn from what they click on and use that information to suggest videos, games and posts they might enjoy.
Through simple activities, young people will discover that these recommendations are not always safe or healthy and can sometimes pull them toward content that is unhelpful or unwanted. They will practise using clear and confident critical thinking so they can make their own choices, stay in control of what they see and build healthier online habits.
This guide supports educators to explore stories like Molly’s safely and meaningfully in school settings.
This guide helps parents and teachers support young people to recognise harmful or unsettling content online and understand how it can affect their feelings and wellbeing.
This KS2 lesson helps pupils understand that being safe online means making good choices, using safety tools, taking more than one step to stay safe and knowing where to go for help if something worries them.