Tip Off
Power of basketball
Did you know?
The NBA’s mission statement is to “inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.”
What do you think “the power of basketball” means?
Source:
NBA Guiding Principles. NBA Careers. (2022, April 12). Retrieved from https://careers.nba.com/nba-guiding-principles/#:~:text=The%20NBA's%20mission%20is%20to,through%20the%20power%20of%20basketball.
Are you ready to learn about using the Internet safely? Let’s begin!
The power
Basketball can bring people together.
People might choose to…
- play or spectate the sport
- read or learn about the game of basketball
- experience games through digital media (i.e., television, Internet, etc.)
Pause and reflect
Take a moment to reflect on the following:
- What do you know about the sport of basketball?
- How might you like to engage in the sport?
Record your ideas using a method of your choice. If possible, share with a partner.
Gametime
Digital literacy
Explore the following images. What do you notice?
Many people engage with the sport of basketball through the internet.
While exploring the Internet, people might search for topics such as:
- the invention of basketball
- the rules of basketball
- famous basketball players
- NBA player statistics
- NBA game highlights
Fun fact
James Naismith
James Naismith
If someone decided to go online to search the history of basketball, they would find that the game was invented in 1891, by a Canadian educator named, Dr. James Naismith.
Dr. Naismith’s school asked him to create a sport that students could play indoors during the winter to stay active.
He developed the game using peach baskets as the first nets. That is why the sport was named basketball. The metal hoop was later invented in 1906, and the game continues to be played to this day!
Source:
basketball. (n.d.). Britannica Kids. https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/basketball/352831
Being online
When we visit the Internet, we are spending time online.
It’s important to know how to be online in a kind, safe, and responsible way. As we develop online learning skills, it is called building our digital literacy.
As we spend more time developing these skills, we become digital citizens.
Healthy habits
The Internet can be used to learn about a variety of topics, play games, experience music and videos, and communicate with each other.
These days, there is more and more that can be done online, through different types of digital media. But it’s important that people balance their screen time.
Taking media breaks from screens is important. This is also called “unplugging.”
When people unplug, it gives the body and brain a break.
Pause and reflect
What are some ways that someone might “unplug”?
Record your ideas using a method of your choice.
Take a moment and think about what you’ve learned so far!
When you’re ready, press Let’s Check! to access possible ideas.
- move their body (i.e., walk, run, dance, play a sport, etc.)
- read a book or write a story
- build, draw, paint, sculpt, or doodle
- play an instrument
Safety and privacy
While online, it is important to stay safe and keep our personal information private.
We should not share personal and private information about ourselves to people we do not know and trust, online or in person.
Personal information can include specific details about who we are, where we live, and what we do.
Safe to share?
Imagine that one of your peers is exploring a website or is speaking to someone online that asks for information.
Which of the following is safe to share and which should be kept private?
Profile
Stephen Curry
Stephen Curry, #30 of the Golden State Warriors (2023) passes the ball to a teammate during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers on May 2, 2023. Dennis Schroder, #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers (2023) defends against Curry as LeBron James #6, Los Angeles Lakers (2023) moves to the other side.
Stephen (Steph) Curry is an American basketball player, who played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2022-2023 season. He has accomplished a lot during his time playing for the NBA, which includes becoming a three-time NBA Champion, two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, and a six-time All-Star.
Off the court, Stephen Curry has created the Eat.Learn.Play Foundation with his wife, Ayesha. The organization works towards ensuring that children have access to healthy food and access to a good education. They also work to provide safe places, including playgrounds and basketball courts, for all children to enjoy and be active.
Sources:
Eat.Learn.Play. Foundation. (n.d.-b). Eat.Learn.Play. Foundation. https://www.eatlearnplay.org/#:~:text=Stephen%20and%20Ayesha%20Curry%E2%80%99s%20Eat,to%20play%20and%20be%20active
Stephen Curry | Golden State Warriors. NBA.com. https://www.nba.com/player/201939/stephen-curry/bio
Wolf, M. (2023b). How Has Stephen Curry Influenced Others ? Metro League. https://www.metroleague.org/how-has-stephen-curry-influenced-others/
Fourth Quarter
Putting it all together
Explore the following statements, and think about which tip is safe.
Select the correct answer, then press Check Answer to see how you did.
Pause and reflect
Imagine that one of your peers is beginning to use the Internet and comes across a website for NBA fans. This website gives fans the opportunity to review player statistics, team rosters, and chat with other NBA fans.
Think about online safety tips that you would provide to a peer.
Consider:
- What would you like to share about safety and privacy while using websites?
- What would you like to share about developing healthy online habits?
Complete the Online Safety Checklist in your notebook or using the following fillable and printable document. If you would like, you can use speech-to-text or audio recording tools to record your thoughts.
Press the ‘Activity’ button to access the Online Safety Checklist.
Activity
(Open PDF in a new window)
Great job! Think about how you might use the online safety skills you’ve learned. Catch you next time!