Footprint Trail Slides DIGITAL TRAILS
The Invisible Footprints We Leave Online
The Glitter Glitch
Imagine This...
If I put glitter on my hand and touch a tablet, then a desk, then your shoulder... where is the glitter now?
"Data is like digital glitter. Every time you click, search, or play, you leave a little bit behind."
Your "Digital Footprint" is the trail of data you leave behind on the internet.
What's in Your Footprint?
Location
Where you are when you use an app.
Time
How long you spend on a game or video.
Interests
What you like, search for, or buy.
Identity
Your name, age, or school info.
Words
Messages, comments, and posts.
Images
Photos or videos you upload.
Who Owns Your Data?
When you use a "free" app, you often pay with your information instead of money.
The Trade-Off
Companies use your data to show you ads or sell it to other companies.
Your Privacy Settings
You can choose to "lock" parts of your trail by using privacy settings.
Digital Detective Mission
It's time to investigate a fictional profile. Can you find the "glitter" they left behind and help them secure their data?
Check Your Worksheets!
Digital Detective Worksheet Classified: Level 1
Digital Detective Mission
Name: ________________________
Date: ________________________
MISSION BRIEF: Below is the digital history of "Casey Clicker." Casey thinks they are safe online, but their digital glitter is everywhere! Help Casey find the trail they've left behind.
The Digital Trail
Pizza Palace App
"Sent Casey a notification: 'Ready for more pepperoni at 123 Maple St?'"
Super Slime Game
"Casey's high score is posted with their full name: Casey John Clicker."
Video Comments
"I live in Blueville and my teacher is Mrs. Smith! Love this video!"
Toy Store Website
"Ads for robot puppies are following Casey on every other website."
Evidence Report
1. List three pieces of PRIVATE information Casey shared by accident:
2. Who else can see Casey's digital footprint? Why might they want to see it?
The Security Upgrade
Step 1: Check Your Settings
Which of these is the SAFEST way to share Casey's game score? (Circle one)
Share with my full name and school name.
Share with a nickname like "PizzaGamer55".
Share with a photo of me in my school jersey.
Step 2: Future Advice
Write one "Golden Rule" for Casey to follow the next time they use a new app:
Predictive Power Slides MIND READERS?
How Apps Guess What You Want Next
The "Up Next" Mystery
Have you ever finished a video and thought...
"How did YouTube know I'd like that?"
It's not magic. It's a recipe called an Algorithm.
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What is an Algorithm?
A Set of Instructions
Like a recipe for a computer to follow.
It Watches Patterns
It remembers what you clicked on before.
It Makes a Guess
It predicts what will keep you watching longest.
The Algorithm's Goal
Watch Time
The more time you spend on the app, the more ads you see. Ads = Money for the company.
Happiness?
If the app shows you things you like, you'll stay. But does it always show you what's best for you?
YOU ARE THE ALGORITHM!
In our next activity, you'll work in pairs. One of you is the User, and the other is the Algorithm. Can you predict their next move?
Ready?
Let's Predict!
Algo Match Activity The Human Algorithm
Predicting Your Partner's Patterns
Team Name: _____________________
Date: _________________________
1
The User's History
INSTRUCTIONS: Partner A is the USER. Check three things you have "watched" or "searched" for today:
Funny Cat Fails (Video)
How to Build a Minecraft Castle (Tutorial)
Outer Space Documentary (Science)
Baking Giant Cookies (Cooking)
Soccer Trick Shots (Sports)
2
The Algorithm's Choice
INSTRUCTIONS: Partner B is the ALGORITHM. Look at what the User checked. Predict what they should see "Up Next" to keep them watching:
Recommended Video Title:
Why did you pick this? (What pattern did you see?)
The Result:
Perfect Match!
Algorithm Error
Detective Reflection
If the algorithm keeps showing you the same kind of things forever, what might you miss out on?
Robot Help Slides Robot Help
Machines Doing the Impossible
Superhuman Tasks
Imagine a job that is...
Too Hot
Too Heavy
Too Dangerous
Humans have limits. But robots can explore volcanoes, lift cars, and work in outer space without needing to breathe.
Where are the Robots?
On the Farm
Drones watch for thirsty plants and robotic tractors plant seeds.
In Hospitals
Robots help surgeons be super precise and deliver medicine to rooms.
In Warehouses
Automated carts move thousands of boxes to help mail get to you fast.
Who Does It Better?
THE ROBOT
Repeat same task 1000x
Lift heavy steel beams
Calculate massive numbers
THE HUMAN
Use Empathy and Kindness
Solve new, creative problems
Understand feelings
CASE STUDY TIME
We're going to look at three real-world robots. You decide: Is this robot helping humans, or should a human do this job instead?
Open Case Files!
Robot Case Study Worksheet Robot Case Files
Evaluating Automation in Our Community
Field Agent: ____________________
Date: ________________________
Case #01: "The Aero-Farmer"
"This drone flies over 500 acres of corn in one hour. It uses special cameras to find bugs or dry soil and sends a map to the farmer's tablet."
Analysis:
This task is DULL (too boring for humans)
This task is DIRTY or DANGEROUS
Why is a robot better for this than a human on foot?
Case #02: "Moxi the Bot"
"Moxi is a robot in a hospital that delivers bandages and medicine to rooms. This gives nurses more time to talk to patients and comfort them."
Human vs. Machine:
What is the Human nurse doing that the Robot cannot do?
The Detective's Verdict
Think about your own community (school, park, or store). Where is one place a robot could help humans do a better job?
Location / Job:
What would the robot do?
Listening Device Slides Who's Listening?
The Secret Life of Smart Speakers
The Whispering Secret
"If you whisper a secret to a smart speaker, who else might hear it?"
Smart speakers are "Always On." They wait for a wake word (like "Hey Siri" or "Alexa"), but what happens to the words they hear before the wake word?
Listening...
The Big Debate
CONVENIENCE
Play music without touching a button.
Ask for the weather while getting dressed.
Help with spelling or math homework.
PRIVACY
Recording family conversations by mistake.
Sending data to companies to target ads.
Strangers (hackers) might listen in.
Think Like an Ethicist
1
Is it okay for a device to record you in your own bedroom?
2
Should you tell a friend if your house has a "listening" device before they visit?
3
Who should own the recordings: You or the company?
The Guest Guide
Today, you will draft a "User Guide for Guests." How can you help visitors feel safe and respected around the smart devices in your home?
Start Drafting!
Guest Privacy Guide Worksheet The Guest Guide
Privacy & Manners in a Smart Home
Host Name: _____________________
Date: ________________________
The Mission
A guest is coming over for a sleepover! You have a smart speaker in your living room and a smart doorbell with a camera. Your job is to make your guest feel safe and informed about the technology in your home.
Part 1: The Welcome Message
Write a short note you would say to your guest when they arrive to let them know about the "listening" devices:
"Hey! Just wanted to let you know that our smart speaker is in the corner and..."
Part 2: The Privacy Rules
Come up with three rules for using smart devices while a guest is visiting:
Part 3: The "Quiet Time"
When is one time you should definitely turn the "mute" button on for your smart speaker? Why?
Smart Manners Matter!
Future Team Slides Team 2040
The Future of Working Together
Now Hiring!
"HELP WANTED: We need a human to work with this robot. What will the human do?"
Year 2040
In the future, robots won't just replace jobs—they will become our teammates. But every team needs a specialist.
A Super Team
What Humans Do Best
Empathy
Understanding how someone feels and showing kindness.
Creativity
Coming up with a brand new idea that never existed before.
Ethics
Deciding what is right and wrong for the world.
Future Teammates
The Robot Chef Team
ROBOT: Cuts 10,000 onions perfectly and keeps the oven at 350° exactly.
HUMAN: Invents a new "Space Pasta" recipe and tastes to see if it needs more salt.
The AI Art Team
ROBOT: Paints 1,000,000 pixels in 2 seconds based on a description.
HUMAN: Chooses the story for the painting and makes sure it makes people feel happy.
DESIGN YOUR JOB!
It's time to create your own "Help Wanted" poster for the year 2040. What team will you build?
Grab Your Poster!
Future Job Poster Worksheet HELP WANTED: 2040
Design the Ultimate Future Team
The Name of the Job:
Example: Robotic Habitat Architect...
Designed By:
____________________
The Human
Skills Needed (Circle some):
Empathy Storytelling Taste Ethics Art
Main Responsibilities:
The Robot
Skills Needed (Circle some):
Heavy Lifting Math Speed Memory Repetition
Main Responsibilities:
Draw Your Future Team In Action!
Building the Future Together
