Protecting personal data when using AI
Objective: The worksheet raises learners' awareness of protecting their privacy when using artificial intelligence. The aim is to develop a deep understanding of what “personal data” is, the risks involved in sharing it, and how to protect oneself from misuse through targeted security rules.
Content and methods: The content includes an age-appropriate introduction to sensitive personal data, the risks involved in the digital space, and the conscious use of passwords, apps, and one's own digital footprint. This is supplemented by case studies on data misuse and the development of specific security rules for everyday life. Methods include visual image analysis, multiple-choice tasks to consolidate knowledge, active categorization exercises, scenario-based case studies, and creative group work such as designing security posters to promote reflection and decision-making skills.
Competencies:
- Media literacy: Developing an awareness of one's “digital footprint” and protecting one's identity online
- Risk perception: Ability to recognize potential dangers such as identity theft or unauthorized data transfer via apps
- Action competence: Formulation and application of practical safety rules for everyday digital life
- Critical thinking: Questioning the trustworthiness of applications, even if they promise useful functions
Target group and level: From grade 7 and above
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Target group and level
Grades 7 and above
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Protecting personal data when using AI

What is personal data?
Look at the picture and read all the information. Then choose the correct statement.
Why is it necessary to protect personal data?
When personal data is shared on the internet or in AI programs, it can be used or misused by strangers.
Sort the terms into the correct fields and then answer the question.
Scenario
Form groups of four and read the following two scenarios carefully. Discuss:
- What data may be shared?
- What data may not be shared?
- What dangers could arise if the data is shared?
- Then formulate three tips on how to protect the data.
What data may be shared?
What data may not be shared?
What risks could arise if the data is shared?
Write down 3 tips on how to protect data.
Create AI safety rules
Work together to create a poster with 5 safety rules for using AI.
Steps:
- Discuss together: What is safe to share? What is not safe to share?
- Formulate short rules.
- Use colors or symbols.
- Each person later explains one rule to the class.
Examples of rule beginnings:
- “I never give …”
- “I ask first …”
- “I only share …”
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