Lesson 9: Your Data and AI - Privacy in the Digital Age
Instructions: This worksheet will help you discover what personal information you've shared online and where it's accessible. Remember, you don't have to share your findings with anyone - this is for your own awareness and empowerment. Be honest with yourself as you complete each section.
List all the apps, websites, and online services you've used in the past week. Include social media, gaming, educational platforms, messaging apps, and streaming services.
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Choose 3-5 of your most-used platforms and analyze what personal information you provided when creating your account. Check all that apply.
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Review the permissions (access rights) you've granted to your apps. What can each app access on your device?
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To check permissions: On iPhone - Settings → [App Name] → Permissions. On Android - Settings → Apps → [App Name] → Permissions.
Examine the privacy settings on at least two of your main platforms. What privacy options are available, and what are your current settings?
| Platform | Privacy Settings Available | Current Settings |
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Identify which services are connected to each other (apps that share data or allow "sign in with Google/Facebook").
| Main Platform | Connected Apps/Services |
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Take time to thoughtfully reflect on what you discovered during your privacy audit.