Dilemma: You see a suspicious email from your manager asking you to buy gift cards. What’s your next step?
Verify with your manager in person or through a separate email.
Why do scammers ask “Can you hear me?” in a phone call?
To trick you into saying “yes” so they can use your voice f
To verify your identity
Spot the Scam: Which of these is a safer email to open?
“Meeting reminder: Your Zoom link for today’s call”
“Congratulations! You’ve won a $1000 Amazon gift card!”
“Account security alert: Please log in to verify recent acti
Act It Out: Pretend to be a scammer trying to trick someone. Your classmate must detect the scam.
Example scenario: A scammer offers a fake investment opportunity.
Imagine you lost money in a scam. What could you have done differently?
Verify the source, research online, avoid clicking suspicious links.
Which of the following is NOT a typical scam?
Free vacation scam
Tech support scam
Romance scam
Eco-friendly donation scam
Scammers might try to pull the ____ over your eyes by pretending to be trustworthy.
wool
Fraudsters take people for a ____ by using fake identities and false promises.
ride
What does "give someone away" mean in the context of scams?
To give someone money
To expose someone’s true identity or intentions
To help a scammer
Roleplay: Convince a skeptical friend why they should never accept friend requests from strangers.
Explain risks of catfishing, identity theft, and fake profiles.
How has technology made it both easier and harder for scammers to operate?
Scammers use AI, fake profiles, and hacking, but security tools and awareness help prevent fraud.
Why do scammers often target elderly people? How can they be protected?
They may be less tech-savvy; they need awareness campaigns and family support.
Roleplay: A “bank representative” calls you asking for your account details. Respond wisely.
Ask for verification, hang up, and call your bank directly.
If someone says, “Your account has been suspended,” what should you do first?
Ignore it completely
Reply asking for more details
Check the sender’s email address and contact the company dir
Click the link to reactivate your account
What are three ways to verify if a website is legitimate before making a purchase?
Check the URL, look for secure payment options, read online reviews
If someone "keeps a low profile," what are they doing?
Making themselves noticeable online
Avoiding attention and protecting their privacy
Investigating scams
2 Truths & 1 Lie: Which of these is NOT true about scammers?
Scammers use fake identities
Scammers try to create urgency and fear
Scammers always use correct grammar and spelling
Create a Fake Scam Email Subject:
Example: “Urgent: Your Netflix account will be canceled unless you update your payment details now!”
If you were in charge of online security education, what steps would you take to prevent scams?
Public campaigns, school education, better online security laws.
If someone "pulls the wool over your eyes," what have they done?
Tricked you
Asked for help
Given you a gift
Scenario: You receive a message saying you’ve won a free trip. What do you do?
Ignore it, research the sender, never share personal details
It’s important to stay ____ when you receive unexpected messages asking for money.
vigilant
You should never click on a link if it catches you _ ____ and looks suspicious.
off guard
What is a common red flag of an email scam?
A lack of spelling mistakes
A professional-looking email signature
A personal greeting with your full name d) A lack of spellin
A sense of urgency and threats
Scammers try to ___ people into sharing personal information.
trick
What does "fall for a scam" mean?
To avoid a scam
To believe a scam and become a victim
To create a scam
Scenario: Your friend shares personal details online about an expensive new purchase. What advice would you give them?
Tell them to keep a low profile and avoid oversharing.
Scammers often use emotional manipulation. Which of the following is an example?
“Congratulations, you’ve won a prize!”
“A friend is in trouble and needs your help.”
“Act now or your account will be deleted!”
All of them.
The $1000 Question: You’ve just won a “mystery prize” in an online competition you don’t remember entering. What’s your reaction?
It’s a scam! Ignore the message, don’t click links, and never share personal details.