Risk Management
Practicum in Business Management
Lesson Plan
Performance Objective
Upon completion of this lesson, each student will understand how to use technology safely and responsibly.
Students will also learn how to purchase and maintain supplies and equipment.
Specific Objectives
 Students will identify and describe examples of cybercrimes.
 Students will list ways to protect themselves from cybercrimes.
 Students will identify ways to be safe while on the internet.
 Students will identify steps for purchasing and maintaining supplies and equipment.
Terms
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Acceptable Use Policy – a policy that outlines, in writing, how a school or district expects its community
members to behave with technology.
 Computer virus – a computer program usually hidden within another program or file and usually
performs a malicious action.
 Cyber bullying – using the Internet to support deliberate, repeated and hostile behavior by an
individual or group that is intended to harm someone else
 Cyber crime (also spelled cybercrime) – any criminal or other offense that is facilitated by or involves
the use of electronic communications or information system
 Cyber security – the protection of computers, networks, programs and data from unintended or
unauthorized access, change or destruction
 data integrity – the accuracy and consistency of stored data
 Fraud – the crime of obtaining money or property by deceiving people
 Policies – a set of ideas or a plan for action followed by a business, a government, a political party, or a
group of people
 Supplier – a person, company, or country that provides goods of a particular kind
 Vendor – a person or company that sells goods or services
Definition references
 http://www.duhaime.org/LegalDictionary/C/Cyberbullying.aspx
 http://cybercrime.org.za/definition
 http://www.umuc.edu/cybersecurity/about/cybersecurity-basics.cfm
 http://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/american-english/fraud
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This lesson should take 3-5 class days to complete.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the activities may result
in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
130.122C Knowledge and skills
(3) The student abides by risk-management policies and procedures for technology to minimize
loss:
(A) adhere to technology safety and security policies such as acceptable use policy and web
page policies;
(B) apply ergonomic techniques to technology tasks;
(C) adhere to laws pertaining to computer crime, fraud, and abuse;
(D) follow procedures used to restart and recover from situations such as system failure and
virus infection;
(E) follow policies to prevent loss of data integrity; and
(F) adhere to the organization’s policies for technology use.
(16) The student implements processes for purchasing business supplies, equipment, and services.
The student is expected to:
(A) maintain vendor and supplier searches;
(B) conduct vendor and supplier searches; and
(C) negotiate terms with vendors.
(17) The student establishes procedures to maintain equipment and supplies. The student is
expected to:
(A) determine equipment needed;
(B) determine supplies needed;
(C) establish equipment and supplies maintenance systems;
(D) schedule equipment maintenance; and
(E) use equipment and supplies maintenance procedures.
Interdisciplinary Correlations
English
110.42(b) Knowledge and skills.
(6) Reading/word identification/vocabulary development. The student uses a variety of strategies to
read unfamiliar words and to build vocabulary. The student is expected to:
(A) expand vocabulary through wide reading, listening, and discussing; and
(B) rely on context to determine meanings of words and phrases such as figurative
language, idioms, multiple meaning word(9s, and technical vocabulary.
(7) Reading/comprehension. The student comprehends selections using a variety of strategies. The
student is expected to:
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(F) identify main ideas and their supporting details;
(G) summarize texts; and
(J) read silently with comprehension for a sustained period of time.
Speech
110.56 (b) Knowledge and skills
(1)(A) explain the importance of communication in daily interaction;
(2)(E) participate appropriately in conversations for a variety of purposes;
(3)(A) The student uses appropriate communication in group settings
(E) use appropriate verbal, non-verbal, and listening strategies to communicate effectively in
groups;
(5)(B) use language clearly and appropriately;
Tasks
 Students will secure signatures on all forms, as specified by the teacher.
 Students will return all paperwork in a timely manner.
Accommodations for Learning Differences
It is important that lessons accommodate the needs of every learner. These lessons may be modified to
accommodate your students with learning differences by referring to the files found on the Special
Populations page of this website (cte.unt.edu).
Preparation
 Copy the handouts
 Have multimedia presentations ready to show
Instructional Aids
 Student Notes sheet
 Student worksheets
Materials Needed
 Copies
 pencils
Equipment Needed
 Teacher computer
 Projector (for digital presentation)
 Calculators
Introduction
Learner Preparation
 Ask students to think of actions that people do on the internet or with technology that may be illegal
or unethical.
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Have students come up with real life consequences for each other actions listed above.
Ask students why it is important to properly take care of equipment and keep up-to-date information
on that equipment.
Lesson Introduction
 Ask students to fold a sheet of paper in half and label one side of the paper as Do’s and the other side
of the paper as Don’ts. Then have each student list things that a person should and should not do when
they are using technology and the internet.
 Discuss with students the risks involved when not using technology safely.
 Have students make a list of all the technology in the classroom. Then ask students what type of
information should be kept on each item for maintenance and ordering purposes.
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Outline
OUTLINE
MI
NOTES TO TEACHER
I.
Acceptable Technology Use
II.
Acceptable Internet Use
III.
Equipment Purchases &
Maintenance
Acceptable Use Policy handout - The
teacher may place the following
information in a presentation format
or simply give it to the students as a
handout and have a class discussion
over the information.
Student Presentation of District
Policy- The teacher will provide
students with a copy of the district’s
internet acceptable usage policy.
Company Technology/Internet Use
Policy- Students will research the
Internet Use policy of a company and
work together to come up with a skit.
Teacher will share Equipment
Maintenance Tips with the class.
Students will take an inventory of the
classroom supplies and equipment
using the Classroom Inventory
worksheet. Then students will use the
Order Form to order any
supplies/equipment that needs to be
replaced or replenished.
Students will take an inventory of the
items in their house using the
Household Inventory/Maintenance.
Multiple Intelligences Guide
Existentialist
Interpersonal
Intrapersonal
Kinesthetic/
Bodily
Logical/
Mathematical
Musical/Rhythmic
Naturalist
Verbal/Linguistic
Visual/Spatial
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Application
Guided Practice
The teacher will use the multimedia presentations to teach the material. The teacher will monitor students’
independent practices.
Summary
Review
 List 3 things a person can do to stay safe on the internet.
 Why is it important to follow technology use and internet use policies?
 Why is it important to keep track of equipment?
Evaluation
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Informal Evaluation:
o Teacher will check for understanding
o Very small work group option (students help each other)
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Formal Evaluation:
o Tests over the material
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Acceptable Use Policy Class Discussion
Teacher Instructions: You may place the following information in a presentation format or simply give it to the
students as a handout and have a class discussion over the information.
Tips when using technology:
 Visit websites recommended by responsible adults such as your parents or teachers
 Ensure I get the proper permission or license when downloading files from the Internet
 Share only legal files with my friends or fellow classmates
 Check with a responsible adult first before buying any items online
 When chatting be wary of strangers, and do not respond to people you do not know
 Just like going outside your house, let your parents know which sites you’ve been to and the people
you have been communicating with online. It is important that your parents are informed of your
activities online.
Steps you can you take to help ensure that your computer is protected:
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Use of anti-virus software; keep your software updated
Don’t open emails or attachments from unknown or suspicious sources – when in doubt delete the
entire message, including attachments
Use firewall software
Use hard-to-guess passwords; don’t share your passwords and don’t use them in more than one place
Regularly back-up your data
Don’t share your computer with strangers
Disconnect your computer from the Internet when not in use
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 Student Presentation of District Policy
Teacher Instructions: Provide students with a copy of the district’s internet acceptable usage
policy.
Student Instructions: In groups of 2 – 3, create a presentation that may be shown to the entire
student body to summarize the district’s acceptable use policy for technology and internet
usage.
Presentation Rubric:
20 Points
Organization Thoughts and points
well organized
throughout the
presentation
Delivery &
The student is easy
Clarity
to hear and
understand and
engages the
audience throughout
the presentation.
Content
The student reflects
on the experience
and shows evidence
of what was learned.
Presentation The student appears
Skills
to be very
knowledgeable on
the content.
Visuals
The student
incorporates
appropriate pictures
directly related to
the content.
15 Points
Thoughts show
some organization
throughout the
presentation.
The student is hard
to hear and
understand and the
audience is
somewhat engaged
throughout the
presentation.
The student shows
little evidence of
what was learned.
The student
shows little
knowledge of the
content.
The student
incorporates
pictures, or other
products, not
directly related to
the content.
10 Points
Points
Earned
Thoughts are
unorganized
throughout the
presentation.
The student is not
heard or understood
and the audience is
only a little engaged
throughout the
presentation.
The student shows
no evidence of what
was learned.
The student shows no
knowledge of the
content.
The student does not
include pictures or any
other visual products, in
the presentation.
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Company Technology/Internet Use Policy
Student Instructions: Search the internet to find the Technology/Internet Use Policy for a
company. Then compare and contrast the company’s policy with the district’s policy using the
Venn diagram below or another comparison chart.
District’s Policy
Company’s Policy
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Company Technology/Internet Use Policy Skit
Student Instructions: In a small group (no more than 6 people), students will create a skit
dealing with one of the following issues:
 Misuse of office supplies and equipment
 Misuse of technology or internet
 Computer crime, fraud, and/or abuse
Criteria
weight
The skit should be 5 to 7 minutes long and the setting must be in a workplace.
Understanding
40%
of Topic
Cooperation
Presentation
30%
30%
Exceptional
Admirable
Acceptable
Attempted
 Factual
 Factual
information is
information is
accurate
mostly accurate
 Indicates a clear  Good
understanding of
understanding
topic
of topic
 Factual
information is
somewhat
accurate
 Fair
understanding
of topic
 Information is
inaccurate
 Presentation is
off topic
 Accepts ideas of
others; able to
compromise
 All members
contribute
 Accepts most
ideas without
negative
comments; able
to compromise
 Some members
contribute
 Unwilling to
compromise
 Few members
contribute
 Group does not
work together
 One person does
all the work
 Shows
confidence
 Informative
 Entertaining;
engages
audience
 Speaks loudly
and clearly
 Appropriate use
of body language
 Shows some
confidence
 Presents some
information
 Engages
audience
 Can be heard
 Some use of
body language
 Unsure of
responsibility
 Somewhat
informative
 Engages
audience
intermittently
 Hard to hear
 Some
movement
 Portrayal stalls
 Lacks
information
 Audience bored
 Mumbles
 Body language is
lacking;
inappropriate
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Equipment Maintenance Tips
Proper maintenance of equipment will extend the useful life of the equipment and reduce the need for
repairs. Therefore it is important to:
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Develop a set of maintenance plans and procedures
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Keep proper records
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Create a cleaning schedule
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Store equipment in the proper environment
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Back up data on a daily basis
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Clean the outside of the case
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Inspect all devices on a weekly basis
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Delete any unnecessary temporary files
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Perform an extensive maintenance check every six months
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Keep track of the purchase dates, serial number, routine maintenance and repair of all equipment
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Classroom Inventory
Student instructions: Students will take an inventory of the equipment and supplies located in the classroom.
Students will note the quantity and condition of each item. Students may create a chart on paper or in a
spreadsheet. See example below:
CLASSROOM INVENTORY
Objects
Quantity
Student Desks
Student Chairs
Student Tables Rectangular
Student Tables Round
Student Tables Crescent
Lab Bench
Computer Tables
Combo Desk/Chair
File Cabinets 2 Drawer
File Cabinets 4 Drawer
Standing Cabinets (metal with doors)
Book Shelf Short (3 shelf)
Book Shelf Tall (5 shelf)
Teacher Desks
Teacher Chairs
Other (Please Describe)
Condition
25 Fair
28 Good
1 Good
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
1 Fair
1 Good
n/a
1
1
1
1
Fair
Good
Good
Excellent
n/a
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New Equipment/Supplies Order Form
Student instructions: Students will complete the form below to request any new equipment/supplies for the classroom.
DEPARTMENT:
EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES ORDERS REQUEST FORM
DATE:
CONTACT PERSON:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
APPROVED BY:
APPROVED BY:
RECEIVED BY:
DATE
STOCK #
DESCRIPTION OF ITEM
QTY
REC'D
B/O
B/O REC'D
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Household Inventory/Maintenance
Student Instructions: Take an inventory of your household items (this is often done for
insurance purposes). Include the following information for each item:
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Name
Brand
Model
Serial number
Date of purchase
Price
Room the item is located in
Create the inventory in a spreadsheet software so that it may be updated when needed.
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