Review the learning material and respond to the following prompts in your main discussion post. Be sure to support your opinion with learning materials or external resources.
Practicing digital citizenship includes knowing how to evaluate the information we encounter online. As discussed in section 3.8 of the TriSuccess reading, the TRAP test — assessing Timing, Relevance, Authority, and Purpose — provides a practical framework for determining if information is trustworthy. Information literacy helps us think critically about what we see, and using tools like the TRAP test equips us to identify disinformation, avoid fraud, and make smarter, more informed decisions about the information we choose to trust.
- Describe an internet scam that you have personally encountered or that someone you know has experienced. Based on the TRAP test and other concepts explored in this module, what advice would you give to others to help them avoid falling victim to similar scams?
- If you haven’t encountered an internet scam yourself, take a moment to research some common scams. Share the details of one, along with the warning signs or “red flags” that others can watch for to avoid being tricked.
When responding to classmates, share commonalities with the scam you discussed in your post, or share additional ways the scam could be spotted using the TRAP test or other concepts explored in this module.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Make your initial post by starting a NEW thread within 6 days of the beginning of each module.
- A substantial initial post is at least 200 words and thoroughly addresses the discussion questions. Support your opinion with learning materials or external sources.
- Respond to at least two classmates on different days by hitting reply in their original thread. Support your opinion with learning materials or external sources.
- A response to a classmate is 100 or more words (no simple agreements or disagreements).
There are no late penalties for this assignment. Please note that all work must be completed by the last day of class.
Discussion Requirements
In your own words, answer this module's discussion questions in a main post, and respond to at least two classmates’ posts. Your responses should go beyond surface-level comments and demonstrate thoughtful engagement with your peers' ideas.
Minimum Required Word Counts:
Undergraduate | Masters | Doctoral | Video DBs | |
Initial Post Word Count | 200 words | 250 words | 300 words | 3- to 5-minute video |
Response Post Word Count | 100 words | 150 words | 200 words | Per Degree-Level Expectations |
Assignment Details
- Main Post: Respond fully to the discussion question. Be sure to communicate your thoughts clearly and connect your ideas to course concepts or personal experiences where applicable.
- Responses to Classmates: Respond to at least two classmates. Each response should be detailed and contribute meaningfully to the conversation. Avoid brief replies like “I agree” or “Nice post.”
- Use of Learning Resources: At least one of your posts (either the main post or a response) should reference course learning resources and/or peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
- Posting on Multiple Days: Your posts must be made on at least two different days of the module to encourage ongoing participation.
- Main Post Due no later than the First Saturday of the module by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
- Response Posts Due: no later than end of module by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
There are no late penalties for this assignment. Please note that all work must be completed by the last day of class.
Rubrics