8.+Internet+Identity+Theft

=**Internet Identity Theft**= []
 * What is Identity Theft?**
 * Watch video:**

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 * Information:**


 * Handout:**

For this assignment you will create a comic strip that demonstrates an example of an identity theft that could happen as a result of someone stealing information from you. Go to [|www.stripgenerator.com]and once there you will need to REGISTER to create an account. After you set up an account, create a comic strip that shows an example of identity theft and publish it. After you publish... send it to your teacher via email.
 * LET'S CREATE A COMIC STRIP!**

Other sites to create comic strips: [|PIXTON] or [|TOONDOO SPACES]

In groups of 4, we will discuss Identity Theft. Using the topics and links below, **each student** in the group will pick a topic to research.
 * GROUP PROJECT:**

Topic A: Targets of fraud. Are any special groups targeted for identity theft fraud? [] []

Topic B. Personal Stories of Identity Theft. Find some personal stories of this fraud. What are the ramifications for the victim? Can a victim's employment be threatened? Can a victim's medical records be tapped into? [] []

Topic C. Warnings of identity theft. Are there any early warning signs that could tip a person off that their identity has been stolen? Should you trust your friends with your personal information? [] []

Topic D. What are the latest ways thieves gain access to personal information? What is some advice from thieves themselves on how to avoid having your identity stolen? []

Discuss your findings and then create a 10 minute presentation using power point.

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