How to Write a Strong Password

Students will:

• Identify what makes a strong password.
• Use a template to teach others how to write a strong password. 
• Utilize design elements to engage learners.
• Share a completed project by uploading it to the LMS. 

Vocabulary Words:

1. Password: A password is a secret string of characters—including letters, numbers, and symbols—used to authenticate a user's identity and grant access to computer systems, devices, or secure data.
2. Design: A design is the intentional process of planning, sketching, or arranging elements to create a product. 
3. Slogan: A slogan is a short, memorable phrase used in marketing, politics, or advertising to express a core message, goal, or brand identity. 
4. Canva: Canva is a popular, user-friendly, web-based graphic design platform that enables users to create professional-looking visual content without advanced design skills.  

To prepare for this lesson:

•  Students complete the Password Power Up lesson from Common Sense Media.
• Students complete an Edpuzzle on strong passwords.
• Students play Interland Tower of Treasure.
• Teacher logs into Canva.
• The teacher posts links to the project points:
  • Canva 
  • Previous lesson materials as needed for refreshers 

See the Accommodations Page and Charts on the 21things4student website in the Teacher Resources. 

• Visuals for assignment expectations
  • How to log in to Canva
  • Step by step, on where to go to locate the elements needed
• Paired projects
  • For students who need one-on-one support, consider creating the project in pairs
  • Work with an educator to design before logging into Canva 
• Physical copy of the project to be created by the student, transferred to Canva by 1-on-1 or educator
  
  
•  ELL students can utilize the translation tools to present in their home language  

Directions for this activity:

1. Log in to Canva.com
2. Search for a “How To” Template
3. Design your poster with all the required parts
   • Title:  
     • “How to Create a Strong Password”
   • Password Tips: 
     • Write 3–5 tips for making a strong password.  (Examples: Use symbols, don’t use your name, mix letters and numbers)
   • Example Password:  
     • Show at least one example of a strong password.  (Example: $N1ckn@m3R0ckz!)
   • Design Elements:  
     • Add colors, images, icons, or shapes to make your poster stand out!  (Ideas: padlock, key, computer, shield, emoji)
   • Optional Slogan (Bonus!):  
     • Make up a fun saying about password safety. (Ex.  Password Protection = Positive Persona
   • Copy the link to your final poster when finished
     • Click Share
     • Change Access Level to Anyone with the link- Can View
     • Copy link
     • Turn it in 
   • Share the link on the LMS assignment 

Different options for assessing the students:

• Observations
• Check for understanding
• Rubric