Objectives

Students will identify ways to avoid identity theft and fraud, such as securing sensitive financial data, using care when participating in online commerce, avoiding phishing and pharming, and properly disposing of sensitive documents.

What is a Scam

Watch this video on what a scam is.

Identity Thefts Targeted at Kids

Watch this video on how identity thieves target children.

Watch this video on what you should do if you are ever a victim of identity theft.

Watch this news story on how identity theft has affected individuals and families.

Watch this video on how to protect yourself from identity theft.

Study this infographic on two techniques for stealing your identity.