Scam Analysis: Gig City Grift

Rose-Marie·

Media Literacy

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SubjectMedia Literacy

Original Prompt

Create a worksheet to go along with the episode of the video series Scam Goddess - "The Gig City Grift"

This learning resource focuses on developing students' critical media literacy skills through the analysis of scam techniques highlighted in the episode "Gig City Grift" from the podcast Scam Goddess. The lesson encourages students to identify common scam tactics, recognize warning signs, and discuss preventive measures. It includes guided listening notes for specific timestamps to pinpoint how scammers establish trust, create urgency, and employ various techniques to manipulate victims. Through collaborative discussions and reflective questions, students will connect their prior knowledge of scams to the information presented, making it relatable and applicable to real life. Furthermore, the activity culminates in a creative assignment where students design a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to educate others about scam awareness and prevention.