Lesson pack: ASAP educational programme, Learning Unit – Role Models

This educational lesson explores the concept of role models and influencers in young people’s lives, with a focus on how social media shapes perceptions of success, identity, and behaviour. Through a series of structured activities, students analyze different types of role models, compare online and offline influences, and reflect on their own values and aspirations. The lesson encourages critical thinking about authenticity, idealized lifestyles, and the impact of influencers on self-image and decision-making.

LINK TO THE RESOURCE: https://www.socialmediakids.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ASAP_R321_Handbook_LU_Role-Models_en_final.pdf

• Title of the resource: Lesson pack: ASAP educational programme, Learning Unit – Role Models
• Authors:
  • Fondazione Politecnico di Milano (Italy) 🇮🇹
  • PEPITA ONLUS (Italy) 🇮🇹
  • Associazione Le Nius (Italy) 🇮🇹
  • Deformação e Animação Cultural (Portugal) 🇵🇹
  • DOBA Business School (Slovenia) 🇸🇮
  • ProEduca z.s. (Czech Republic) 🇨🇿
  • Comprensivo Statale Via Bologna Bresso (Italy) 🇮🇹
  • DKMK (Croatia) 🇭🇷
• Language: English 🇬🇧
• Year of publication: 2025
• Keywords: Influencers, Role models, Social media

Learning outcome 1: Social Media & Influencers

• • reflect on their own values, interests and strengths
  • talk about who they are and what makes them unique
  • recognize that online profiles do not show the whole person

Learning outcome 2: Self-image & Self-esteem

• • explain how comparing themselves to others online can be harmful
  • recognize unrealistic images and expectations on social media
  • talk about positive and negative feelings related to social media use

Learning outcome 3: Social Media & Influencers

• • recognize influencer content and understand its purpose
  • explain how likes, followers and comments can influence behavior
  • question whether online role models are realistic

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