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ACTIVITY 4 – Scams Learning Objectives • Students are able to identify characteristics of common scams and what to do when they encounter a scam. Lesson Duration » 60 minutes Teacher Notes Scams are tricks or “cons” to take your money and rip you off. There are many illegal, unethical or untrustworthy schemes which come in all shapes and sizes but they have a few common characteristics: • They tempt people by promising wealth, good health or weight loss. • They often offer a “free” gift and use some key phrases to capture a consumer’s interest such as “Make money now”, “No risk”, “Big profits guaranteed” and “Send Money NOW, this special offer won’t last”. Where can I find a scam? Scams can arrive in emails, SMS messages, in the post, by the telephone or you may even meet a scammer who will try to rip you off. Why do scams succeed? Scammers know what people want and they often put a lot of effort into making scams appear to be genuine, believable and exciting. Introduction Discuss Preparation » copy Scams activity sheet Explain to the class that this advertisement appeared in a newspaper. Cut your bills in 1⁄2 ! Simply send us $20 and we will send you everything you need to cut your bills in half. Send to: PO Box 111 Allenstown VIC 3399 Absolutely 100% guaranteed so act now!! Key Terms • scams • scammer • ripped-off BILL PAID BILL PAID BILL PAID Ask the class: “Who would like to have their bills (electricity, telephone, internet provider, water, gas) cut in half?” This advertisement appeared in an Australian newspaper and thousands of people sent $20. In return they received a pair of scissors to cut their bills in half. Did they get what they wanted? Ask the class: "What does it mean to be “ripped-off ”?" "What is a scam?" "What do you think this statement means, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is”?" CONSUMER AFFAIRS VICTORIA NEED CONSUMER HELP? 1300 55 81 81 www.consumer.vic.gov.au 21
Scams Task Distribute the Scams activity sheet. Conduct a Peer Assessment of the “Design Your Own Scam” activity from the Scams activity sheet. To help assess the scam students can design a checklist to assess the scam. This checklist could assess whether the scam: • tempts consumers to get involved • is believable • uses persuasive language • is original Conclusion Students review the K. W. L chart started at the beginning of this unit and record their findings. Assess student findings in their K. W. L chart. Conclusion Help protect yourself from Scams by visiting www.consumer.vic.gov.au. Consumer Affairs Victoria wants to help fight scams in Victoria. If you are a victim of a scam contact the Consumer Affairs Helpline on 1300 55 81 81 or visit www.consumer.vic.gov.au and select Dob-In-A Scam. Visit www.spendwell.com.au click on Buying then Information then Scams and check out the email scams. This website is produced by the Office of Consumer and Business Affairs in South Australia. Visit www.scamwatch.gov.au and test your understanding of the scammer’s techniques. This website is produced by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). 22 CONSUMER AFFAIRS VICTORIA NEED CONSUMER HELP? 1300 55 81 81 www.consumer.vic.gov.au
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