Digital Citizenship
By: MiaChanel Nguyen
What is digital citizenship?
Digital citizenship is knowing how to use technology appropriately. You are responsible for everything you do online. Anyone can access it so you have to be careful. Leave a good digital footprint on the world!
The Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship
- Digital Access
- Digital Commerce
- Digital Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Digital Etiquette
- Digital Law
- Digital Rights & Responsibilities
- Digital Health & Wellness
- Digital Security
Digital Access
Definition: full electronic participation in society
- not everyone has the same opportunities to the use of technology
- some people have limited access to technology
Digital Commerce
Definition: electronic buying and selling of goods
- most of the market is done electronically these days
- however, there are some issues that come with buying and selling online
- we have to be effective consumers in a digital economy
Digital Communication
Definition: electronic exchange of information
- you have to be careful what you say and type online
- anyone has access to whatever you post, comment, email, or anything you do on social media
- you always have to be respectful and think about how your words might affect someone reading what you said
Digital Literacy
Definition: process of teaching and learning about technology and the use of technology
- you have to understand and know how to learn correctly in a digital society
Digital Etiquette
Definition: electronic standards of conduct or procedure
- you have to use technology appropriately
- you have to be a responsible citizen
- follow the rules when you are using technology
Digital Law
Definition: electronic responsibility for actions and deeds
- follow the rules of society
- stealing or causing damage to people's work, identity, or property is a crime
- hacking, downloading illegal music, plagiarizing, creating viruses, or spamming is unethical
Digital Rights & Responsibilities
Definition: those freedoms extended to everyone in a digital world
- every digital citizen has the right of privacy and free speech
- you have to be responsible of these rights and use them correctly
Digital Health & Wellness
Definition: physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world
- it is very dangerous when you use a digital device excessively
- using technology too much is not healthy for your body and mind
Digital Security
Definition: electronic precautions to guarantee safety
- you have to protect your personal information and do not do anything that could possibly harm you
- never talk to strangers online
- leave a good digital footprint
What do using the nine elements of digital citizenship do for you and for others?
Respecting yourself and others by using:
- Digital Etiquette
- Digital Access
- Digital Law
Educating yourself and connecting with others by using:
- Digital Literacy
- Digital Communication
- Digital Commerce
Protecting yourself and others by using:
- Digital Rights and Responsibilities
- Digital Safety
- Digital Health and Wellness
About The Author
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Email: nmiachanel3696@yahoo.com
Location: Irvine, CA, United States