Master Educator
February 2020 Newsletter
Reasons to Teach Digital Citizenship This School Year:
Go Guardian (2019)
Digital Access Equitable digital access is reliable access to current and emerging technologies and digital resources, with connectivity for all students, including those with special needs, teachers, staff and school leaders. | Digital Commerce Digital Commerce is the buying and selling of goods electronically, as well as protecting one's financial information online. Teachers and students alike need to continually acquire new skills, new habits, and develop new attitudes towards online transactions. | Digital Communication Digital Communication is the electronic exchange of information. To keep the lines of communication open between school and home, administrators need the right oversight and management controls to help everyone in their communities feel safe. |
Digital Access
Digital Commerce
Digital Communication
Digital LiteracyDigital Literacy encompasses a number of 21st-century skills related to using technology effectively and appropriately. While each state may not have specific standards, there are some common points all lessons on digital literacy should include. | Digital EtiquetteAs participants of a technology-driven society, we are expected to demonstrate appropriate behavior and choices in the digital community as well as understand the impact and consequences of those choices. All digital technology users must be aware of others when using technology and understand how technology use can affect others. | Digital LawDigital law can be defined as the legal rights and restrictions governing technology use. In today's world, individuals need to take electronic responsibility for actions and deeds. The webpage below gives an overview of what digital law is, types of violations and their consequences, and resources for teachers to teach digital law. |
Digital Literacy
Digital Literacy encompasses a number of 21st-century skills related to using technology effectively and appropriately.
While each state may not have specific standards, there are some common points all lessons on digital literacy should include.
Digital Etiquette
As participants of a technology-driven society, we are expected to demonstrate appropriate behavior and choices in the digital community as well as understand the impact and consequences of those choices. All digital technology users must be aware of others when using technology and understand how technology use can affect others.
Digital Law
Digital law can be defined as the legal rights and restrictions governing technology use. In today's world, individuals need to take electronic responsibility for actions and deeds. The webpage below gives an overview of what digital law is, types of violations and their consequences, and resources for teachers to teach digital law.
Digital Rights & ResponsibilitiesStudents have the privilege and freedom to engage in technology use during school as well as at home. However, there are expectations that accompany the privileges and freedom to use technology. Students must act responsibly as they participate in the digital world. | Digital Health & Wellness Digital Health & Wellness refers to physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world. We are still learning about the impact excessive screen time can have on students’ physical and emotional wellness. But the good news is with a bit of awareness and communication, it’s possible for teachers and students to manage technology behavior. | Digital Security Digital Security includes self-protection and electronic precautions to guarantee safety. Vicki Davis outlines the fundamentals of responsible digital citizenship through the “9 key Ps.” Putting these practices into daily use in your classroom is a great way to model digital citizenship for your students. |
Digital Rights & Responsibilities
Students have the privilege and freedom to engage in technology use during school as well as at home. However, there are expectations that accompany the privileges and freedom to use technology. Students must act responsibly as they participate in the digital world.
Digital Health & Wellness
Digital Security

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