Digital Citizenship
Being a Responsible user of Technology in an Online Society
9 Elements of Being a Digital Citizen
1. Digital Access
Access to information on the web is available for many but not all. Being mindful that some of the population does not have access to the internet and the same information. Some people might have limited access.
2. Digital Commerce
The buying and selling of goods online had become a large percentage of our purchases.
Issues to be aware of;
- secure site
- identity theft
- unsolicited email
- credit card misuse
- legitimacy of goods
- rules and regulations of the rights to distribute and copyright.
Issues to be aware of;
- secure site
- identity theft
- unsolicited email
- credit card misuse
- legitimacy of goods
- rules and regulations of the rights to distribute and copyright.
3. Digital Communication
The electronic exchange of communication.
The ability to communicate with people around the world in a variety of methods
- text messaging
- cell phones
- e-mail
- social media and web 2.0
The ability to communicate with people around the world in a variety of methods
- text messaging
- cell phones
- social media and web 2.0
4. Digital Literacy
Teaching and learning about digital technology, when and how to use it.
Use of technology as a tool and how to access and use the information found
Ability to be a flexible and find information on the go with accuracy and accountability
Use of technology as a tool and how to access and use the information found
Ability to be a flexible and find information on the go with accuracy and accountability
5. Digital Ettiquitte
The standards of conduct expected by other digital technology users
The rules of online society
Common courtesy
The rules of online society
Common courtesy
6. Digital Law
The legal rights, regulations, and restriction governing technology use
Follow copyright laws
Download information and files like music only with permission.
Follow copyright laws
Download information and files like music only with permission.
7. Digital Rights and Responsibilities
Digital Citizens have the same rights as their country for example charter of rights and freedom, and with the rights there are also regulations in conduct
8. Digital Security
Electronic precautions to ensure security and protection online ie
firewall
virus protection
encryption of wireless network
secure passwords
never share personal information
firewall
virus protection
encryption of wireless network
secure passwords
never share personal information
9. Digital Health and Wellness
elements of physical and psychological well being related to digital technology use
eye strain
back problems
addictions to technology
moderation and balance in life
eye strain
back problems
addictions to technology
moderation and balance in life
Accountability & responsibility in a digital world | Paul Davis | TEDxStMaryCSSchool
Resources
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