Digital Citizenship
Practicing legal and ethical behavior with technology.
Definition
Digital Citizenship is defined as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use.
The Nine Elements
Digital Access
Digital access means there are users that have limited or no access to technology. In the classroom media resources will be used to provide technology to each student.
Digital Etiquette
Digital Etiquette refers to using technology with appropriate behavior that does not make other users uncomfortable. In the classroom we will discuss cyber-bullying.
Digital Law
Digital Law includes unethical use of technology to commit crimes. This may include identify theft, sending spam emails, creating viruses. In the classroom we will identify and discuss inappropriate uses of technology and the laws that govern behavior.
Digital Literacy
Digital Literacy involves teaching and learning the uses of technology. Learners must be able to learn and adapt quickly and efficiently. In the classroom we will be thoroughly in introducing and learning each digital tool.
Digital Communication
Digital Communication means understanding and using the appropriate forms of communication when necessary. There are many modes of communicating with technology such as email, cell phones, instant messaging. In the classroom we will use various platforms for communication to understand their optimal use.
Digital Commerce
Digital Commerce is the electronic buying and selling of goods. In the classroom we will discuss safe e-commerce practices and its impact on the economy.
Digital Rights and Responsibilities
Digital Rights and Responsibilities are the basic digital rights each technology user is entitled to. Rights and responsibilities include copyright issues and appropriate manners. In the classroom we will address copyright use and how to be productive digitally.
Digital Security
Digital Security is the precautions taken to protect an individual's information and life. In the classroom we will cover ways to protect your identify, interact with strangers and what information to share.
Digital Health and Wellness
Digital Health and Wellness is the physical and psychological well-being in the digital world. In the classroom we will learn correct posture and learn to limit the amount of hours spent with technology.
Digital Citizenship