What is a GOOD Digital Citizen?
For Teachers
We are living in a digital age!
What does this mean? It means that most of us are, or will eventually become members of the digital community and information megalopolis of the internet. congratulations on your citizenship! With this citizenship, like immigrating into any country, there comes the need for a certain kind of etiquette and a level of personal responsibility.
ISTE - Connected learning. Connected world.
How can we use tech positively to connect with others?
The reach and impact of technology has changed the way that students and educators learn, and access information. With this change, there comes challenges, such as plagiarism, cyber safety, and the task of navigating through mires of information to find credible sources for information. Alongside this, the trend of cyberbullying that has plagued schools. It seems overwhelming!
Positive Use and Interation with and of Technology
Positive Reputation Goes a Long Way!
This information was written for parents, but it can be applicable to students as well!
Five Positive Effects of Technology on Education
Having doubts about the positives of technology? Here are five ways that integrating technology into the classroom has improved the educational experience.
The Benefits of Teens using Technology
This article published on the Center for Innovative Public Health outlines these stark and sometimes shocking benefits that Teens have experienced from using Technology.
A quick guide to Digi-Manners
Digital Citizenship
Is defined as...
A digital citizen refers to a person utilizing information technology (IT) in order to engage in society, politics, and government participation. K. Mossberger,
Mossberger, Karen. "Digital Citizenship - The Internet, Society and Participation"
A digital citizen refers to a person utilizing information technology (IT) in order to engage in society, politics, and government participation. K. Mossberger,
Mossberger, Karen. "Digital Citizenship - The Internet, Society and Participation"
How Can We Be Good Citizens? (Click on links for resources)
Stay current!
Follow the latest technology trends. Keep up with your students and TALK about the technology with them!
Use it in the classroom!
Technology engages students. Here is an article with tips on how you can really make the most of it in your classroom.
Practice Good Netiquette!
The best online presence for an educator is a positive, professional one.
Open ROADS to a Better Connected World