As 21st century learners, students have the opportunity to explore and discover various sorts and vast amounts of information through online technology. We operate in an age of an abundance of information with quick and easy access and limitless possibility for discovery. However, certain skills are necessary when navigating the online world and looking for answers to questions we might have. When we engage in technology use we must acknowledge that we are members of a broader global community, and as such there is an expectation of appropriate behaviour, the awareness of rights and responsibilities, and and understanding of our role and impact as users is crucial.
Digital Citizenship is about belonging to a broader community...
Being online is a positive opportunity for all users to connect as a global community. Consider the following success criteria for a Digital Citizen:
Digital Citizens...
- practice problem solving and critical thinking skills when navigating different types of web pages and sources. They consider who it was written by and for what purpose, and identify biases when analyzing information from the site.
- acknowledge that although belonging to an online community may make you feel like you're anonymous and faceless, your actions are not. They take responsibility for all actions and dialogue online in the same way they would in person.
- practice visual literacy skills when seeking and using symbols online (for example, the symbol of a lock on email websites informs the user this is a secure and private page)
- are aware of their rights and responsibilities as users of technology. They engage in conversation at home and at school about appropriate and safe technology use in order to develop a solid understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
- acknowledge that ideas, images, videos and text online belong to someone else and should not be copied and presented as their own without permission or proper citation.
- at all times demonstrate good character (kindness, respect, responsibility, integrity, compassion and honesty) when using technology and making decisions online.
Digital Citizenship also means "minding your manners!"
"Netiquette" is network etiquette, the do's and don'ts of online communication. Netiquette covers both common courtesy online and the informal "rules of the road" of cyberspace. -www.albion.com/netiquette/ |
The video below is about appropriate online etiquette when taking an online course, however the information presented in the video provides a good overview of what "netiquette" is:
"Discussion Board Netiquette"
Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwdqQjCfWSc |
Check out these videos about Digital Citizenship:
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"12 Days of Digital Citizenship"
source: annaisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=5780317&pageId=123579566 |
"Super Digital Citizen" (Common Sense Media)
Source: www.commonsensemedia.org/videos/super-digital-citizen Video Discussion guide: www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/uploads/classroom_curriculum/edu-vd_k-5_superdigitalcitizen.pdf |
Parents & Teachers,
Explore this great resource about Digital Citizenship:
Common Sense Media
www.commonsensemedia.org/educators/digitalcitizenshipweek/home Overview: "Common Sense Media is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. We empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids’ lives." |
Digital Citizenship Gallery:
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