Digital CitizenshipClassroom Implications

Campbell County Schools2012-2013

What is Digital Citizenship?Digital citizenship is defined

as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use.

Dr. Riddle

Who is a good Digital Citizen?“...someone who is able to think critically about

the ethical opportunities and challenges of the “digital world” and make safe, respectful, and responsible choices”.

http://www.commonsensemedia.org

Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship

Access - full electronic participation in society

Commerce – electronic buying and selling of goods

Literacy – teaching and learning about use of technology Etiquette – electronic conduct

Communication - electronic exchange of informationLaw – responsibility for actions

Rights and Responsibilities – freedoms extended to everyoneHealth and Wellness – physical and psychological well beingSecurity – electronic self-protection

http://www.digitalcitizenship.net/Nine_Elements.html

Why Digital CitizenshipO Not just about E-RateO Provide training with the tools…O Can’t just rely on the AUPO Temper Words

O Did you say that? … What about tone? O Immerse learning into their world

O This is how they communicate, create…O Prepare for future …but also be aware of the

pitfalls and how to respond

Classroom Implications

OEmbrace technology … student useOUse when and where appropriate

O Rules and proceduresOModel appropriate technology useOTeach students to use responsibly

O Reinforce Nine Elements

To think aboutO Threaded discussions vs. just

responding to a post…O respect, resolution and compromise

modeledO In a bubble…

O interacting with and impacting each other/collaboration

O Having a voice…O communication skills