What is Digital Citizenship?
Digital Citizenship can be defined as the ability to use technology in the digital world while following the same rules, behaviors, and expectations that one follows in the real world. Simply a person should be using technology in a responsible, appropriate, and safe manner. To ensure that you are using technology appropriately nine digital citizenship elements have been created as a guide.
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(Common Sense Education, 2015)
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I already know how to use technology. Why is digital citizenship important anyways?
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Digital Citizenship is important because technology use will increase during your educational career and at home. Knowing how to properly and appropriately use this technology to benefit your educational and personal goals will help you to become a responsible member of our digital society. Our digital society has rules and procedures just like your classroom. By following the rules and using the technology correctly you will be able to participate in fun activities and even create exciting products. How can you use this digital citizenship information to become a digital superhero?
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(The Meadowbrook School of Weston, 2016)
(Common Sense Education, 2014)
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Website Overview
Rights and Responsibilities
By exploring this element you will learn the rules, laws, and expectations that exist when entering into the digital world. There are a lot of fun and exciting opportunities when using technology, but do you know how to use it appropriately in school and at home?
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Digital Access
In this section you will learn the importance of creating equal access to technology for all people regardless of gender, race, abilities, or your families resources.
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Digital Communication
This digital citizenship element will help you to understand the rules and etiquette that should be followed when using technology to communicate with others in the classroom and at home.
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Who should use this site?
This site was created for elementary school students in grades three through five and their teachers to help students understand the importance of becoming a responsible digital citizen.
(Artsybee, 2017)
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