Digital Citizenship
Moving beyond "Acceptable Use" to "Responsible Use"
The learning in this module is worth 1-3 Continuing Ed Credit Hours.
You can earn 1-2 hours in the Learn area below and an additional hour can be earned in the Do section by implementing something you've learned into your teaching and/or learning.
You can earn 1-2 hours in the Learn area below and an additional hour can be earned in the Do section by implementing something you've learned into your teaching and/or learning.
Complete the Share what you've Learned set by November 15; your certificate will be emailed to you.
Some of the links on various technology applications will take you to Atomic Learning.
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Learn-----Build your Understanding (1-2 hours of continuing ed credits are available in this area. Track your time to record it below.)
What Is Digital Citizenship?
"Digital citizenship can be defined as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use." It is the combination of technical and social skills that enable a person to be successful and safe in the information age. In today's world these skills are critical. Mike Ribble
- Read more about Digital Citizenship here.
What Is a Digital Footprint?
There are some definite concerns and some clear advantages to what may be included in your Digital Footprint.Your digital footprint is everything on the internet that is about you. This could include
- a profile on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest, etc
- photographs that you, your friends or family have posted online
- anything you have written or that has been written about you
- Read more about Digital Footprints here.
- Here's a 5 minute video about how big your digital footprint may be.
What Is Cyberbullying?
- Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Electronic technology includes devices and equipment such as cell phones, computers, and tablets as well as communication tools including social media sites, text messages, chat, and websites.
- Examples of cyberbullying include mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, or fake profiles.
Much of what we teach in this area is alongside the content that we teach through technology. Being aware of and looking for ways to incorporate these areas in our teaching and learning is critical for our students. These are topics that should be introduced as appropriate with students and then be consistently reviewed, modeled reinforced. Students need to learn how to act appropriately while using Technology.
- Read more about Cyberbullying here.
Below are some resources to browse as you consider what might work best with your students. Talk with others in your grade level or subject area as you select what fits for your students.
What are Teens Doing Online-PEW Internet research from May 2013 detailing how teens behave online
Videos for Professional Development from Common Sense Media--Numerous videos to build your professional knowledge of how online reosurces can be used and misused by adults adn students.
Videos to use in Classroom from Common Sense Media-Numerous videos that can be used with students to raise awareness of Digital Citizenship and teach students about appropriate use and engagement online
**Scope and Sequence of teaching Digital Citizenship skills to students.
Elementary Digital Citizen Poster-a printable poster for your classroom or to share in other ways
Should I Post a Photo MS/HS Poster-a printable poster for your classroom or to share in other ways
Digital Citizenship Poster MS/HS-a printable poster for your classroom or to share in other ways
Understanding your Digital Footprint (3 minute Atomic Learning Video)
What are Teens Doing Online-PEW Internet research from May 2013 detailing how teens behave online
Videos for Professional Development from Common Sense Media--Numerous videos to build your professional knowledge of how online reosurces can be used and misused by adults adn students.
Videos to use in Classroom from Common Sense Media-Numerous videos that can be used with students to raise awareness of Digital Citizenship and teach students about appropriate use and engagement online
**Scope and Sequence of teaching Digital Citizenship skills to students.
Elementary Digital Citizen Poster-a printable poster for your classroom or to share in other ways
Should I Post a Photo MS/HS Poster-a printable poster for your classroom or to share in other ways
Digital Citizenship Poster MS/HS-a printable poster for your classroom or to share in other ways
Understanding your Digital Footprint (3 minute Atomic Learning Video)
7 Short topics to Teach Digital Footprint to HS/MS-consider these as starting places for online teaching/learning
ProtectMyRep--a site by teens for teens about protecting online reputations-
Internet Safety Workshop from Atomic Learning (Many short videos totaling 1 hour)
Facebook for Students (3 Short videos from Atomic Learning)
Participating Respectfully Part 1-2 minute Atomic Learning Video
ProtectMyRep--a site by teens for teens about protecting online reputations-
Internet Safety Workshop from Atomic Learning (Many short videos totaling 1 hour)
Facebook for Students (3 Short videos from Atomic Learning)
Participating Respectfully Part 1-2 minute Atomic Learning Video
Participating Respectfully Part 2-1.5 minute Atomic Learning Video
Common Sense Media Tip Sheets for working with students/families
Screen Time-Considerations for time spent for children online. Several additional links on the bottom right under Related Articles
Three Tips for Building Social Etiquette with Students
Teachers--Staying safe online resources
Seven Deadly Sins article
7 Technology Tips for Teachers--Education Minnesota
Reasons for Discipline--Education Minnesota
Common Sense Media Tip Sheets for working with students/families
Screen Time-Considerations for time spent for children online. Several additional links on the bottom right under Related Articles
Three Tips for Building Social Etiquette with Students
Teachers--Staying safe online resources
Seven Deadly Sins article
7 Technology Tips for Teachers--Education Minnesota
Reasons for Discipline--Education Minnesota
***Do: (1 hour of continuing ed credit is available in this area.)
Consider and choose from the information above ideas and plans to implement with your students.