Digital Citizenship
We are raising our kids in a digital age. What should they know to be safe and responsible while using the Internet? How do they learn to navigate and use the Internet effectively to find information or communicate a message?
A digital citizen is a person who develops the skills and knowledge to effectively use the Internet and other technology, in order to participate responsibly and safely in social and civic activities. (adapted from www.dictionary.com)
Visit these sites to learn more about being a good digital citizen.
Resources for parents and kids on making smart media choices (including reviews of movies, apps, books, and video games).
What is Cyberbullying at www.StopBullying.gov
Learn about preventing Cyberbullying.
Digital Literacy is the ability to locate, evaluate, create, and communicate information using digital technology, requiring both cognitive and technical skills. (adapted from www.ala.org)Â
What does Digital Literacy look like in the classroom?
Students engage with digital content in addition to traditional print text (websites, videos, podcasts, online primary sources, databases)
Students use technology for communication
Students create digital products (movies/videos, podcasts, blog posts, slideshows, ebooks, stop motion videos, graphic novels, games)
Students share digitally (within the school and beyond)