K-5 November Curriculum

November: Appreciation

A digital citizen who is appreciative is able to understand the advantages technology provides, inquire about the role technology plays in the lives of others in their communities, and think about how to create a healthy, balanced relationship with the technology in their life.

Digital Citizenship Components:

  • Respect
      • Digital Etiquette and Law - Treating others respectfully and mindfully
  • Connect
      • Digital Communication - Asking others how they use/view technology and the advantages and problems associated with it
  • Protect
      • Digital Health and Wellness - Thinking about ways to create a healthy balance with technology

Supporting Traits:

  • Thankfulness
  • Gratefulness
  • Participation

T.H.I.N.K Like a Digital Citizen

Grades 4 and 5

CPP Tech Skills Addressed:

Digital Citizenship:

  • Know basics of online etiquette (T.H.I.N.K model)
  • List trouble-shooting techniques for instances of online-harassment/cyberbullying
  • Model basics of correct digital communication (use of CAPITALS, posting frequency, clarity in expression in an on-line format)
  • Describe basics of what entails online/digital harassment
  • Describe the qualities of both positive and negative online "communities" and interactions

Internet Safety:

  • Identify ways in which an individual can be affected by his/her online presence (digital footprint)
  • Recognize possible risks involved with online communication/interaction
  • Identify strategies involved in minimizing the risks of online communication (structural - passwords, filters; personal - no identifying information, adult supervision)

Objectives, Lesson Plan and Supplementary Resources for Content Areas

Presentation:

THINK Like a Digital Citizen

Lesson Plan:


Supplementary Activities:

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T.H.I.N.K. Like a Digital Citizen K-5 Lesson Plan
T.H.I.N.K.ing About Technology In Our Home Elementary