Communication can take many forms, and it is important that students have the opportunity to communicate in a variety of ways.

Digital Citizenship Considerations for Teachers

Copyright

  • All images, music, text, and other resources used must follow Fair Use Guidelines, and students must obtain permission if needed.

  • Model and teach Fair Use for all media and resources utilized.

  • Students should cite all resources used, even though they fall into Fair Use.

  • Share sources, such as Creative Commons, where students can find public domain media files.

Digital Citizenship

  • Model and teach students to use appropriate etiquette when collaborating digitally.

  • Establish norms for respectful language prior to online communication/collaboration.

  • Check that all students have an AUP on file allowing their work to be published online.

  • Establish norms for students to report unwanted or inappropriate communications.