Classroom Discussion Questions for Consent Forms

Following are some examples of teachable material related to digital citizenship that teachers may wish to use with their students when reviewing the consent form document.

Discussion questions for teachers with students:

What is a digital footprint? Why is it important for us to manage what we do online?

2.3 Students must be advised of the potential consequences of their online activity and digital footprint and only engage in online activity that reflects high standards of digital citizenship.

How do the points in 2.4 apply to OUR classroom?

2.4 School related online activities are an extension of the classroom, and subject to all school and district expectations.

How do we protect our personal information?

2.5 Personal information, including, but not limited to, last names, birthdates, phone numbers, addresses, media (audio, video, images), financial or medical information must not be posted publicly online. When possible, students should provide anonymous personal information using aliases for online user accounts. Students should not share passwords.

Why is copying and pasting someone else's work considered plagiarism (cheating)?

2.7 Students must do their own work. They must not use intellectual property without permission. It is a violation of copyright law to copy and paste other’s thoughts. When paraphrasing another’s ideas, the sources must be cited. Sources must be properly cited when others’ thoughts, work or ideas are used.

In our classroom, how do we cite sources that we use including photos?

2.8 Many pictures and other media are protected under copyright laws. Students must cite sources and/or verify that they have permission to use an image, recording, video, or other media.

What are some ways to protect your privacy online? E.g. when creating accounts for web services or apps. What is the difference between using an alias or different birthdate vs. trying to impersonate someone else online?

2.9 Although students are encouraged to use an alias or different birthdate to increase privacy, students must not intentionally misrepresent themselves or use someone else’s identity in any other manner.

Why is it important to report unsuitable content or online behaviour? How do we do the reporting?

2.10 Students must report any content or behaviour that is not suitable in the school environment.