Digital Citizenship
Digital citizenship is the appropriate and responsible use of the internet, computers and digital devices. Teaching digital citizenship is more than just having students follow rules, policies and procedures. Teaching digital citizenship helps to ensure that students think critically, behave safely, participate responsibly, and maintain their health and wellness in the digital world.
-Let's Talk Science, and October 05. “Digital Citizenship & Ethics.” Let's Talk Science, 5 Oct. 2020, letstalkscience.ca/educational-resources/backgrounders/digital-citizenship-ethics.
Private and Personal Information
It's in our students' nature to share and connect with others. But sharing online comes with some risks. How can we help kids build strong, positive, and safe relationships online? Help your students learn the difference between what's personal and what's best left private.
-“Private and Personal Information,” Common Sense Education (Common Sense Education, February 8, 2021), https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship/lesson/private-and-personal-information.
Password Protection
Data breaches and identity theft are on the rise, and the cause is often compromised passwords. After gaining access to a user’s credentials, many hackers will log into their accounts to steal more of their personally identifiable information (PII) like their names, addresses, and bank account information. They will use this information either to steal money from the user directly or to steal their identity. Identity theft can result in further financial losses or difficulty getting loans or employment.
-“How Secure Is My Password?: Password Strength Checker.” Security.org, 5 Jan. 2021, www.security.org/how-secure-is-my-password
Creativity, Copyright, and Fair Use
As creators, we need to be aware of copyright law and the appropriate ways to use original work responsibly with fair use. Being a creator means giving credit where credit is due, and getting credit for your original work!
-“Creativity, Copyright and Fair Use,” Common Sense Education (Common Sense Education, September 4, 2020), https://www.commonsense.org/education/videos/creativity-copyright-and-fair-use.
Fake News
In this era of incredible news stories, how do we know which ones are true? Hannah’s talk explains how the usual method of vetting news stories no longer applies in this unprecedented period. In this humorous talk, this fourteen year old offers a new method that helps authenticate a story and helps stop the proliferation of fake news.
Logue,Hannah, “How to Spot Fake News | Hannah Logue | TEDxYouth@Lancaste.” YouTube, uploaded by Tedx Talks, 12 Sept. 2019, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDxGZIW8Z74.
Digital Footprint
Every email, post, photo and click you make online leaves a trail. Even by reading this article, you’re adding to your ever-growing string of breadcrumbs online. It’s permanent, it follows you for life and it’s not going anywhere—it’s your digital footprint.
-“Your Digital Footprint: What Is It and How Can You Manage It?” Security.org, 16 May 2018, https://www.rasmussen.edu/student-experience/college-life/what-is-digital-footprint/
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is the use of technology to harass, threaten, embarrass, or target another person. Online threats and mean, aggressive, or rude texts, tweets, posts, or messages all count. So does posting personal information, pictures, or videos designed to hurt or embarrass someone else.
-“Cyberbullying” https://kidshealth.org/, April 2018, https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/cyberbullying.html
Media Balance
Finding an appropriate media balance is important in allowing our minds and bodies to function in a healthy manner. Knowing when and why you should take breaks from the online/tech space will allow a healthier and happier general and digital well being.