The "Essential Digital Values" workshop aimed to instill critical ethical and moral principles among students, emphasizing the importance of responsible online behavior. This interactive session highlighted values such as honesty, equality, and compassion, essential for fostering a safe and respectful digital environment.
Exploring Ethics and Principles for Online Conduct
The session opened with a reflective introduction, setting the stage for discussions on ethical conduct in both virtual and real-world contexts. Students actively participated in group activities, exploring questions like "What are digital values?" and "What principles should guide our behavior in the digital space?" These collaborative activities encouraged critical thinking and teamwork.
Promoting Respect, Equality, and Honesty
Following this, groups worked together to write their answers to questions about responsibilities in the digital realm, promoting respect and equality, and ensuring honesty when sharing information. This activity allowed students to reflect and express their ideas in a structured manner.
Connecting Digital Safety with Intersubjectivity: Respecting Dignity and Rights Online
A standout aspect of the workshop was its integration with the lesson on "Intersubjectivity" from the Introduction to the Philosophy of a Human Person subject. This linkage highlighted how promoting safe and inclusive internet practices aligns with respecting the dignity and rights of others, particularly marginalized groups, in the digital world. Students further showcased their understanding by creating performances and collages that captured the essence of the topic, demonstrating creativity and deeper reflection on the values discussed.
Assessing Impact and Setting Future Goals
The workshop was a resounding success, as evidenced by the students’ enthusiastic participation and their commitment to practicing ethical digital citizenship. At the end of the program, students answered a survey link to evaluate its effectiveness, providing insights for future improvements.
