Education Standards
How to be Safe on the Internet
Poem
Rings of Responsibility
Why Digital Literacy Matters
Digital Citizenship Lesson
Overview
Let's learn how to be a good digital citizen.
Digital Citizenship
Explain to students what Digital Citizenship is and tell them the six key concepts.
Digital citizenship refers to the responsible use of technology by anyone who uses computers, the Internet, and digital devices to engage with society on any level. Good digital citizenship engages young students and shows them how to connect with one another, empathize with each other, and create lasting relationships through digital tools. Bad digital citizenship, on the other hand, entails cyberbullying, irresponsible social media usage, and a general lack of knowledge about how to safely use the Internet.
There are six key concepts to understand about digital citizenship:
- media balance and well-being
- privacy and security
- digital footprint and identity
- relationships and communications
- cyberbullying, digital drama, and hate speech
- news and media literacy
Rings of Responsibility
Teaching digital citizenship is all about helping kids think beyond themselves and recognize the ripple effects of their actions. Personal responsibility is important, but understanding their responsibilities to others can help kids unlock new ways to learn and connect with their communities -- and even change those communities for the better.
Play the video for students and discuss with them.
Exploring the Internet
Let's explore some websites and see if they are a "good fit" for you. They are linked on the Google Doc. Give this website a thumbs up if it is a good fit for you. If it is NOT a good fit, give it a thumbs down and write a note telling us why it's not a good fit!