Laura SwearingenBellville Independent School District
2011
9 Elements of Digital
Citizenship
What is a ‘Digital Citizen’Basically, a digital citizen is anyone who uses digital tools such as computers, cell phones, or the internet in their work, school or for recreation. Just like citizens of a city have to adopt rules and standards of behavior in order to live together, those of us in the digital world should do the same. - Pensacola Catholic High School
Mike Ribble states: "It is not enough to create rules and policy, we must teach everyone to become responsible digital citizens in this new society."
9 Elements – ISTE Standards
• Digital Etiquette• Digital Communication• Digital Literacy• Digital Access• Digital Commerce• Digital Rights and Responsibilities• Digital Law• Digital Health and Wellness• Digital Security
In order to stay safe, and work well in the digital world we must follow some general guidelines as outlined in these elements;
Element 1
Digital Accesso Making sure that all students have equal access to digital tools like laptops, digital cameras and the Interneto Providing time and equipment for students with special needso Making students aware of locations and resources you can use off campus
Element 2
Digital Commerceo Using computers to buy and sell items on commercial websites and auction siteso Subscribing and purchasing media using tools like iTunes
Element 3
Digital CommunicationExchanging information using:o emailo cell phoneso instant messagingo text messagingo web pages/blogs/wikis
Element 4
Digital LiteracyExchanging information using:o Learning about the basics of using a computero Evaluating online resources to make sure they are truthful and accurateo Learning how to find information on a specific topic on the Internet
Element 5
Digital Etiquetteo Using technology in a way that doesn't affect others negativelyo Using technology only when it is appropriateo Respecting others online by not posting information that is hurtful or untrue.
Element 6
Digital Lawo Understanding how to use and share music, photos, and movies legallyo Creating original works that are free from plagiarismo Respecting the privacy of others and the integrity of networks in terms of passwords and data
Element 7
Digital Rights and Responsibilities
o Following Acceptable Use Policieso Using technology responsiblyo Reporting inappropriate use of technology resources
Element 8
Digital Health and Wellnesso Using proper hand placement and posture when keyboardingo Balancing time spent using digital tools with time spent offline
Element 9
Digital Securityo Protecting hardware and network security by using secure and secret passwordso Protecting personal security by not posting personal information online
The School’s Responsibility
By embracing technology and encouraging students to explore its various forms, educators also have a responsibility to teach students to use technology in a responsible manner. -Nine Elements Digital Citizenship – an overview Dr. Mike Ribble, Ed. D. Director of Technology Manhattan-Ogden School District [email protected]
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