Digital Citizenship
After reviewing the Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship, and evaluating my personal strengths and weaknesses, I decided to research Digital Law. Digital Law is defined as the electronic responsibility for actions, deeds which is either ethical or unethical. While researching Digital Law I was introduced to 'Spoofing', which happens to internet users when they give out personal information or financial information online. Spoofers can use that information to commit credit card theft and steal identities. Making kids aware of Nine Elements and Digital Citizenship can only help benefit them as they explore the cyber world. Today's students have grown up in a world where the internet is always accessible and being aware of possible spoofers can only help prevent crime. I would use this resource if students are working online for any reason, making students knowledgeable will help keep them safe.
Digital Etiquette
I decided to explore Digital Etiquette in further detail. The basic idea behind Digital Etiquette is "treat others how you want to be treated." Teaching students how to make responsible choices online is all part of using digital etiquette in the classroom. It is also important that I myself am cautious and use digital etiquette at all times. Just because you cannot see who is viewing or commenting online does not mean you disrespect them. Teaching digital etiquette in any classroom is necessary when using resources that allow for students to comment and interact with their classmates and teachers.
Classroom Activity
If I were to create an activity for a lesson on Digital Citizenship, I would split up my students in nine different groups. Each group would be responsible for researching on of the nine elements of Digital Citizenship. The groups must create a visual through Microsoft Illustrator or Word that they must present to the entire class. Each member must contribute and research may be done on laptops, smartphones, or tablets.
If I were to create an activity for a lesson on Digital Citizenship, I would split up my students in nine different groups. Each group would be responsible for researching on of the nine elements of Digital Citizenship. The groups must create a visual through Microsoft Illustrator or Word that they must present to the entire class. Each member must contribute and research may be done on laptops, smartphones, or tablets.