2. What is Digital Citizenship?
A Digital Citizen can be categorized as someone
who uses the internet regularly.
This can be achieved using a computer and/or
mobile device to acquire information about
anything.
3. Youth in Digital Citizenship
People are finding that the younger generations
are more so using the internet to acquire
everyday information.
They are using the internet more so than
watching the news, reading newspaper
articles, or hearing it from a knowledgeable
scorce.
4. Educational
Some teachers argue that digital citizenship
helps students gain more knowledge faster
versus older methods.
Younger people also seem to be more eager to
"look something up..." rather than picking up
a newspaper and read the article.
5. Communication
Digital Citizenship has allowed communication
to become easier for users around the globe.
Examples: Social networks, E-mail, Texting,
Instant Messaging, and video chatting.
6. Digital Etiquette
Although going digital is something fairly new,
we must return to our old ways in order to
make it a safe and fun environment for
everyone.
Digital Etiquette is simply having manners on
the internet.
7. Digital Law
The internet can be used for information but it
can also be used for bad things.
It is important for users to familiarize
themselves with the Digital Law when using
the internet to avoid future consequences.
8. Digital rights
The title "citizen" means you get certain rights
in a scociety right?
It's no different in the digital world. Each user
has rights when it comes to using the
internet. Such as freedom of speech.
9. Health and Wellness
The internet is a great source of information
but also a lot of fun. Beware of over usage.
Over usage of the internet can make the user
prone to addiction causing their physical and
mental condition to be affected.
10. Digital Security
The internet will sometimes ask you for
personal information. It is up to the user to
decide if he or she trusts this website.
Example, Online banking may ask for personal
financial information whereas a "Win me"
pop up will ask for your social security
number. Which one sounds safer?
11. Identity Theft.
Just like in real life, users on the internet can
be robbed.
Users must be careful when putting personal
information on the internet, the can be prone
to Identity Theft. Where another user uses
your information for their own personal use.
12. Access to the digital world.
Although the digital world is huge, we must
remember that not all users have access to
the internet.
We must, as a society, provide some form of the
internet to the youth in order to strive for a
better future.
13. Making purchases on the
web.
Users can now buy things on the web rather
than going to an actual store.
But be careful with the goods you buy, users
must still follow the basic digital laws when
making purchases. Don't try and look for any
freebies.
14. Getting involved.
Not only can users "use" the internet. They can
create things and join the community.
Users can now share their ideas with others
such as writing blogs, or articles on a website.
15. Leaving your mark...
Everything a user does on the internet is there
forever. Even if they hit the delete button.
Users must be aware of what they post or
comment on a website...you never know
who's reading.
16. The invisible audience
Although the internet is a great way for users to
connect with friends and family, it is also a
way to connect with strangers.
Users must keep in the back of their head the
"invisible audience" method. Although you
can't see everyone, keep in mind that their
there.
17. False information
Users also need to be aware that even though
the internet is a great source of information,
not all of it it necessarily correct.
Users must be wary of websites that sound bias
or non educational. Remember: Anyone can
post anything.
18. So what's we learn?
Simply following the nine elements of digital
citizenship can keep users on the internet
safe, informed and smart.
Digital acess
Digital commerce
Digital communication
Digital Literacy
Digital law
Digital etiquette
Rights and responsibilities
Wellness
Security
19. Stay Safe! Stay informed!
If you follow these guides, you as an internet
user will be able to use the internet in a safe
and healthy way.
Enjoy all what the internet has to offer.
Remember: Be responsible.
