Thursday, June 21, 2012

Nine Themes of Digital Citizenship

It is important for teachers to teach digital citizenship.  Students must learn how to use the internet and tecchnology appropriately and responsibly.  There are nine themes of digital citizenship, all of which students should learn and understand.
Digital Access means everyone should have access to internet and technology.  In many schools, non-educational websites are often blocked.  I believe this makes it impossible for students to learn how to decipher good internet material from bad.  Sites will not always be blocked and students must understand how to decipher material on their own.
Students also must understand important concepts such as digital communication, etiquette, and security.  Because students use technology so much, it is important they know how to use it to communicate.  They  also must understand how dangerous the internet can be.  They must be able to use the internet is a safe and responsible way.

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