PEMBROKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
digital citizenship A RESOURCE GUIDE
CONTENTS
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP RESOURCE GUIDE
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WHAT IS DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP?
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HEALTHY CHOICES FOR MEDIA
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TEACHER RESOURCES
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HOW TO HELP STUDENTS BE RESPONSIBLE ONLINE
OUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT
NET ETIQUETTE
For additional resources and information visit the Social Media Resources section of our website: www.pembokek12.org
WHAT IS DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP?
“Digital citizens think critically about what they see online and learn to make their own smart choices online and in life. That means understanding the benefits and risks of sharing information, knowing the difference between a credible news source and a sponsored ad, and balancing screen time with other activities. Cultivating these skills is essential for anyone to thrive in today's increasingly tech-driven world” (CommonSense.org).
Grade Level Lesson Plans in Digital Citizenship Digital Passport - Grades 3–5 Over 1.4 million students have played Digital Passport, our award-winning game that teaches the fundamentals of digital citizenship and internet safety. The Digital Passport web edition is available for FREE and includes six interactive modules with student score cards. Digital Compass - Grades 6–8 Digital Compass is our awardwinning FREE educational game for the web, iOS, and Android that gives kids the freedom to explore how decisions made in their digital lives can affect their relationships and futures. Students will learn core digital citizenship skills by engaging with interactive storylines that let them choose their own path -- all without risking their real-world reputations. Available in English and Spanish.
Digital Bytes - Grades 812 - Digital Bytes is an interactive experience that gives teens the space to explore digital citizenship issues found in the real world. Teens can voice and showcase their ideas for making smart, safe, and creative choices online through student-directed, media-rich activities.
HEALTHY CHOICES FOR MEDIA HERE ARE SOME RESOURCES FOR HELPING PARENTS WITH TECHNOLOGY USE AT HOME.
Media Agreement SOME PARENTS STRUGGLE WITH BOUNDARIES, AND CAN USE THIS HELPFUL CONTRACT TO ASSIST IN KEEPING KIDS ACCOUNTABLE FOR THEIR MEDIA USE.
HEALTHY CHOICES FOR MEDIA Protect your family THIS ARTICLE ON “THE BARE MINIMUM YOU SHOULD DO TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY’S DATA” GIVES GREAT TIPS INCLUDING: • • • • • • • •
USE STRICT PRIVACY SETTINGS IN APPS AND ON WEBSITES ENABLE TWO-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION BEWARE OF PHISHING SCAMS USE ANTI-VIRUS PROTECTION DON’T USE UNSECURED WIFI NETWORKS TURN OFF LOCATION SERVICES DON’T LET APPS SHARE DATA TWEAK YOUR HOME ASSISTANTS LIKE ALEXA AND GOOGLE HOME
Downloadable Classroom Poster DOWNLOADABLE CLASSROOM POSTER IS THE “ALL DIGITAL CITIZENS PROMISE TO…”
PROTECTING STUDENT PRIVACY Do's and don'ts for teachers
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COMMON SENSE MEDIA EDUCATION
Social media can be a great classroom tool for modeling what good digital citizenship looks like. Check out this handy list of do's and don'ts for protecting your students' privacy while teaching them responsible, creative and critical media use:
ARTICLE
AN ARTICLE FROM ISTE ON “FIVE WAYS EDUCATORS CAN BECOME DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LEADERS” BY MODELING IN THE CLASSROOM.
DOWNLOADABLE CLASSROOM POSTER DOWNLOADABLE CLASSROOM POSTER COMES FROM ISTE, “ARE YOU COMMITTED TO DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP?”
RESOURCES FOR HELPING STUDENTS BE RESPONSIBLE ONLINE.
LESSON PLANS
SCAMS AND SCHEMES
KEEP IT PRIVATE!
K-2
A lesson plan for K-2 teachers helping students learn how to keep information online private
6-8 A lesson plan for Grades 6-8. What is identity theft, and how can we prevent it?
OOPS! I BROADCAST IT ON THE INTERNET RINGS OF RESPONSIBILITY
3-5
A lesson plan for Grade 3-5 teachers detailing the kinds of responsibility a good digital citizen possess.
9-12 A guide to the consequences of oversharing online by teens, for Grades 9-12.
HELPFUL ARTICLES K-2 Real world reasons parents should care about kids and online privacy
GR 3-5 Creating strong passwords: How and Why
GR 6-8 Five myths and truths about kids’ internet safety
GR 9-12 Five sure-fire ways to protect your online safety
PRINTABLE POSTER Should I Share? The ten commandments of sharing.
OUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT, THE INFORMATION WE LEAVE BEHIND ON THE INTERNET, WILLINGLY OR UNWILLINGLY.
K-6
DIGITAL FOOTPRINT LESSON PLANS
DISCOVERING YOUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT Elementary lesson) This lesson helps students learn about the similarities of staying safe in the real world and when visiting websites. Students will also learn that the information they put online leaves a digital footprint or “trail.” This trail can be big or small, helpful or hurtful, depending on how they manage it.
9-12 WHAT'S YOUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT
6-8
TRILLION DOLLAR FOOTPRINT Middle School lesson) A key message of this lesson is that although online information provides an incomplete picture of a person, it can still affect how others view that person.
(High School lesson) This lesson plan introduces students to the concepts of privacy and professionalism online. Students will search for their “digital footprint,” or publicly available information tied to them on the web, on popular social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Students discuss what it means to be professional and then change their privacy settings on their social networks to reflect their wishes.
ARTICLE (From Forbes, recent grads are finding that 86% of recruiters look at online portfolios, and 71% report that it can affect hiring decisions.
DIGITAL ETIQUETTE DO’S FROM GOGUARDIAN
TREAT OTHERS THE WAY YOU WANT TO BE TREATED
This sounds pretty basic, but it’s probably the one piece of digital etiquette advice that is broken the most. Keep your comments positive; be truthful, and polite. If you want to go the extra mile, acknowledge when someone has been helpful; thank them, and pay it forward! BE SAFE
Being safe online is a whole topic in itself, much different from being a good digital citizen—and with much different ramifications. It’s crucial not divulge any personal information, passwords, addresses, etc. with someone you don’t know. For more detailed information on Internet safety tips, read our blog post about keeping kids safe online.
KNOW THE RULES
Whether you’re using classroom forums, Twitter, Facebook, or other sites, know the site’s rules and guidelines—and follow them. Each community creates their own rules that they expect users to follow, which can usually be found in the “Site Rules” or “About Us” section.
BE VIGILANT
If you saw something happen in real life where someone could be harmed, you’d call for help, right? If you see something online that may be harmful to someone else, report it to the site’s authorities or an adult you trust. With cyber bullying and online predators, we cannot be too careful these days, and we all need to look out for each other.
ARTICLE: MODELING DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP IN THE CLASSROOM
Digital Etiquette Don’ts From GoGuardian
DON’T SAY ANYTHING ONLINE YOU WOULDN’T SAY TO SOMEONE’S FACE
An online comment can be even more hurtful than a face-to-face insult, because once something is written the person can read it over and over again. Sometimes we find it easier to reply with negative comments when the person is not right in front of you and you can hide behind your computer or smartphone. Don’t be tempted; think twice about what you are saying before you post or send, and ask yourself, “Would I say this to someone if they were standing in front of me?” DON’T SHARE ANYTHING YOU DON’T OWN, WITHOUT PERMISSION
All content was created by someone, and that person owns their content. This includes articles (and ANY portion of articles), photos, memes, reports, blogs, and anything else online that wasn’t created by you. Be aware of copyright laws, ask permission before you share, and be sure to give credit if you reuse or repost an article or picture you didn’t create.
DON’T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU READ
Not everything online is true. In fact, there’s a lot online that’s not true. Before believing (or sharing!), dig deeper. Search for facts. Just because it’s written online doesn’t mean it’s true. DON’T POST ANYTHING THAT YOU DON’T WANT TO LAST FOREVER
Before you say or post anything online, ask yourself, “Am I ok if this is never deleted?”. Once something is out there online, it is likely it’s out there for good. There is no delete button or eraser for the Internet. DON’T SPEND ALL OF YOUR FREE TIME ONLINE
The Internet is an amazing place with lots to offer. As with all things that provide an “outlet”, moderation is important. Don’t forget that the real world, real people, and real human interaction provide a lot of lessons and experiences, too!
POSTER: PROPER SOCIAL MEDIA AND DIGITAL ETIQUETTE
RESOURCES www.commonsensemedia.org www.code.org www.amazonaws.com www.forbes.com www.goglobe.com www.iste.org www.theedvocate.org www.goguardian.com
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