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According to http://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-digital-citizenship-definition-themes.html we should know and follow the rules before using any type of technology. In our generation today, technology is everywhere but are we using this in a good way. Before using any type of technology, we should know our limitations and follow the rules without making any reaction. We should understand first how these technologies can benefit in our day to day lives. Also, when using these technologies, we should consider all things especially how are we going to divide our time in different aspects and not only focusing on using technologies.
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7 habits of digital citizenship:
• Be Proactive: I can choose my responses to others online & take responsibility for myself. I understand that the whole world is watching.
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When I post online, I make sure that my post is not hurting anybody. I should always remember that posting online means telling these in public. I should always make sure that my post cannot offend any of my friends. I post a picture online and it affects my relationship with one of my girl classmate.
• Begin with the End in Mind: I can make smart decisions: I will never give out my personal information online. I will always ask my parents.
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I make sure that before posting online, I should think as many times as I can the post I will make. Before posting online, I should ask permission to any people that I think might affect him or her. Consider all things before deciding to post something. I post a quote online and tagged the person I want to hurt.
• Put First Things First: I can do my homework or other chores first and then I can ask my parents if I can play on the computer.
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I should spend more time studying than playing computer. Also, I should limit myself in using technologies because these might affect my performance in school. I should learn how to divide my time properly not only in using technologies. After going to school, I make sure that I am finish doing my assignments before using my gadgets.
• Think Win-Win: When I am on the computer, I can solve problems by communicating politely & appropriately with others.
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I make sure that when I am communicating with others, I make sure that my choice of words will not affect any of the people I talked to. I will respect the people I communicate to. Also, I check the people I want to communicate to before talking to them. I use slang words when talking to my friends online.
• Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood: I can listen to and understand more than one point of view. I can understand that my parents and teachers will have rules about my computer time.
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I should consult someone first before posting online. I should consider others opinion and compare it with my opinion. I should set my rules to protect my image in school and at home. I consult first my sister before posting and saying it to my friends.
• Synergize: I can learn from others online.
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Using technologies, I gain more knowledge due to what others used to post. I can come up with new ideas that can help me in my studies. I use these ideas and share it also online and make sure that these will also benefit others. I post an article about friendship.
• Sharpen the Saw: I can balance my computer time with other positive elements in my life such as family time, reading, recreation and work, etc.
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I pick a free time when using technologies. I make sure that my time is unlimited when it comes on having a bonding time with my family. I divide my time according to what should be my first priorities. I do first the things that are more important than using technology.
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3. The Nine (9) Elements of Digital Citizenships are:
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Digital Access – Full electronic participation in society.
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Inappropriate: Some schools ignore students who lack in technology
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Appropriate: Technology leaders provide technology to students for use in school and out
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Digital Commerce - Learning to become an intelligent consumer is an important aspect of good citizenship.
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Inappropriate: Students purchase goods online without knowing how to protect their identity
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Appropriate: Students become informed consumers so they can safely purchase items online.
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Digital Communication - Digital communication provides users with instant access to others on an unprecedented
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Inappropriate: Students use text messaging to cheat on tests.
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Appropriate: Teachers use blogs to inform parents of classroom activities.
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Digital Literacy - Technology-infused learning is becoming more commonplace every year and is
becoming as transparent as the chalkboard and pencil. -
Inappropriate: Students choose alternative educational opportunities because their school or
district does not offer online classes or a distance education program. -
Appropriate: Students take online courses (or mixed delivery—part face-to-face, part online) that
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Digital Etiquette - Responsible digital behavior makes every user a role model for students.
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Inappropriate: Students use cell phones to text in class on topics that are not class-related.
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Appropriate: Students work with their teachers to understand what information can be shared
from their cell phones or netbooks and when it is appropriate to do so. -
Digital Law - The issues of intellectual
property rights and copyright protection are very real, and have very real consequences for
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Inappropriate: Students scripting (using computer code) to bypass firewalls or other network
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Appropriate: Students understand what can be downloaded without charge and what is
considered copyrighted material and should be paid for. -
Digital Rights and Responsibilities - In the digital world, users
should expect that if they post information to a site (whether it is a poem, a picture, a
song, or some other form of original research or creative expression), others will enjoy it
without vandalizing it, passing it off as their own, or using it as a pretext to threaten or
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Inappropriate: Students use material from the Internet without properly citing the source.
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Appropriate: Educators inform students of their rights when using digital technologies, but also
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Digital Health and Wellness - Students need to be aware of the physical dangers inherent in using digital technology.
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Inappropriate: Teachers do not model proper ergonomics when using technology.
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Appropriate: Technology leaders learn how to promote health and wellness with technology.
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Digital Security - As more and more sensitive information is stored electronically, a correspondingly robust
strategy should be developed to protect that information. -
Inappropriate: Teachers or students fail to maintain current software updates or patches that
protect their computers from viruses and exploitation. -
Appropriate: Teachers and parents talk to students about the dangers of providing information to
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