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Nine elements of citizenship. Digital citizenship can be defined as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use. . Definition.
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Digital citizenship can be defined as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use. Definition
full electronic participation in society.Technology users need to be aware that not everyone has the same opportunities when it comes to technology. Working toward equal digital rights and supporting electronic access is the starting point of Digital Citizenship. Digital exclusion makes it difficult to grow as a society increasingly using these tools. Helping to provide and expand access to technology should be goal of all digital citizens. Users need to keep in mind that there are some that may have limited access, so other resources may need to be provided. To become productive citizens, we need to be committed to make sure that no one is denied digital access. 1. Digital Access:
How to be effective consumers in a new digital economy, and be able to make smart, well-informed decisions relating to buying and downloading materials online. 2. Digital Commerce:
How to make appropriate decisions when faced with so many different digital communication options, such as when (and how) to send an email versus a text message or casual social media connection. 3.Digital communication
Learners must be taught how to learn in a digital society,” Ribble writes. That includes how to use various technologies and internet applications and how to use that technology effectively—such as searching for, evaluating, and curating information. It also goes beyond learning how to use today’s technology. Good digital citizens should be able to pick up new skills as needed. 4.Digital literacy
More than just being able to recognize inappropriate behavior, good digital citizens should know how to act appropriately online. 5.Digital etiquette
How to use technology in an ethical manner—such as not hacking into others’ information, downloading music illegally, plagiarizing, sending spam, or stealing someone’s identify. 6.Digital law
Digital citizens should consider that there is, essentially, a virtual Bill of Rights protecting everyone online. Thus, issues such as privacy, free speech, and so on apply to every digital user. 7.Digital rights and responsibilities
How to guard against the inherent dangers of technology, and practice eye safety and sound ergonomics while avoiding repetitive stress syndrome, and psychological issues, like internet addiction. 8.Digital health and wellness
“It is not enough to trust other members in the community for our own safety,” Ribble writes. Good digital citizens should employ electronic precautions to guarantee safety, such as creating secure passwords, not sharing passwords, backing up data, antivirus protection, and surge control. 9.Digital security: