A Real Lesson in Digital Citizenship

A Real Lesson in Digital Citizenship

by | Apr 30, 2019 | Making The Shift, Student Life, The How of 21st Century Teaching, Voices

All of us who advocate for the learning potential of mobile technologies continue to navigate the hurdles of opening up BYOD devices in the unique context of school. My students and I had an “a-ha” moment the other day, in terms of digital citizenship and how we really need to think before we post images to the Internet. Or maybe even before we take the picture.

Virtual Integrity and the Digital Citizen

Virtual Integrity and the Digital Citizen

by | Apr 27, 2019 | The Moral Imperative, The Teaching Life, Voices

Integrity is a key virtue for today’s culture, says Sister Geralyn Schmidt, education technology coordinator for the Diocese of Harrisburg (PA). “In today’s world, each of us who has a digital footprint makes two impressions: one in the real world and one in the virtual world. The words and attitudes that we use in both arenas must match. When we achieve this, we become someone whom others can truly rely upon.”

Even Our Youngest Students Need Digital Citizenship Skills

by | Jun 26, 2014 | The How of 21st Century Teaching, Voices

“While my six- and seven-year old students don’t yet even understand the words ‘digital’ or ‘citizenship,’ they also need direction and support as they explore online spaces,” writes primary teacher Kathy Cassidy. “In fact, they need this instruction even more than their older counterparts.” Here’s how Cassidy teaches kids to be good (and safe) digital citizens.