What Does This Mean And How Do We Deal With It?

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What is Digital Citizenship?  Define and discuss at your table Teaching Digital Citizenship starts at an early age and needs continual reinforcement.

Digital citizenship is defined as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use.

What is Digital Citizenship?  Digital Citizenship is more than just a teaching tool; it is a way to prepare students/technology users for a society full of technology.  Too often we are seeing students as well as adults misusing and abusing technology (sometimes unknowingly). Teaching Digital Citizenship starts at an early age and needs continual reinforcement.

Why Digital Citizenship?  Some would say we don’t need to teach Digital Citizenship just citizenship as they are one in the same now.  Others argue that we need to have a common language and resources that we use with parents, students and teachers. citizenship

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 Today’s digital world is considerably different than the world we grew up in and went to school in  While our students are tech savy and tech literate…they are still young and lack an adult perspective on safety, responsibility and general citizenship  But make no mistake – This generation is highly connected to the digital world Today’s Digital World

Our Students Are Digital Natives Our students are learning to Communicate Construct Create Collaborate …using online digital technologies …even without our help Social Media BlogsWikis Social Networking

Canadians Lead ?  When it comes to watching online video, as with hockey, Canada is a world leader. Seventy-one per cent of Canadian Internet users, or 17.6 million people, visit YouTube every month, according comScore, a company that specializes in measuring digital activity. Source: Rebecca Lindell, Postmedia News December 29,

Canadians Lead ?  And the growth isn't limited to YouTube, he said. Canadian broadcasters, such as CBC, CTV and Global have seen steady growth in the number of people watching their content online, according to comScore's analysis.  Canada has also long been known as the world's top Facebook nation with 83.1 per cent of the online population on the popular social-networking site.  More Canadians have also mastered the 140-character tweet than Americans, with 13.7 per cent on Twitter monthly compared to 11.3 per cent in the U.S.

Canadians Lead ?  Canadians between the ages of 25 and 34 watch 338 minutes a month, those aged 35 to 54 watch 297 minutes and people over 55 spend 155 minutes passing time on YouTube.  As for our national obsession with hockey, online video is feeding it.  NHL.com is one of the most visited websites in Canada

 While students and teachers alike are anxious to integrate new learning tools into the classroom, we must err on the side of caution. It is our responsibility to empower our students by giving them the fundamental lessons in digital citizenship.

….they already ARE 21 st Century Learners living in a 21 st Century World We don’t have to teach our students to be 21 st Century Learners….

Technology Engages Students  We want our students to see these as digital tools that will help them: collaborate more…. tools that will help them create new knowledge….. tools that will help them with inquiry based learning…. tools that will help them create questions  We want our students to learn how to use these new media tools, rather than these tools using them

As Educators We Need To: demonstrate and discuss ways to be safe online become FACILITATORS of learning let our students teach US how to use these tools shift the control of the learning environment

Our World Today  We have young minds operating in a highly connected world, yet they do not have a high developed sense of risk and responsibility  Our students need to understand that online choices have offline consequences  To help guide them as adults, we need to develop a deeper understanding of the digitally connected world and what it means to be good digital citizens  The new Internet is referred to as Web 2.0 – the interactive web

Online Actions Have Offline Consequences

What We Do Know!  The Internet is not another world – it’s just another space where kids live their daily lives.  For students, technology is not special … …it just is.  Kids are social by nature and today’s kid’s have multiple options to connect with their peers and others.  Friends are always accessible through , instant messaging, blogs, multiplayer games and cell phones

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What We Do Know!  Digital Citizenship will be constantly changing with the times as new tools are developed and used.  As within any society, we need a structure which people need to honor so that we are respectful to each other.

Changes But for 21 st Century Kids, technology is more than a tool….it is an essential component of everyday life that frames their social world view. For them, being digitally connected is as natural as speaking is to us.

The Changing Role of Teachers Edutopia – YouTube Look for ways to connect students to global citizenship Allow students to teach the teacher - empowering our students As teachers, we don’t need to know all the skills first Teaching our students HOW to learn Teaching our students to be CRITICAL THINKERS

 Digital Access  Digital Commerce  Digital Communication  Digital Literacy  Digital Etiquette  Digital Law  Digital Rights and Responsibilities  Digital Health and Wellness  Digital Security Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship

 Digital Access  Digital Commerce  Digital Communication  Digital Literacy  Digital Etiquette  Digital Law  Digital Rights and Responsibilities  Digital Health and Wellness  Digital Security Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship

 Texting has become the preferred method of communication, how does this change interpersonal communication.  Cell phones can be a major distraction in class but some phones allow access to applications and Internet access that could improve learning.  How do we teach communication methods in a digital society? Digital Communication definition: the electronic exchange of information

Awareness of Cyberbullying

Appropriate vs Inappropriate Digital Communication

 We need to partner with parents to teach responsible online behaviour.  Think about your online image for example. Who will see it? What should never be posted online?  After it is posted online, it is virtually impossible to remove.  The more information you share about yourself, the more that is available.  Have you ever “googled” yourself?  There are emerging online programs that allow you to reduce your online presence (Cyber-Suicide) and have others check your online presence (ie. Credit Check) Digital Etiquette Definition: The standard of conduct expected by other digital technology users.

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 Moderate Use of Technology  Balance in Lifestyle  Proper Communication – when to use , phone, or in-person  Examples: Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Eyestrain, poor posture Internet addiction Digital Health and Wellness The elements of physical and psychological well-being related to digital technology use.

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 Students need to learn how to protect their data. Virus protection software (important – SSDZ) Firewalls Backups Password- protecting, not sharing, changing, different passwords for different interactions. Https sites vs non-secure Digital Security The precautions that all technology users must take to guarantee their personal safety of their network.

Understanding Privacy

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By embracing technology and encouraging students to explore its various forms, educators also have a responsibility to teach students to use technology in a responsible manner.

Where Do We Go From Here? Classroom Teacher Resources School Council Awareness Information Web 2.0 Checklist for School Administrators Safe Web 2.0 Learning Opportunities for Wolf Creek Learners

Building a Culture of Responsibility

What Resources Are Available for Wolf Creek Teachers, Students and Parents?

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Adaptable Resources for K-3

Passport to the Internet Fully interactive Teacher Guide with Lessons and Activities Discussion Questions

Watch teens share their own “Real-Life Stories” about issues affecting them on the Internet such as cyberbullying, online enticement, and giving out too much personal information.

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Common Sense Media Great Resources and Videos Online for Great Classroom Discussions

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Available Online  Multiple Video Clips  Print Resources  Information for Newsletters  Scope and Sequence for K-8

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Our Students WILL Use the Internet….  Work with them to ensure they are aware of the potential dangers.  Look for ways to embrace the positive power of the internet for every day use.  Understand that your students will likely use the internet outside of your prevue which emphasizes the need to work with them, not against them.

Partnership with Parents  Discussion with School Council  Information in School Newsletters  Direct parents to support areas Edutopia – Common Sense Media - Common Sense Tips - YouTube

Introduce Safer Online Environments Wolfden: Social Media on Training Wheels

Be Part of a Digital World Yourself Example: Twitter, Ning, Wolfden, etc….  Learn how professionals can utilize digital tools to enhance their own understanding

But… 21 st Century Students lack an adult perspective on safety, responsibility and general citizenship They Need to be Good Digital Citizens

Challenges Yet these are essential tools and learning environments in the 21 st Century To help guide students wisely, as teachers we need to develop a deeper understanding of the digitally connected world and what it means to be good digital citizens

What Is Digital Citizenship? Digital citizenship is more than basic online safety, it is living, working, and playing safely, civilly, and effectively in our increasingly digital world. The focus here is that students are not where they need to be with the skills encompassed in digital citizenship. It is a process and cannot just be taught by one teacher one time and expect retention. It must permeate all subjects in all grade levels just like literacy, for increasingly it is literacy

The best offense always begins with a solid defense. Educate, before you integrate.

It’s Your Turn Now…. As educators and school leaders what will be your plan or approach to accomplish this in your school?

Reviewing the Resources An Example Approach Terrace Ridge

Another Example…..A School Wide Approach Iron Ridge Elementary

Consider: Considering the information presented today, what action plan will you be putting into place in your school with: Students Educational Staff Parents in terms of Digital Citizenship this year?

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