Digital Citizenship Elements

The equitable distribution of technology and not only understanding who has access to technology, but the limitations and consequences to those who have limited access to technology.

Digital Access

The buying and selling of goods. This principle focuses on making safe and informed decisions when purchasing or downloading materials online

Digital Commerce

It is understanding the different modes and mediums of digital technology and when to appropriately use them. For example, understanding when sending an email is appropriate versus sending a text message.

Digital Communication

It is understanding appropriate code of conduct and procedures when using mobile devices.

Digital Etiquette

It is maintaining sound technological practices to promote physical and psychological wellness.

Digital Health & Welfare

These are electronic precautions to bolster online safety. Secure passwords, not sharing passwords, backing up data, and antivirus protection are all examples of this principle.

Digital Security & Privacy

The freedoms that extend to everyone online. Examples of this include right to privacy and free speech.

Digital Rights and Responsibility

It is understanding and complying with online rules and policies, and how to use technology ethically. It is broad and covers topics from spam to cyberbullying.

Digital Law

the process of understanding technology, how to use it in its many forms, and how to adapt when new technologies are introduced.

Digital Literacy