Digital Citizenship

digital media – information that comes to us through the internet, often through a tablet, smartphone, or laptop

media balance – using media in a way that feels healthy and in balance with other life activities (family, friends, school, hobbies, etc.)

red flag feeling – when something happens on digital media that makes you feel uncomfortable, worried, sad, or anxious

unplug – to engage in activities that don't involve devices, apps, or the internet

digital habits – behaviors we do often or regularly with digital media and devices

private information – information about you that can be used to identify you because it is unique to you (such as your full name or your address)

identity theft – a crime in which your private information is stolen and used for criminal activity

internet scam – an attempt to trick someone online, usually with the intention of stealing money or private information

phishing – when someone poses as an institution, like a bank or school, and sends you a personalized message asking you to provide private information

shortened URL – a web address that has been condensed and which could mislead an user into going into a risky website