9 COMPONENTS OF DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

DIGITAL ACCESS

• Not everyone has access to forms of technology and digital media
• Those with access should work towards ensuring equal access and equality in digital media and technology
• Without equal access, we cannot progress as a society using these tools
• Increasing access will lead to a stronger, improved society
• Keep in mind that other resources might need to be created and provided based upon different conditions

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DIGITAL ETIQUETTE

• Be on the lookout for inappropriate behavior online
• Those who use technology are often not educated in digital etiquette
• Many feel uncomfortable talking to others about this
• Rules are imposed and technology is banned to prevent inappropriate use
• Not enough to create new rules-must teach others to behave responsibly in a digital world

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DIGITAL LAW

• Deals with ethics of technology within society
• Unethical use is, essentially, theft or crime
• Need to understand that damage to others' work, identity, property is a crime
• Applies to all
• Hacking, illegal downloading, plagiarizing, creating destructive worms, Trojan Horses, spam, and theft are illegal

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DIGITAL COMMERCE

• Digital commerce is the online trade of goods and services
• Commonplace, but comes with responsibility
• Beware of illegal trade
• Be aware of illegal international trade
• Learn to be active and aware in a digital economy

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DITIGAL COMMUNICATION

• 21st century brought an era of change in digital communications
• Some forms include cellular phones, instant messaging and texting, and email
• Changed ability to communicate long distances with others
• While efficient and helpful , many have taken advantage of this
• Brought increased risk of cyber bullying and other harmful and detrimental actions

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DIGITAL LITERACY

• Process of teaching and learning about the use of technology
• Schools and other institutions have made progress in integration of technology and course content
• Workplaces have found videoconferencing and wikis to be helpful-media allows for quicker access of information
• We need to learn how to operate in an increasingly digital world
• Many jobs including those in medicine, law, business, philanthropy, and politics have become reliant on technology

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DIGITAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Basic set of rights for every citizen
• Right to privacy, free speech, etc
• Must be addressed, discussed, understood in digital world
• With rights come responsibilities
• Must define what is appropriate

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DIGITAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• Eye safety, RSS, sound ergonomics
• Psychological issues-Internet addiction
• Others must be taught of dangers
• Citizenship includes education of protection

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DIGITAL SECURITY

• In any society exist bad people
• Same is true for digital community
• Same household protection must be applied online
• Not enough to trust others for our own safety
• As responsible digital citizens, must protect ourselves from disturbing outside forces

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REPS

• Respect yourself and others-Etiquette, Law, and Access
• Educate and connect online-Communication, Literacy, Commerce
• Protect yourself and others digitally-Rights and Responsibilities, Health and Welfare, Security