Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility
Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical
behavior in their professional practices. Teachers:
a. advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including
respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources
b. address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies and providing equitable access to
appropriate digital tools and resources
c. promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of
technology and information
d. develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures
using digital-age communication and collaboration tools
Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical
behavior in their professional practices. Teachers:
a. advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including
respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources
b. address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies and providing equitable access to
appropriate digital tools and resources
c. promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of
technology and information
d. develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures
using digital-age communication and collaboration tools
I am a active advocate of the Core Rules of Netiquette. I believe all educators
and students should be well versed in the 10 Rules.
The Core Rules of Netiquette, listed below, are excerpted from the book
Netiquette by Virginia Shea.
From the website:
http://www.albion.com/netiquette/introduction.html
Introduction
http://www.albion.com/netiquette/introduction.html
and students should be well versed in the 10 Rules.
The Core Rules of Netiquette, listed below, are excerpted from the book
Netiquette by Virginia Shea.
From the website:
http://www.albion.com/netiquette/introduction.html
Introduction
- Rule
1: Remember the Human - Rule
2: Adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real
life - Rule
3: Know where you are in cyberspace - Rule
4: Respect other people's time and bandwidth - Rule
5: Make yourself look good online - Rule
6: Share expert knowledge - Rule
7: Help keep flame wars under control - Rule
8: Respect other people's privacy - Rule
9: Don't abuse your power - Rule
10: Be forgiving of other people's mistakes
http://www.albion.com/netiquette/introduction.html
The Department of Electronics and Information Technology of the Government of India
has posted Ethical rules for computer users on their web site:
http://infosecawareness.in/parents/internet-ethics-and-rules
Some of the rules that individuals should follow while using a computer are listed below:
Do not use computers to harm other users.
Do not use computers to steal others information.
Do not access files without the permission of the owner.
Do not copy copyrighted software without the author’s permission.
Always respect copyright laws and policies.
Respect the privacy of others, just as you expect the same from others.
Do not use other user's computer resources without their permission.
Use Internet ethically.
Complain about illegal communication and activities, if found, to Internet service Providers and local law enforcement authorities.
Users are responsible for safeguarding their User Id and Passwords. They should not write them on paper or anywhere else for remembrance.
Users should not intentionally use the computers to retrieve or modify the information of others, which may include password information, files, etc..
retrieved from the Government of India website:
http://infosecawareness.in/parents/internet-ethics-and-rules
A topic that was discussed in a couple of my Educational Technology courses was:
has posted Ethical rules for computer users on their web site:
http://infosecawareness.in/parents/internet-ethics-and-rules
Some of the rules that individuals should follow while using a computer are listed below:
Do not use computers to harm other users.
Do not use computers to steal others information.
Do not access files without the permission of the owner.
Do not copy copyrighted software without the author’s permission.
Always respect copyright laws and policies.
Respect the privacy of others, just as you expect the same from others.
Do not use other user's computer resources without their permission.
Use Internet ethically.
Complain about illegal communication and activities, if found, to Internet service Providers and local law enforcement authorities.
Users are responsible for safeguarding their User Id and Passwords. They should not write them on paper or anywhere else for remembrance.
Users should not intentionally use the computers to retrieve or modify the information of others, which may include password information, files, etc..
retrieved from the Government of India website:
http://infosecawareness.in/parents/internet-ethics-and-rules
A topic that was discussed in a couple of my Educational Technology courses was:
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Bridging The Great Digital Divide
How can we make sure all students have an equal opportunity in exploring new computer/digital technologies? The first hurdle, would be adequate funding. This would include adequate funding for school systems from local, state, federal, private business and philanthropy societies to purchase this technology, including adaptive equipment-and last but far from least-have adequate funding to train, continuously update and in-service and compensate teaching faculty. Next, we would have to “sell” the value of implementing the technology and the time needed to adequately train staff in order to effectively teach the students in the classroom. Once the first 2 steps are completed, it’s time to get some work done! After the teachers are trained and are given the opportunity to advance their skills, technology could be implemented in the classroom, and students would be given the opportunity to learn about the technology. Special Needs students would also need to be have access to adaptive equipment to use the new technology to keep them on a level playing field with other students in the classroom. Evaluation and Assessment of the Curriculum for Technology would be an ongoing and continuous process of Performance Improvement standards. School Administrators and School Boards will need to be aware that this Project is a Long-Term Project that evolves almost daily and adequate funding must be available every year in order for continuous success! What if a student does not have access to such technology at home? Here again, Administrators will need to properly allocate funds to staff before or after school computer labs so Truly, No One is Left Behind. |
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The Digital Divide: Has It Narrowed Or Has it Widened? With more and more people having access to digital and internet technology, has the Digital Divide narrowed or has it Widened? Many leading experts think that even though more and more people have access to technology, the Digital Divide is widening! How can this be? Since, we just said more people have access? The truth of the matter is that as more people have gained access, even more expectations have been added by our society in using the technology for everyday activities. For instance, this would include applying for a job, computer usage and skills for a job, school coursework requirements and accessing Private Business and Government services. Experts are saying we have 70-75% of the population that are on-line. However, the remaining 15-25% that are Not on-line are a Bigger Disadvantage now, than ever before! Thus, they are shut-out from the rest of society. How can we Narrow the Digital Divide? Some experts agree that more public awareness is key. This problem will not be addressed until all admit that it is truly a problem. Once everyone evaluates the facts and comes out of denial, solutions can created and implemented. Again, adequate support and funding is another key element. With the societies support form all levels of the Private Business sector and levels of the Government, all individuals can be given an opportunity to enhance their quality of life with Digital Technology. Thus, narrowing the Great Digital Divide! |
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I’ve learned that, as a promoter of both citizenship in the classroom and in global digital citizenship, leaders in education must
understand that different types of teaching and learning methods are required to meet the needs of students in our community and around the world. In ED 568 – Curriculum Development and Evaluation, we were asked to explore, compare and contrast systems such as humanistic, social reconstructionism, academic and systematic approaches. Posted are my findings and reflections of each.
understand that different types of teaching and learning methods are required to meet the needs of students in our community and around the world. In ED 568 – Curriculum Development and Evaluation, we were asked to explore, compare and contrast systems such as humanistic, social reconstructionism, academic and systematic approaches. Posted are my findings and reflections of each.
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