In EDU 226 we watched the video below about the difference between monitor and mentor, and how this approach can help to teach digital citizenship.
You are encouraged to read Devorah Heitner’s excellent suggestion for using mentorship to educate digital citizenship as well as the comments you made on page 23 of your digital notebook in EDU 226 regarding being tech-positive and utilizing mentorship.
You had the chance to examine various tools and strategies used to incorporate and cultivate digital citizenship in our schools’ curricula in the earlier stage. Additionally, you got the chance to consider what you had learned in EDU 226 about mentorship and being tech-positive. Utilize this knowledge to present in the comments below at least three teaching methods you believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom. You can concentrate on one or more of the elements, one grade level, or all of them.
For a second grade class, three teaching methods that will help students learn digital citizenship in a classroom are:
1- Visual aids. The use of animated videos will help the students come to their own conclusion on the importance of digital citizenship. Also, using posters with animated pictures showing ways we can be careful online.
2- Activities. Group work activities can help the students brainstorm ideas on how they can use the internet responsibly.
3- Storytime and reflection. Storytime keeps second graders engaged on the lesson. Reading stories relating to digital citizenship and including reflection time can help the students learn the meaning of digital citizenship.
3 effective ways to teach digital citizenship to 1st graders:
These methods build a strong foundation for responsible digital citizenship at an early age.
A mentor approach helps students learn digital citizenship by offering personal support and guidance. Teachers act as role models, showing how to use technology responsibly and ethically. This builds trust, making it easier for students to ask questions and learn how to handle digital problems like online bullying or privacy concerns.
A tech-positvie mindset encourages students to see technology as a helpful tool for learning and creativity. Teachers who promote this mindset make students feel confident using digital tools in safe and responsible ways. This approach also helps students think critically about the information they find online and make better digital decisions.
A collaborative learning approach can also help students learn digital citizenship. When students work together on digital projects, they practice teamwork, respect, and communication in online spaces. This method encourages students to share ideas, solve problems together, and develop a strong sense of responsibility for their actions online.
To teach digital citizenship, use mentorship programs to guide students in responsible tech use. Facilitate discussions about real-life digital scenarios to help them understand online behavior. Incorporate role-playing activities to practice handling online situations responsibly. These methods can effectively teach students how to navigate the digital world safely and respectfully.
Being “tech-positive” means embracing technology as a tool for learning and growth. It’s important in teaching digital citizenship because it encourages students to use technology responsibly and effectively. As a parent, making learning accessible on digital platforms helps children explore the digital world while being aware of potential risks. This approach supports the development of digital literacy, online safety, and respectful behavior. By being tech-positive, we can guide students to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
I think “tech-positive” means to be positive about technology and all the wonderful things technology can do for us and our process of teaching. As a technology teacher, I prioritize teaching digital citizenship to help students become responsible and ethical technology users. Four effective methods I use are:
Last semester, in ED226, we agreed that being a good “digital citizen” goes beyond simply knowing how to use technology; it primarily focuses on behaving with empathy and building positive connections with others in online spaces. Digital citizenship is about learning how to use apps or navigate websites and understanding the social implications of your online actions. Good digital citizenship is treating others respectfully and considering their feelings when interacting online, just as we would in person. It also means building meaningful relationships online, engaging in constructive conversations, avoiding cyberbullying, and promoting positive interactions. We can shape a more positive and respectful online community by instilling these values. My three methods are:
· We can teach digital citizenship through modeling and classroom experiences in which students engage. We should provide opportunities for students to engage in and practice digital citizenship in authentic environments and then make sure to praise and draw attention to students when they are doing it well.
· Train Teachers and Staff. Comprehensive training on digital citizenship and online safety is essential to fostering a secure online environment within the school. By providing teachers with the knowledge and tools to integrate internet safety lessons into their teaching practices, the district ensures a collective commitment to preparing students for responsible and ethical online behavior.
· By incorporating Digital Citizenship in Lesson Plans, educators can play a significant role in shaping responsible online behavior. We can integrate various activities and discussions emphasizing digital citizenship’s importance into our lesson plans. This proactive approach will help our students better understand their roles as responsible digital citizens.
Some teaching methods that I believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are using the mentor approach, analyze the difference between being a positive digital citizen versus being a negative digital citizen, and have students create their own BrainPop video about digital citizenship. First, I would use the mentor approach by asking them what games or social media platforms they like to engage in. Then I would incorporate it into teaching them about digital citizenship. Second, I would have them use a t-chart to look closely at the differences between being positive digital citizen versus being a negative digital citizen. Last but not least, after being taught digital citizenship, I would teach them how to use the BrainPop digital tool to make a video in order to equip them to create their own BrainPop video about digital citizenship.
Three teaching methods I believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are:
1. Using a class blog creates a virtual learning environment where students may upload content, participate in discussions, and work together on assignments. Students can practice being good digital citizens in this safe environment by following rules like delivering constructive criticism, being aware of language, and respecting others’ ideas. In order to promote self-control and constructive relationships, teachers can keep an eye on students and offer comments.
2. Encourage students to conduct a self-research online and evaluate the information that is publicly accessible by having them conduct an audit of their own digital footprints. After that, ask them to consider how this relates to their online persona and consider ways that they may enhance or maintain it. This may spark conversations about oversharing, privacy settings, and the long-term effects of their online behavior.
3. Incorporate project-based learning into your curriculum, allowing students to work on real-world problems that call for ethical thinking in digital settings. For instance, assigning students to create digital posters about privacy online, cyberbullying, or the significance of managing one’s digital footprints is a possible task. They are able to investigate current affairs, produce presentations, and put up solutions for issues pertaining to digital behavior.
Yrka,
I like the class blog idea as a way to help students practice digital citizenship. I agree that it is a good way for teachers to observe their students’ digital interactions as well as offer feedback to their students on what they are doing well and what they can improve.
In EDU 226, I explored various tools and strategies for teaching digital citizenship, emphasizing mentorship and a tech-positive approach. As a World Language teacher in high school, I believe it’s essential to incorporate technology into my lessons and to help students understand responsible online behavior. Here are three strategies and tools I think will be effective:
Sara,
Yes Storyboard is a great tool to help students create their own stories online. I used it in my class in the past. My students enjoyed using it.
Three teaching methods that could help promote digital citizenship in the classroom are:
1. Project-Based Learning: Engage students in projects that require them to research and create presentations on topics related to digital citizenship, such as online privacy, cyberbullying, or the impact of social media. This hands-on approach encourages critical thinking and collaboration.
2- Role-Playing Scenarios: Use role-playing to simulate real-life situations involving digital interactions, such as online conflicts or ethical dilemmas. This method allows students to explore perspectives and practice making responsible choices in a safe environment.
3. Interactive Workshops: Conduct workshops focusing on specific digital citizenship skills, such as managing online privacy settings, recognizing misinformation, or understanding the consequences of digital footprints. Interactive elements like discussions, group activities, and technology tools can enhance engagement and retention of the material.
Three simplified teaching methods for digital citizenship:
1. Model Good Online Behavior: Show students how to behave online, such as being respectful and careful about what they share.
2. Work on Group Projects online: Allow students to create digital projects together, teaching them to work responsibly online.
3. Talk About Online Choices: Initiate simple discussions about staying safe and respectful on the internet, helping students make smart decisions.
Zandra,
I agree that we are to model good online behavior. As teachers, it is powerful when we share our own real life experiences of how we practice being a good digital citizen. This allows our students to see that we also put into practice what we instruct them to do.
3 teaching methods that will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are:
In the article “Digital Citizenship for Kids Starts with Mentorship,” by Devorah Heitner, PhD, it explains that sudents’ relationships, reputation, and opportunities can be impacted by their use of technology. Just because a student is “tech fluent” or can operate a digital device does not necessarily mean that they understand digital citizenship. Many times, teaching students how to develop strong digital skills starts with being a mentor.
Some teaching methods I believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom include:
Teaching digital citizenship has changed over time. As stated on the class slides, “Digital citizenship used to be about physical safety and reducing cyberbullying”. Things are very different now; everyone is connected to the digital world in one way or another.
The three teaching methods I would recommend to teach students about digital citizenship are:
1- Creating a lesson where students explore, discover, and apply how digital footprint affects their daily lives. I would use a small group instruction approach and have students do a domino-share to explain their findings to their peers.
2- I would teach digital citizenship using one of the many digital tools we have learned about in class. I would use a Nearpod self-paced lesson on Digital literacy where students will watch videos, answer questions, and post their findings on a collaborative board.
3- As a sped teacher I would also recommend pre-teaching vocabulary. Students should learn meaning, spelling, and pronunciation (particularly ELLs). There are many digital approaches to teaching vocabulary. There are wonderful digital tools that are free and ready to use. Some of these include, wordwall, quizlet, and padlet.
–Teachers can teach students digital citizenship through modeling a scenario for them. Students can state different outcomes they think are happening.
–Make a bright and interactive video for students to watch and learn different ways they can be a good digital citizen.
–Teachers can also discuss with the class, and they can make their contract to follow for the school year, how they are going to be a good digital citizen.
After taking this course, I feel more equipped and ready to begin implementing digital citizenship in my classroom. In EDU 226, I still had some concerns about where, when, and how I would do it, but the more I practice now, the clearer it becomes. Also, reading and watching others do it helped me find my style of how to do it with my student population. It has to be taught explicitly, and we cannot assume that our students (and their families) know or were taught it previously. Since I work mostly with immigrant students and families, I feel that there are more instances where they become the targets due to a language barrier and inexperience in a new country.
In my opinion and taking into account my students, I think what could help promote digital citizenship are:
Three teaching methods that I think could help promote digital citizenship in the classroom are:
Here are three teaching methods that can effectively promote digital citizenship in the classroom:
I strongly agree with Dr. Heitner’s opinion that providing students with a “digital skill set” will help them develop into digital citizens. After reading her article on digital mentorship, the idea of teaching for teaching’s purpose, as well as the components that can encourage constructive development is to make sure they won’t lose interest in the material. Students might evaluate their academic learning level when considering digital instruction. One prominent way that digital learning contributes to student education is through the concept of mentorship. According to Dr. Heitner, one of the most significant commitments teachers can make to their pupils is mentoring.
After reading Dr. Heitner’s suggestions, I believe she was correct about teaching children digital skills. In today’s modern age, everything is tailored for kids, yet they may lack the maturity or guidance necessary to navigate the digital world responsibly. Therefore, it’s crucial for them to develop skills that will aid them in this technology-driven era.I’ve been contemplating the digital skills of my 11 and 12-year-old children and considering how I can integrate these skills into their lives to ensure their success in the digital world. Below is my opinion on how to teach 5th graders about digital citizenship. I’ve been contemplating the digital skills of my 11 and 12-year-old children and considering how I can integrate these skills into their lives to ensure their success in the digital world. Here’s my opinion on how we can teach students in the fifth grade about digital citizenship.
To teach fifth-grade students about digital citizenship, three effective methods can be used in the classroom. First, interactive workshops and discussions focus on topics like online safety and cyberbullying. This involves using real-life examples and videos to encourage students to share their experiences and understand responsible online behavior.
Secondly, role-playing and scenario-based activities help students explore digital problems. By assigning roles like social media users or gamers, students learn to make good choices and understand the consequences of their actions online.
Lastly, collaborative projects such as creating digital content (like videos or posters) promote positive digital citizenship. These projects encourage teamwork and empower students to become advocates for responsible online behavior among their peers. These methods make learning about digital citizenship engaging and relevant for fifth-graders.
Three teaching methods I believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom:
After reading Dr. Heiner’s suggestion on how to use mentorship to educate digital citizens, I noticed I had a lot of similarities with her suggested approach. The previous blog had us define digital citizens and I stated an emphasis on Digital literacy would help make us well-rounded digital citizens. The very first thing she mentioned is digital citizenship is not about how well we operate devices or how fluent we are in technology. It encompasses empathy and building relationships virtually. I chuckled at first because it seemed to be the opposite of what I wrote yet in hindsight it is exactly what I meant. When we delve into the concept of technology and its role in the digital world, we begin to see parallels with our real-world experiences. In both realms, there are fundamental components that simplify interaction, communication, and connection. In the digital world, social media platforms, messaging apps, and virtual meeting spaces serve as digital counterparts to real-world social gatherings, conversations, and meetings. Just as we engage with others face-to-face, we interact with people through screens and devices. By recognizing and understanding the similarities between the real world and the digital world, we can better equip individuals with the skills they need to navigate both environments successfully. The principles of forming relationships remain consistent, but the methods and tools vary.
3 teaching methods that would help teach students about Digital Citizenship would be.
1. Gamified learning. (Interactive learning helps engagement and retention).
2. Peer mentorship program. (Learning from classmates).
3. Project-based learning. (Hands-on projects that promote critical thinking).
After reading Dr. Heitner’s article on Digital Mentorship, I thoroughly agree with her statement of teaching students a “digital skill set” that will support them in becoming digital citizens in their academic development. The idea of teaching to teach and the elements that can foster positive growth and development. When one thinks of digital teaching one can assess their level of pedagogically learning to ensure that he/she will not become disengaged. The idea of mentorship in digital learning presents itself as a significant contribution to educating students. As stated by Dr. Heitner, mentoring can be the most important commitment educators can make to students. It doesn’t matter what role we play, be it (parents, educators, administrators’), If we interact with kids regularly, we are part of a community where mentorship is our responsibility. (Heitner).
Advantages of utilizing mentorship include building relationships, support, role modeling, and individual guidance.
Three teaching methods that I believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom include:
Involving students in lessons that are interactive: Students will role play scenarios to cover topics such as cyberbullying, sharing personal information or dealing with inappropriate content. By doing these scenarios, it will allow students to understand consequences of their actions and learn how to navigate such situations with an adult.
Integrating projects about Digital Citizenship: this will allow students to work in a group and learn how to collaborate responsibly and respectfully when sharing ideas. They will learn the importance of online credibility and determine if the website meets the Triple E Framework.
Open discussions: Students will participate in discussions about experiences online. They can share their outcome and have their peers listen and provide advice/recommendations to solve such problems. Allowing this opportunity gives students a shared space to talk about their concerns and understand the impact of their actions.
In order to create a welcoming learning experience for all it is important to be tech positive. This can make students comfortable and feel Independent. Some ways to foster these skills along with digital citizenship include:
1) It is very important for students to see a model of how to use resources and be good digital citizens. We can model analyzing websites, being secure and demonstrating how to navigate in the digital world.
2) Create a sense of community and show students they can have friendly interactions with each other and family. They can work in groups or comment on a class blog, they can share pictures relevant to topic or drawings.
3) Students can further collaborate a d demonstrate skls by working f on a group project that can include a digital tool.
Being tech-positive means having a positive mindset about technology and also feeling confident and comfortable with technology.
Three methods to help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are:
1. Educating: we can introduce the meaning and importance of digital citizenship and cybersecurity.
2. We can use Minecraft to engage in digital citizenship.
3. We can use creative activities about digital citizenship.
On page 23 in my notebook, I wrote that”I think “tech-positive” means the positive approach on technology and what it has to offer. I think it is important part of teaching digital citizenship because students should be more aware of the positive aspects of technology, how to find credible sources, and detect bad websites and viruses. A Lot of negative impacts have come to our children with technology that takes away from the upside .”
Being tech-positive means to use technology in a positive way, not only using technology but how we use it in our daily lives. How we use it in the classroom and at home? Not being afraid to try and do new things with technology. I think it can be a part of teaching how to be good digital citizen. A lot of adults are having a hard time using and spending the time using technology in their classrooms, I think showing the kids how to interact with technology in an educational way and showing them its ok to try different things we might not be comfortable with or know a lot about can lead to a more healthy way to interact with technology.
3 methods I believe will help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are:
I think tech-positive means embracing technology and seeing it as an opportunity instead of a hindrance. I think this is an important part of teaching digital citizenship because we need to evolve with the times, technology and our students. Anyone who is not willing to adapt will be left behind.
3 Methods that will help students learn digital citizenship in a 6th grade classroom are:
1) Teach Vocabulary: Explicitly teach vocabulary such as “cyberbullying,” “privacy,” “digital footprint,” and “online etiquette” and encourage students to use the correct terms during class discussions.
2) Class Discussions/Debates: Use articles, videos and/or controversial statements (ex. “It doesn’t matter what you say or do online.”) to get students talking. These discussions provide opportunities for students to learn from one another, deepen their understanding, and develop critical thinking skills in relation to digital citizenship.
3) Hands-On Projects: Encourage students to create presentations or videos that cover topics such as online safety and responsible social media use. This will help them to develop a deeper understanding of digital citizenship concepts while fostering creativity and collaboration.
I would also have class discussions because we should create that safe space for students to share from their experiences, help each other, grow from their mistakes and prevent mistakes as well.
I think “tech-positive” means to be positive about technology and all the wonderful things technology has done for us and will still do for us, however it is not the be all and end all. I do think it is an important part of teaching digital citizenship because this is the generation our own children and students are growing up in.
Three methods to help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are:
In order to support and build a tech positive environment in middle school, it is important to guage what understanding students already have of the technology being used prior to reviewing anything new. Once we open up the discussion as a community then we can use what we already know to refine our abilities and responsible use around it.
The next step in developing digital citizenship is introducing students to negative aspects of access to technology and internet, using the vocabulary so that they are aware. Once this has been front loaded, students can be mentored on how to proceed in instances of inappropriate use of tech or warnings signs of tech abuse.
Lastly, present the tools that support learning and how to access them to create, communicate and collaborate with peers and teachers. This will allow students to broaden their knowledge on aspects of tech that they may not have explored or are not comfortable exploring due to lack of understanding.
On page 23 of my notebook, I wrote ““Tech-positive” means that you are optimistic about trying a a new tool and look for the way it can affect your work in a positive way. You do not give up easily and persevere. People need to be curious and try new things. It is an important part of digital citizenship because you need to take time to evaluate new tools and see the pro/cons and evaluate whether or not they are appropriate for you and the task at hand.”
Three methods to help students learn digital citizenship in the classroom are:
In my digital notebook in EDU 226, I stated that “Tech-Positive means to be open and curious about the different types of platforms that are being used amongst the youth and learn how to apply it to promote more engagement and interest. It is an important part of digital citizenship because it promotes for a more positive use of the technology as long as people remain expose to its functions and use it in the right way”.
As a mentor/teacher three teaching methods I would use to teach digital citizenship is listed below:
I love the self evaluation task because it holds them accountable and they get to make sense of the material they have learned and see the errors within themselves if they have made any.
Technology is not without challenges and it asks us to make tradeoffs for the benefits it bestows. Taking a tech positive approach allows you to present technology as something that has the potential to support positive change. More so, it means that when kids make a mistake, we must use it as a teaching moment to mentor our students in how to better use technology responsibly.
When I think about digital citizenship and my students in grade 3-5, most do not have social media accounts. They do have school email accounts and phones. The number one thing is teaching the power of words. Helping them to understand the permanence of the written word and the transferability. They have a responsibility to not use technology to spread hate, misinformation, or rumors. We must also help students learn what to do if they do if they do make a mistake.
Another important part of digital citizenship is teaching students about their digital footprint and how they can limit the public information about themselves. The earlier we start teaching about this, the more control they will have over their future online presence. This is something families also need to be aware of.
Media literacy and understanding what is a trusted source and how to recognize common scams.
The good news is CommonSense.org has some excellent resources to begin and expand on these conversations with students.
Commonsense.org has great lessons to educate students about being a good digital citizen. That is how I start the school year with my students.
The common sense website was mentioned a few times. It also has many different types of activities you can use with different age groups. Common sense will also help parents and students write and read reviews on different different content.
On page 23 of my EDU 226 Digital Notebook I wrote: “Being Tech-Positive means that even though technology can be a positive force, we don’t think that technology is all-powerful. It is an important part of teaching because Technology is a means to learn to do other things. If used properly, technology unlocks kids’ natural creativity. One of the pros of a mentorship approach is that we are optimists. We don’t make assumptions about what kids do with technology. One of the cons is t that issues around “digital footprint” can constrain kids in the wrong way at the wrong time.”
Three teaching methods you believe will help students learn digital citizenship in my 6th grade classroom are the Common Sense Digital Citizenship Curriculum,the ISTE Digital Standard 1.2 for Students, and Using Mentorship to educate digital citizenship.
After reviewing my digital notebook and all the resources, I do believe being a mentor is so much better than monitoring when it comes to digital citizenship. We should be co-learners along with our students.
One teaching method that I would use to promote digital citizenship is modeling. I would model for my students on how to give helpful feedback and positive posts. I would also model how to check the cookie settings to show my students that they need to be aware that their data is being collected. I would model how when using images, I give credit to that website.
Another teaching method I would use is opportunity. Students need to be given the opportunity to use what they are being taught. So as a teacher, I need to give them the opportunity by incorporating digital tools into my lessons. For instance, in the video they mentioned how students were using Minecraft with various subjects. Utilizing digital tools will give the students opportunity to use their digital citizenship skills.
The final teaching method I would use is vocabulary instruction. Students need to understand the importance of words. For instance, kids should understand the meaning of digital citizen, digital footprint, permanent, assumption and so much more. These words could be posted around the room to remind students of their definitions and importance. Then students could connect these words to other subjects so that digital citizenship is used beyond digital tools.
There are many things out there that can help teach students about digital citizenship in the classroom. I am going to share 3 teaching methods that I think would help students.
One method would be to use the right resources. Common sense media has a comprehensive, educational, standards based program that clearly outlines what students should know and understand about digital citizenship.
Another teaching method would be to teach students to take ownership of their digital lives. We need to show them the correct way to be online. So that, they can create a digital footprint that shows the kind of student they are. By teaching them what should and shouldn’t be done, we will help them to have the digital life they want.
Lastly, a teaching method should be to include digital citizenship in the classroom. Not just talking about how it should be but incorporating it into the goings on of the class climate. Have digital notebooks or projects, create a class blog. Give students opportunities to learn how to interact with other students online. This way, you can guide students as they navigate this new world.
As a technology teacher, I understand that teaching digital citizenship is an essential part of helping students become responsible, ethical, and safe users of technology. Below are three teaching methods that I believe can be effective in helping students learn digital citizenship in the classroom:
Modeling: One effective method for teaching digital citizenship is modeling good digital behavior. As a teacher, I can demonstrate responsible and ethical digital behavior by using appropriate language and behavior online, protecting my own privacy, and properly citing sources. By modeling these behaviors, students can see what it looks like to be a responsible digital citizen and can learn to emulate these behaviors themselves. I would print some of my social media posts for them to analyze.
Collaborative activities: Another method for digital citizenship is collaborative activities. For example, I would assign a project that requires students to work together to create a digital code of conduct or create an online safety poster. By working collaboratively, students can learn from one another, share ideas, and develop a sense of collective responsibility for digital citizenship.
Real-world scenarios: A third teaching method for digital citizenship is presenting real-world scenarios that require students to make decisions about how to act online. For example, I could present a scenario in which a student is being cyberbullied and ask students to brainstorm strategies for addressing the situation. By engaging in these types of scenarios, students can practice critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills related to digital citizenship.
By using a combination of these teaching methods, I believe that students can develop a deeper understanding of digital citizenship and become responsible, ethical, and safe users of technology.
I love the real-world scenarios. Often, students to “get” why we are teaching or asking them to do a particular task/project. If we can connect the real world to the task/project, it gives it more weight to their perspectives. It becomes that “teachable moment.”