Creating digital citizens are so important and should be taught at an early age. Just like how it was before all the technology, it has always been important for students to research on topics and to give credit to those who have worked hard on their research. With or without the technology, students need to learn to respect the work of others and always cite their references.
I also think it is important for students to become good digital citizens for their own safety. Technology and the internet are great, but there are some bad things out there as well. Students need to be aware of this and learn to protect themselves and prevent this bad people/software to not touch their lives. But this needs to be taught and needs to be emphasize!
And of course all the tools out there that can enhance their learning! All the tools we've learned through these 11 Tools are resourceful for building a stronger education. When students are smart with the technology and internet, they can expand their horizon. Students should use technology to their advantage and not make it their enemy! It's all about being SMART!
I think the best way to teach my 1st graders digital citizenship is using Brain Pop! My students love Brain Pop and always learn new things! Especially when it's from Annie and Mobley, they seem to take it to heart. I would have this as one of the first task the students will do at our computer station. And even before doing any tech project, it is always good to revisit any digital citizen expectations, because I think sometimes as adults we need reminders as well! So most importantly MODEL all these expectations of a DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP!
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