9 Elements of Digital Citizenship

1. Digital Access

1.1. Full electronic participation in society

1.2. A teacher allows all students to use the internet for a research assignment

1.3. A teacher allowing only certain students to use the internet

2. Digital Commerce

2.1. The buying and selling of goods online

2.2. Buying things on Ebay or Amazon

2.3. Buying things on an unrealiable site

3. Digital Communication

3.1. The electronic exchange of information

3.2. Sending personal e-mails

3.3. Sending personal information to a stranger

4. Digital Etiquette

4.1. The standards of conduct expected by other digital technology users

4.2. Turning your cell phone off at a movie theater

4.3. Talking or texting on your cell phone while driving

5. Digital Law

5.1. The legal rights and restrictions governing technology use.

5.2. Buying music onlie.

5.3. Downloading music illegally and using it.

6. Digital Health and Wellness

6.1. The elements of physical and psychological well-being related to digital technology use.

6.2. Going outside and enjoying the sunlight.

6.3. Being on the computer for long time periods.

7. Digital Rights and Responsibilities

7.1. The privileges and freedoms extended to all digital technology users, and the behavioral expectaions that come with them.

7.2. Following the rules online, and treating everyone in a harmless way.

7.3. Bullying online or using websites in mean/ hurtful ways.

8. Digital Security

8.1. The precautions that all technology users must take to guarantee their personal safery and the security of their network.

8.2. Protecting your personal things.

8.3. Keeping it open to the public.

9. Digital Literacy

9.1. The capability to use digital technology and knowing when and how to use it.

9.2. Knowing when technology is needed.

9.3. Using technology for everything.