Digital+Citizenship

Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. Students: a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology. b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity. c. demonstrate personal responsiblilty for lifelong learning. d. exhibit leadership for digital citizenship.
 * Digital Citizenship**

//Resources for All Students//
__ **Digital Citizenship and Internet Safety** __ authored by the Kenton County School System (in Kentucky) Includes numerous links to resources for kids, teens, teachers, and parents. The links include websites for kids and teens to learn and play. http://www.kenton.k12.ky.us/internet_safety/default.htm#kids

**__ Digital Citizenship- Current Internet Issues for School Leaders __** authored by Erie 1 Boces This website includes numerous links to activities for students in all age groups under the heading Digital Safety Issues - How to Stay Safe Online (towards the bottom of the page). http://nys-eett.wikispaces.com/Digital+Citizenship-+Current+Internet+Issues+for+School+Leaders = __I Keep Safe Website Resources__ = The Internet Keep Safe Coalition has printable PDF handouts for elementary level students regarding technology vocabulary and keeping safe on the Internet. http://www.ikeepsafe.org/iksc_educators/educational-materials.php = __I Keep Safe Children’s Interactive Site__ = The Internet Keep Safe Coalition provides this interactive site for students to explore Internet Safety. http://www.ikeepsafe.org/iksc_kids/

__Stop Cyberbullying__
WiredKids has created a user-friendly site for sharing information on cyberbullying: what it is, how to prevent it, and information targeted for three specific age groups. There is great information on Netiquette (proper Internet behavior) on this site. http://www.stopcyberbullying.org/index2.html

//Resources for Elementary & Intermediate Students//
= __NetSmartzKids__ authored by National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Boys & Girls Clubs of America = Many interactive games and activities for students about using the Internet safely and appropriately. http://www.netsmartzkids.org/games/index.htm = __Cyber Tree House__ authored by the Business Software Alliance = This website is designed for students and includes videos and games. Included in the ‘Smart and Uncool’ section are links to great websites for kids and a description of ‘uncool’ ways to use the Internet. [|www.CyberTreeHouse.com]
 * __Brain Pop and Brain Pop Jr.__** offers free video for all aspects of digital citizenship. www.brainpop.com and www.brainpopjr.com

= __Official Get Your Web License__ authored by PBS = This website is a kid-friendly, interactive activity where students navigate different DC scenarios to receive their “Get Your Web License”. http://pbskids.org/license/

= __Web/Wise/Kids__ = Excellent PDF hand out resources for younger students regarding Internet safety. Click on ABOUT and then EDUCATORS for more information. Also try the RESOURCES link for facts regarding Internet safety. http://www.webwisekids.org/index.asp?page=classroomResources