ePillar ProgramA Netiquette and Internet Safety Presentation

Developed by John Burgess

Social Media Instr Strategies-SP12-930C-2306Module 2 - Activity 3

ePillar Program

Digital CitizenshipAUP and NetiquetteSafe Practices

WelcomeThis Presentation is being offered to Pupils,

Parents, Educators and Engaged Members of the Community.

The Presentation is meant to be Highly Interactive and Participatory

Our Goal is Simply; to Facilitate the Collaborative Development of our Community’s very own

ePillar Program

Together, we can help to ensure that all of us have an opportunity to use Technology Appropriately and Stay Safe Online!

Guiding PrinciplesAs we Develop the Pillars of our Program please remember the

following:1. All Stakeholders (Pupils, Parents, Educators, Tech Experts, Community

Partners, etc.) will have a say in the Process.2. We will Model the Appropriate use of Technology during the Programs

Development.3. We will Understand, Develop and Follow Safe Practices for Technology

and Internet use in the home and at school.4. We will Understand, Develop and Adhere to Netiquette Guidelines for

online Learning Communities, Discussion Boards, Texting and Social Media Interaction.

5. We will Endeavor to Create and Sustain a Technologically Advanced Environment and Culture that Nurtures High Functioning, Respectful and Responsible Digital Citizens.

Safer Internet Practices

ePillar One

We all know the Internet can be a great place to Explore and Learn [1]

We should also acknowledge that the Internet can be a Dangerous place when used Incorrectly [2]

Use the Picture Links to access Information and Video Content concerning Internet Dangers and Safer use Strategies.

Internet Dangers for KidsAccording to cnet.com the top 5 Internet Dangers

for Kids are:1. Data Theft – Including the theft of passwords, addresses,

Social Security Numbers, Credit Card Numbers, and other Financial Information.

2. Malicious Software (also known as malware) – adware, spyware, viruses, phishing scams, etc.

3. Inappropriate Content – Pornography, Violence, Hate Speech, Propaganda, Racist Material, etc.

4. Cyberbullying – Bullying by Peers via Instant Messages, Chat Rooms, Social Networking Sites, Online Games, etc.

5. Predators – Social Networking Sites, chat rooms. [3]

Decision Time

Internet Dangers

Record Ideas on Flipcharts

Safer Practices

Record Ideas on Flipcharts

In groups of 3-4, List all the Internet Dangers and Safer Practices you can think of. Use your team’s ideas Develop our Safer Practices Pillar.

Archetype Time

Create or Use your existing Social Media to join the Community of those already dedicated to the Pillar of Safer Internet use.

Remember, Community means Connecting, Learning and Contributing!

Appropriate Use Policy and Netiquette Guidelines

ePillar Two

Appropriate Uses of Technology can Facilitate Learning through Collaboration Exploration and Discovery [4]

Use the Picture Links to access Information and Videos concerning Internet Dangers and Safer use Strategies.

The Inappropriate Applications of Technology and Improper Netiquette are ineffective Strategies. [5]

Use the Picture Links to access Information and Videos concerning Internet Appropriate Use Policies .

Decision Time

Appropriate

Record Ideas on Flipcharts

Inappropriate

Record Ideas on Flipcharts

In groups of 3-4, List Appropriate and Inappropriate Tech Uses and Netiquette Principles. Use your team’s ideas to Develop the AUP and Netiquette Guidelines for Pillar Two.

Archetype Time

Use a Social Media site or YouTube to connect with and learn from others already discussing the AUP and Netiquette Pillar.

Digital Citizenship

ePillar Three

Digital CitizenshipIn a world full of technology, the Digital

Citizen’s Framework helps teachers, technology leaders and parents understand what students must know in order to appropriately employ technology. [6]

Digital Citizens know, “what is considered appropriate technology usage”. [7]

Use the Picture Links to access Information and Videos concerning Internet Dangers and Safer use Strategies.

Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship1. Digital Access: Full electronic participation in

society.2. Digital Commerce: Electronic buying and selling

of goods.3. Digital Communication: Electronic exchange of

information. 4. Digital Literacy: Process of teaching and learning

about technology and the use of technology.5. Digital Etiquette: Electronic standards of conduct

or procedure. [8]

Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship Con’t6. Digital Law: Electronic responsibility for actions

and deeds 7. Digital Rights & Responsibilities: Those

freedoms extended to everyone in a digital world.

8. Digital Health & Wellness: Physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world.

9. Digital Security (self-protection): Electronic precautions to guarantee safety. [8]

Decision Time

Create

Record Ideas on Flipcharts

Sustain

Record Ideas on Flipcharts

In groups of 3-4, List ways to Create and Sustain an Environment and Culture for Digital Citizen Pillar Three

Archetype Time

Use a Social Media site or YouTube to connect with and learn from others already discussing the Digital Citizenship Pillar.

Additional ResourcesKids Safety on the InternetCyber Bullying StatisticsSafety Tips for the InternetInternet Safety for Teenshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87JiUrWaQVk

Go Forth and Learn…

Works Cited1. Edudemic - http://edudemic.com/2011/11/technology-transform/2. Date Line NBC “Dangers children face online” http

://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6083442/ns/dateline_nbc/t/dangers-children-face-online /3. Top 5 Internet Dangers for Kids Source:

http://www.cnet.com/4520-13384_1-6721368-1.html4. Edudemic - http://edudemic.com/2011/11/technology-transform/5. “Netiquette Do’s and Don’ts” http

://coffeescholar.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/netiquette-dos-and-donts/6. Digital Citizenship Website http://www.digitalcitizenship.net/Nine_Elements.html7. Digital Citizenship Website

http://www.digitalcitizenship.net/Nine_Elements.html8. Digital Citizenship Website http://

www.digitalcitizenship.net/Nine_Elements.html