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What does digital citizenship primarily encompass?
Which of the following is a key aspect of being a good digital citizen?
How can one contribute to a positive online community as a digital citizen?
What is meant by managing one's digital footprint?
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What is NOT an aspect of digital citizenship?
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What type of digital footprint is created when you intentionally share information online?
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Which principle emphasizes the importance of understanding risks associated with online activities?
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What should individuals consider when making ethical decisions in digital citizenship?
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Why is it important to manage your digital footprint?
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What is a key component of engaging positively within online communities?
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What is the main purpose of regularly reviewing privacy settings on social media?
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Which action can help protect your privacy and minimize identity theft risk?
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Why is it advisable to Google yourself periodically?
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What impact can old, unused accounts have on your digital footprint?
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What should you consider before posting something online?
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What is the primary purpose of encryption in online privacy?
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Which of the following actions can help safeguard your personal information?
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What should be the initial step if someone is being bullied online?
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Identify the key component of online privacy that includes your name and email address.
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What is a recommended action to take after experiencing online bullying?
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Study Notes
Digital Citizenship
- In today's digital age, it's important to understand how to navigate the online world responsibly and safely.
- Digital citizenship is the responsible, ethical, and respectful use of technology.
- It encompasses how we interact with others online, manage our digital footprint, and protect ourselves/others from online risks.
- Being a good digital citizen means being aware of the digital landscape and using technology to contribute to a safe and positive online community.
- Digital citizenship is about engaging positively, critically, and competently in the digital environment.
- It involves understanding the rights and responsibilities of being online, making informed decisions, and recognizing the impact of our actions on others.
Digital Citizenship: Key Aspects
- Respect: Treats others with kindness and respect online, similar to in-person interactions. This includes respecting privacy, opinions, and content others create.
- Responsibility: Understanding your responsibilities in the digital world, like protecting personal information, using technology appropriately, and reporting harmful behavior.
- Awareness: Recognizing risks associated with online activities, such as cyberbullying, scams, and misinformation, and learning how to identify and avoid these risks.
- Ethics: Making ethical decisions by considering the consequences of your actions, avoiding illegal activities, such as hacking or piracy, and understanding the importance of copyright and intellectual property.
- Engagement: Engaging positively in online communities by contributing to discussions, creating content, and collaborating with others in ways that build a healthy and supportive digital environment.
Managing Your Digital Footprint
- A digital footprint is the trail of data you leave behind when you use the internet.
- It encompasses everything from websites visited to emails sent, social media posts, and online purchases.
- Your digital footprint can be active, where you intentionally share information, or passive, where data is collected without direct input.
- Managing your digital footprint is important because it can have a lasting impact on your reputation, privacy, and more.
Consider Long-Term Consequences
- Before posting online, evaluate potential future consequences.
- Ask yourself if you would be comfortable with anyone, including future employers, seeing your post.
Regularly Review Privacy Settings
- Social media platforms and online services regularly update their privacy policies.
- Adjust settings regularly to control who can see your information.
Monitor Your Online Presence
- Search your name online periodically to understand your digital footprint.
- Act if you discover publicly available information you prefer to keep private.
Limit Personal Information Sharing
- Minimize sharing personal information like full name, address, phone number, and birthday.
- Helps protect privacy and reduce identity theft risk.
Delete Unused Accounts
- Consider deleting old accounts on platforms or services you no longer use.
- Old accounts may contain personal information that could be accessed or misused.
Online Privacy Importance
- Online privacy is about controlling who has access to your personal information and how it's used.
- Protecting online privacy is essential to prevent identity theft, financial fraud, and exploitation.
Personal information
- Personal information can be used to identify you and includes your name, address, phone number, and email address.
- Safeguarding this information is crucial to protecting your privacy.
Data Encryption
- Data encryption converts information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- Websites using HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) encrypt your data, making it safer to transmit information like credit card numbers and passwords.
Blocking the Bully
- Platform settings can be used to block individuals who are bullying you, preventing further contact.
Reporting Bullying Behavior
- Most social media platforms, websites, and apps have features to report abusive behavior.
- Use these tools to report bullying actions.
Seeking Support
- Talk to a trusted adult, friend, or counselor about your experience with bullying.
- They can offer support and help you decide on the best course of action.
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Description
Test your knowledge on digital citizenship and learn how to navigate the online world responsibly and safely. This quiz covers key aspects such as online interactions, managing your digital footprint, and understanding your rights and responsibilities in the digital environment.
