In a time where students are spending more time on the computer both during school and at home, it's important for them to understand the rules of internet safety and digital citizenship. Use Storyboard That to teach your students the importance of digital citizenship.
What is Digital Citizenship? How can students practice digital safety? How is it different than Internet Safety for students, but also tied in with it?
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Finding Reliable Sources
Speaking Up Against Bullying
Don't Post Everything
Not everything on the internet is true. Learn how to find and cite reliable sources and how to determine the biases of websites or news articles.
Perceived anonymity online makes bullies bolder. If you witness or experience cyberbullying, stand up for yourself or the other person and get a trusted adult involved.
Think before you post! Don't post anything that you don't want friends, family, teachers, or future employers to see. This includes being careful about what you say about others on social media sites.