Computer Lab

Reasons for Teaching Digital Citizenship

 

• Due to the fact that a lot of young kids embrace technology every day without examining the consequences of implementation, we must teach digital citizenship lessons in the curriculum. Students continue to use devices whether the device has been embraced in their curriculum or not. They are in touch with technology even after school hours. Therefore, there is a need to teach them digital citizenship.

• Today, with digitalization, employers judge prospective students or employees for their social media profile. So, it is important to teach students how to create online personas that project positive and constructive images.

• Cyber-bullying is another reason for teaching digital citizenship. We can only prevent cyber-bullying by educating students about digital citizenship. Lack of awareness about digital citizenship can lead to the cyber-bullying which has grave consequences at times.

• Information Search and Analysis is an important aspect of Digital Citizenship. There are lots of resources available over the Internet and not all is authentic. Digital citizenship teaches students how to look out, select, and streamline information and how to choose a real and authentic source of information.