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Five research papers about bullying and bullying prevention programs authored by some of the best in the business. This is in support of Lady Gaga's new "research based" foundation to promote grassroots student action to help students improve relations to each other.

The Internet has created a whole new world of social communications for young people who are using e-mail, social networking Web sites, instant messaging, chat rooms and text messaging to stay in touch with friends and make new ones. While most interactions are positive, increasingly kids are using these communication tools to antagonize and intimidate others. According to a 2008 University of Toronto cyber bullying survey, nearly one in five Canadian students surveyed reported having been bullied online in the past three months.[1] An Alberta study found that one-third of students who had cyber bullied, had also been victims themselves.[2]

A very good list from SociableBlog.com : Social Media Blog Share this with your students!

This is the article to share with students. Sometimes seeing adults do this helps students disconnect and see a lack of civility for what it is: childish.

This shows you how students can be safe online when they are in school.

" 1. Participate. In the online environment, it's not enough to show up! We need to hear your voice to feel your presence, and we especially need your comments to add to the information, the shared learning, and the sense of community in each class. 2. Be persistent. Remember that we're all working in a fairly new environment. If you run into any difficulties, don't wait! Send an email immediately to your instructor or post on the Bulletin Board. Most problems are easily solved, but your instructor (and your course colleagues) have to hear from you before they can help. 3. Share tips, helps, and questions. For many of us, taking online courses is a new frontier. There are no dumb questions, and even if you think your solution is obvious, please share it by posting it on the Bulletin Board or other communication tool. 4. Think before you push the Send button. Did you say just what you meant? How will the person on the other end read the words? While you can't anticipate all reactions, do read over what you've written before you send it. 5. Remember that we can't see the grin on your face when you make a sarcastic comment, we can't see the concern on your face if you only say a couple of words, and we can't read your mind and fill in the gaps if you abbreviate your comments. So: help us "see" you by explaining your ideas fully. 6. Ask for feedback if you're not sure how your ideas and comments will be taken. Remember there's a person on the other side. If you disagree with what someone has said, practice all your communication skills as you express that disagreement. 7. "Flaming," or flying off the handle and ranting at someone else is unacceptable; it's the equivalent of having a tantrum, something most of us wouldn't do in an onsite, face to face classroom. 8. Any derogatory or inappropriate comments regarding race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, are unacceptable and subject to the sa

Citrus High School Student Technology Survey

A student survey about technology. Might provide ideas for our Digiteen project?

Top five ways students use technology to cheat -- of course, all of them involve the cell phone, which will certainly push many to continue to say they should be banned. To me, teachers should be vigilant and watchful. Also, who says you have to give the same test to all of your classes or a pop quiz on the same day? It is time to get smart!

Video documentation of the Digiteen social action project done by Suzie Nestico's classroom.

MCA students made a PSA to present to their own student body about digital citizenship and cyberbullying and how bullying has changed over the years.

"Interviews with educators discussing the benefits of blogging and how it can be used with students." Featuring Anne Mirtschin, Julie Lindsay, Kim Cofino and Paul Blogush and his students

Net neutrality is an important issue being addressed by the US government right now to prevent companies from sort of creating their own version of the Internet. These rules are supposed to keep things "open." I'm also sending these to my digiteen students (you can follow digiteen at http://www.twitter.com/digiteen) and Flat Classroom students (http://www.twitter.com/flatclassroom) for work on their project.

Net neutrality deserves a mention in the Digiteen project and is an important topic being debated here in the US.

"The real issues of digital citizenship include understanding identity and the opportunities afforded students when teachers teach students to be global citizens. " by Dean Shareski

This changes parents' perspectives about letting their child use technology.

This article is about changing our environment to meet modern needs

Riya & Margaret, Why do you think education is so slow to change the traditional education paradigm?

The national Speak Up survey just opened on October 10, 2011.  This survey, developed by Project Tomorrow, provides a critical opportunity for local stakeholder voices - students, teachers, parents, administrators, and technology leaders - to directly impact national efforts to promote positive, effective use of technology to transform teaching and learning!  By participating, there will be targeted data made available to develop programs and initiatives that improve our ability to prepare students for the world they live in today. 

Ann from South Australia talks about her exploration of digital citizenship with her students. My favourite sentence, Ann, I really enjoyed reading this blog post. You have shared vital process material from your recent connection with NZ and also communicated student responses -also a necessary part of assessing the success and viability of online connection that leads to collaboration. My favourite sentence is your last one - "Global digital collaboration goes beyond research. We found out more through the learning experience of meeting and sharing knowledge." #flatconnections #GlobalCitizen New blog on my first global collaboration. http://t.co/8uJleK5Iar

Boys are more likely to spend more than 20 hours a week on the internet. One in every 25 teens are extremely addicted to the internet and might have health issues if they are forced to stop using it.

Information on online learning/online students

This sight will help to be able to give better ideas for the safety and it also tells you books you can get that will help you to learn more about it.

"The topic of digital citizenship is certainly gaining momentum"

digital citizenship for parents

I love Rhondda's reflections on digital citizenship. She makes very profound, reasonable arguments as a teacher in the trenches and she has my vote 100% on what she's saying!!