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"Digital citizenship is a key component of the technology and media literacy. We do not teach our students how to be good citizens in the real physical world but how they can be good netizens of the online world as well.Today's learning requires alot of use of technology and most imprtant of all, our students are using technology on a daily basis- text messaging, blogging, Facebooking, Twittering, watching videos, gaming and networking. They live in two different but interconnected worlds. What they do online can have a severe repercussions on their real life if not properly instructed on digital safety issues and this is where digital citizenship fits in."

Here is another resource for teachers to use with students when covering digital citizenship as required by federal law. 

This wiki provides a great structure for classroom integration and addressing of Digital IDs and Citizenship.

"Curriculum teaches digital literacy and citizenship"

Check out Edutopia's collection of articles, videos, and resources on cyberbullying, netiquette, and internet safety. Digital Citizenship: Resource Roundup Check out Edutopia's collection of articles, videos, and resources on cyberbullying, netiquette, and internet safety. By Edutopia Staff Facebook 1 Twitter 22 Share 34 Email Resources by Topic: Cyberbullying The Importance of Netiquette Internet Safety Teaching Bullying Prevention Discussion Groups Additional Resources on the Web

One of the federal requirements we face in public schools receiving E-Rate is the teaching of Digital Citizenship and Internet Safety to students.  This is a solid guide to introduce and begin Digital Footprint discussion. 

"An exciting initiative for students and teachers to develop digital literacy skills on YouTube and across the wider web in a few short lessons. To take part, go to www.google.com/edu/ytcurric or www.youtube.com/teachers."

This FREE, pioneering curriculum is designed to empower teens to be smart about how they create, communicate, and treat others in our 24/7 digital world. 

Website designed to teach teens about Internet safety through videos, games and comics. Educators can register for a free account so they can access lesson plans, discussion questions and more.

Website designed to teach elementary age students about Internet safety through videos, games and eBooks.