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Free Brainpop video on digital citizenship. Four other free videos are included in the series: BLOGS, CYBERBULLYING, DIGITAL ETIQUETTE and ONLINE SAFETY.

"We live in a time of rapidly changing technology, increasing globalization, and serious environmental issues affecting the planet. We need a new generation of thinkers in our schools and in the workplace to help solve problems. New digital tools enable students to take charge of their learning. With their hands on a whiteboard or laptop keyboard, they are engaged in active learning rather than passive response mode. Explore solutions below."

"Classroom Resources to Counter Cyberbullying"

"# 1. Never share or post your personal information. # 2. Never share your online passwords with anyone except your parents. # 3. Never meet anyone face-to-face whom you only know online. # 4. Talk to your parents about everything you do on the Internet. # 5. Don't bully or accept bullying from anyone."

Sexting Quiz for middle and high school students. Use to generate discussion about appropriate behavior on a mobile device.

Youtube video that talks about Digital Dossier describing all the digital records that accumulate about a typical person from conception to death. Use this to make students aware that all mobile messages, media uses, and calls are part of their permanent record.

ScuttlePad is a social network for kids that allows members to interact online while building language skills. With ScuttlePad, kids express themselves using guided communication to learn how to share information responsibly. Once they're part of the ScuttlePad community, kids can connect with their friends in a fun and safe way.

"7 Rules for Online Etiquette "

"Teach and test the basics of online life" Great site where teachers can set up their class to earn their own digital passport. Free-teachers can track individual student progress through the lessons, games, and assessments found online. Works great on computer/Chromebook but it is Flash based and only works on iPad with a paid app.