Our world screams for us to use technology. We use technology to communicate, research, teach, learn, the list goes on. Everything we do seems to be becoming more and more reliant on technology. Digital citizenship means that a person knows how to use technology and is efficient in the skills required to use it appropriately. Digital citizens are self-feeders when it comes to the world of technology. They are not affraid to use it and have succes in doind so. Students benefit from this skill in many ways. Technology is a tool that can enhance learning. It is important to teach digital citizenship concepts because we are members of this world and certain responsibilities come with that title. If our students do not have digital citizenship they will not be able to reach their full potential in partnering with future employers, in college, or in furthering knowledge.
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I agree that digital citizenship is knowing how to use technology, but it is also knowing how to use it responsibly. This includes treating others the way we want to be treated and not abusing the technology that we have at our disposal.
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