KEY AREA 4. CULTURAL DIVERSITY Digital Citizenship Introduction to Digital Citizenship In a society where devices such as PCs, tablets and laptops are now widely used and taken for granted, people are often unaware of the risks associated with using these devices. Passwords can be hacked, messages can reach a multitude of people in seconds and in an unwanted way, with every search on the internet each of us leaves traces there. It is therefore important to be aware of how to use digital devices and the internet responsibly in order to protect oneself and others. Good practice regarding the topic First good practice Course title: Digital Citizenship: Prepare today’s learners for online success. Microsoft. Country of origin: US online tool provided by Microsoft Relevance with key area: The online course relates to the topic of digital citizenship and addresses the importance of the responsible use of technology. Methodology: The course has a very broad approach. It contains 11 units in total and has a modular structure. Relevant to our focus of interest are the following topics: ● Define digital citizenship: Most learners are not aware of possibilities and chances the digital world provides. This helps to focus on this topic as well as on the challenges and consequences digital interactions may have. ● Be online: Risks of being always online and responsible use of all digital devices. ● Be public: The internet does not forget anything.
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