This article was an important reminder that children need to have rules and regulations concerning the use of technology inside and outside of the classroom.
The subject of technology use was well thought out and defined the guidelines and rules that are important for the children to follow. Some of these regulations regarding technology are also ones that are considered life learning lessons such as using safe decision making skills, responsible behavior, having a positive attitude, and using leadership skills. The nine elements of digital citizenship are also valuable for the children and adults to follow as well. The reflection model of technology involves the children with their parents to discuss issues they may have about technology.
Questions:
#1 Should we require parents to take a technology course to promote digital citizenship for themselves as well as their children?
Yes, it is important that parents are educated the same as their children because they tend to not have the skills to help their children with homework. Since they are on the same academic level, the children have no one to turn to meet their technological needs at home.
#2 Should there be consequences for students who do not follow the important rules of digital citizenship?
Yes, just as in any other rules in the school setting, students should be held accountable for breaking the rules. One of the consequences could be that the computer privilege is taken away for a set amount of time. Or, the student could write a letter to his or her peers explaining what rule was violated and the importance of following the rules. Another could be a conference with the parents, so they can talk with the student at home and reinforce the right behavior with technology.
Ribble , Mike. "Passport to Digital Citizenship." Learning & Leading with Technology 12/2008 14-17. 4 Feb 2009
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