Digital Citizenship: What is it? 

Digital Citizenship is the responsibility we have as online users to act with integrity and to use technology appropriately.

A “digital citizen” is a ”person that participates in society using a certain amount of information technology…[with the] skill and knowledge to interact… through means of digital tools such as computers or mobile phones”  (Digital Citizen, Wikipedia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_citizen)

Safe Social Networking Practices

Safety and security is the number one concern of the Wilson Bloggers. All blog posts and comments are closely monitored and moderated by supervising teachers; nothing is posted without approval. Bloggers are also educated in social networking safety. The following is a list of resources and links regarding online safety and best blogging practices:

• Cyberbullying
• Media Awareness Network
• How to Choose a Safe Password
• Net Know-How
• Be Web Aware
• Blogging Guidelines for Students

If you have any concerns or questions please contact me at amie.schaufele@lethsd.ab.ca.