2014-15 Monthly Digital Citizenship Curriculum
Author: Rick Phelan
Published: 08.26.14
Educators and parents recognize that digital citizenship is an important area for student learning. A recent survey undertaken by Sonoma County school districts found that digital citizenship was among the highest ranked student learning needs of all respondents. How can K-12 schools help support learning about digital citizenship?
One successful strategy schools can use in their approach to helping students learn about digital citizenship is to have agreed-upon content that students will consider each month. Throughout the 2014-15 school year, SCOE will feature monthly, grade-specific resources from the Common Sense Media Foundation that focuses on the following themes.
Themes for 2014-15
Sept | Internet Privacy/Safety
Oct | Anti-bullying
Nov | Digital Footprint/Reputation
Dec | Self Image
Jan | Information Literacy
Feb | Creative Credit
Mar | Relationships & Communication
Apr | Media Literacy
September: Internet Privacy and Safety
Here are September’s materials, with links to Common Sense Media’s lessons and materials:
Grade K Going Places Safely
Grade 1 Staying Safe Online
Grade 2 Powerful Passwords
Grade 3 Rings of Responsibility
Grade 4 Strong Passwords
Grade 5 Talking Safely Online
Grade 6 Digital Life 101
Grade 7 Safe Online Talk
Grade 8 With Power Comes Responsibility
Grade 9 Digital Life 102
Grade 10 My Online Code
Grade 11 What’s the Big Deal About Internet Privacy?
Grade 12 Does It Matter Who Has Your Data?
Sample Videos from Common Sense Media
Going Places Safely (K-2)
This K-2 lesson from Common Sense Media includes a lesson plan, downloadable lesson materials, and the My Online Neighborhood video.
Safe Online Talk (6-8)
This Grade 6-8 lesson from Common Sense Media includes a lesson plan, downloadable lesson materials, and two videos that offer student perspectives about online talk.
Visit the SCOE Digital Citizenship Page
Visit the Digital Citizenship page on the SCOE website to find new materials each month during 2014-15.
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