Introduction to Digital Citizenship
Summary
TLDRIrene Manning from the One in One B Foundation introduces the CBSC Skills Course on Digital Citizenship, launched in June 2022. Aimed at grades 6-8, the course covers digital etiquette, online safety, and the responsible use of digital media. It includes interactive lessons, case studies, and videos, with support materials like student and teacher handbooks. Teachers can earn professional development hours and become Digital Citizenship Champions. The course aligns with the National Education Platform 2020, promoting digital inclusivity and safety.
Takeaways
- 😀 The CBSC Skills Course 'Digital Citizenship' was introduced in response to the sudden shift to online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for online conduct guidelines for students.
- 🏫 The course aligns with the National Education Platform 2020, emphasizing digital inclusivity and the responsible use of technology in education.
- 📅 Launched in June 2022, the program is currently being implemented nationwide to educate students on proper digital behavior.
- 👩🏫 Teachers are encouraged to participate in the course, as it offers professional development hours and the opportunity to become a 'Digital Citizenship Champion' by completing webinars and a quiz.
- 🏆 In October, during Cyber Security Safety Month, an Olympiad is planned to engage both teachers and students, promoting active involvement in digital safety.
- 📚 The course is designed for grades six, seven, and eight, with each level comprising 12 hours of interactive and engaging instruction, including case studies and group discussions.
- 📘 Support materials such as student and teacher handbooks, along with classroom materials, are provided to facilitate teaching and learning, with QR codes for easy access to additional resources.
- 🌐 The course covers seven main topics: digital world basics, digital etiquette, digital footprints, digital well-being, cyber security, information literacy, and the digital future.
- 🔒 A significant focus is on cyber security and the importance of safeguarding personal information, as well as the dangers of cyber exploitation.
- 📈 The course aims to prepare students for their role in the digital world, teaching them about the impact of social media, the risks of fake news, and the skills needed for a digital future.
- 🔗 For broader implementation, the course materials are adaptable for a range of grade levels, from fourth grade to twelfth grade, and are not limited to ICT teachers but are relevant for all educators.
Q & A
What is the main focus of the 'Digital Citizenship' course?
-The 'Digital Citizenship' course focuses on teaching students how to behave responsibly and safely online, covering topics such as digital etiquette, digital footprints, cyber security, and information literacy.
Why was the 'Digital Citizenship' course developed?
-The course was developed in response to the increased online presence of students during the COVID-19 pandemic, where a lack of understanding of online conduct was observed, necessitating education on digital citizenship.
How does the 'Digital Citizenship' course align with national education goals?
-The course aligns with the National Education Platform 2020, which emphasizes digital inclusivity and the use of technology and digital media for all.
Who launched the 'Digital Citizenship' course and when was it launched?
-The 'Digital Citizenship' course was launched in June 2022 by Dr. Saha and RP Singh of the skills development program of the CBSC.
What are the benefits for teachers who participate in the 'Digital Citizenship' course?
-Teachers can benefit from the course by enhancing their own digital citizenship skills, and the hours spent on the course count towards their professional development hours. They also receive a certificate as a 'Digital Citizenship Champion' upon completion.
What kind of materials are provided to support teachers in the classroom?
-Teachers are provided with a student handbook, a teacher handbook, and classroom materials, all designed to guide them in teaching digital citizenship, regardless of their subject area.
What are the seven main topics covered in the 'Digital Citizenship' course?
-The seven main topics are: Welcome to Your Digital World, Digital Etiquette, Digital Footprints, Digital Well-being, Cyber Security, Information Literacy, and The Digital Future.
How is the 'Digital Citizenship' course structured in terms of grade levels and instruction hours?
-The course is designed for grades six, seven, and eight, with each grade level having 12 hours of instruction. The lessons are interactive and include case studies, group discussions, and videos.
What is the purpose of the student handbook provided in the course?
-The student handbook is a colorful and engaging resource that includes space for note-taking, guiding characters, and QR codes for accessing materials reviewed in class, helping students to learn and engage with the course content.
How does the course address the issue of cyber bullying?
-The course includes a section on digital etiquette where it discusses cyber bullying, providing students with knowledge on how to avoid it and how to help if they see someone being cyber bullied.
What are the next steps for teachers interested in incorporating the 'Digital Citizenship' course into their teaching?
-Teachers can start by watching the teacher and principal orientation video, attending webinars for deeper insights, and using the provided materials to teach the course in their classrooms, regardless of their subject specialization.
Outlines
📚 Introduction to Digital Citizenship Course
The video introduces a new CBSC skills course on digital citizenship, emphasizing the importance of online conduct, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic's first lockdown in 2020. Irene Manning from the One in One B Foundation explains the course's alignment with the National Education Platform 2020, focusing on digital inclusivity and technology use. Launched in June 2022, the course aims to educate students on proper online behavior and safety, benefiting both teachers and students. It includes webinars, a certificate program, and an upcoming Olympiad for cybersecurity in October. The course is designed for grades six, seven, and eight, with 12 hours of interactive lessons per level, supported by student and teacher handbooks, and classroom materials available on the CBSC website.
🖥️ Digital Citizenship Course Overview
The video script outlines the seven main topics covered in the digital citizenship course: 1) Basics of the digital world, including understanding PCs, hardware, software, and the internet. 2) Digital etiquette, focusing on responsible online behavior, email communication, video class attendance, online friendships, and cyberbullying prevention. 3) Digital footprints, discussing the permanence of online actions and the importance of cautious online sharing. 4) Digital well-being, addressing the balance between online and offline activities and the risks of excessive screen time. 5) Cyber security, including device safety, data protection, and avoiding cyber exploitation. 6) Information literacy, covering plagiarism avoidance and fake news identification. 7) The digital future, exploring social media's positive use and upcoming technologies. Each grade level concludes with group projects to reinforce learning.
🔗 Next Steps for Teachers in Digital Citizenship
The final paragraph encourages teachers to integrate digital citizenship lessons into their classrooms, regardless of their subject area. It suggests that the course materials are adaptable for a wide range of grade levels, from fourth grade to twelfth grade. The video script invites teachers to participate in upcoming webinars for deeper insights into critical topics like fake news, cyber security, and cyberbullying. It also highlights the availability of training and resources, including handbooks, on the CBSC skills website. The speaker, Irene Manning, concludes by inviting teachers to join the digital citizenship journey through these webinars and resources.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Digital Citizenship
💡Covid-19 Pandemic
💡National Education Platform 2020
💡Professional Development
💡Cyber Security
💡Digital Etiquette
💡Digital Footprints
💡Information Literacy
💡Digital Well-being
💡Cyber Exploiter
💡Digital Future
Highlights
Introduction to the new CBSC skills course on digital citizenship by Irene Manning from the One in One B Foundation.
The course was developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic's shift to online education and the need for digital conduct understanding.
Digital Citizenship course aligns with the National Education Platform 2020, emphasizing digital inclusivity and technology use.
Launched in June 2022, the course aims to educate students on proper online behavior and safety.
Teachers are encouraged to participate for professional development hours and to become Digital Citizenship Champions.
An Olympiad for teacher and student involvement is planned for Cyber Security Safety Month in October.
The course is designed for grades six, seven, and eight, with 12 hours of instruction each, focusing on fun and interactive learning.
Materials include a student handbook, teacher handbook, and classroom materials to support teaching digital citizenship.
The student handbook features QR codes for easy access to additional materials at home.
The teacher handbook provides guidance on lesson objectives and examples for teachers of various subjects.
Classroom materials are minimal effort for teachers, available directly from the CBSC skills website.
Definition of a digital citizen as someone who can use digital technologies safely and securely.
Course topics include digital etiquette, digital footprints, digital well-being, cyber security, information literacy, and the digital future.
Emphasis on teaching students how to avoid cyberbullying and the importance of digital etiquette.
Discussion on the permanence of online actions and the concept of digital footprints.
Importance of balancing time spent online with offline activities for digital well-being.
Cyber security lessons include creating strong passwords and avoiding cyber exploitation.
Information literacy covers avoiding plagiarism and discerning fake news.
Encouragement for teachers to incorporate digital citizenship lessons into their classrooms, regardless of subject.
Upcoming webinars and resources for teachers to delve deeper into critical topics like fake news and cyberbullying.
A registration link is provided for teachers interested in further training on digital citizenship.
Transcripts
[Music]
hello and welcome to introduction to
digital citizenship my name is Irene
Manning and I'm from the one in one B
foundation and I'm here to talk to you
today about the new cbsc skills course
entitled digital citizenship so why
digital citizenship well let's think
back to 2020 during the first lockdown
of the covid-19 pandemic
all of a sudden students and teachers
across the country had to go online to
continue their education this was the
first time that many of these children
had ever been online and it became quite
apparent that the code of conduct on how
they should behave online was not well
understood by all of the students
teacher feedback indicates the same and
hence the cbsc skills course digital
citizenship was born this course also
aligns with the National Education
platform 2020 which talks about digital
inclusivity and the use of technology
and digital media for all so course was
launched in June of 2022 by Dr Saha and
RP Singh of the skills development
program of the cbsc and at this point we
are currently rolling this program out
Across the Nation okay so why should you
as a teacher get involved in digital
citizenship first and foremost this is a
skill that that both you and your
students can benefit from as we all know
that digital is the future the sooner
that children know how to behave what
the code of conduct is how to stay safe
online the better it will be for all of
us and that goes for you as well
Additionally the hours that you spend
watching these webinars will count
towards your professional development
hours you will receive a certificate as
a digital citizenship Champion once you
have watched the webinars and taken a
small quiz to make sure that you really
understood the topic there are prizes
and speaking opportunities coming soon
and October which is cyber security
safety month we will be having an
Olympiad for both teacher and student
involvement so look out for more
information about that coming soon now
let me give you an overview of the
course that we have our digital
citizenship skills course is designed
for grade six grade seven and grade
eight so we have three levels each with
12 hours of instruction uh the lessons
are designed to be fun and interactive
we have case studies we have group
discussions we have lots of videos to
help the kids learn in a fun and
engaging manner let me tell you first
about the materials that will support
you as a teacher in the classroom we've
designed a student handbook a teacher
handbook
and the classroom materials for you and
the link will be provided in the box
below the student handbook as you can
see is a bright colorful cheerful book
it has space for kids to take notes it
has these little characters like the
little dog that you see in the corner
that guide the kids when there's an
important point to be had and all the QR
codes are there for any material that's
reviewed in the classroom so if a video
is shared if an article is shared the
student can go home they can scan the QR
code and they can then share that video
with their siblings or their parents in
the home the teacher handbook is very
similar to the student handbook but in
line you will see uh notes for you as a
teacher what what the purpose of the
lesson should be what kind of examples
you can be providing to the children
what kind of answers the kids should be
giving when you ask them questions so it
helps to guide you whether you're a ICT
teacher or a physics teacher or a
geography teacher this material will
help guide you in how to teach digital
citizenship to your students
we also have classroom material which
you can see and that is provided for
each of the lessons so there's very
minimal uh work that you have to do you
can take these directly from the cbse
skills website they're available now I
recommend that you go and check them out
so let's level set on what a digital
citizen is a digital citizen is someone
who has the skills to use the internet
and other digital Technologies safely
and securely in order to interact with
the online World in Social settings in
Civic settings and in general so that's
what we mean when we say who is a
digital citizen now when we talk about
digital citizenship we've constructed
our course over seven different main
topics and I'm going to walk you through
each of these topics one by one and this
is how the outline of all the coursework
that you're going to find on the cbsc
website will follow our first topic is
all about welcome to your day Digital
World this is a level setting area of
the course where we talk about you know
the very Basics what is a PC how does it
work what is Hardware what is software
and what is the internet many children
actually know how to go onto the
internet but maybe they don't actually
know what the internet is and so this
course is a little bit of level setting
to make sure that we are all on the same
page and understand what our digital
world is all about
the next set of topics is about digital
etiquette this one is all about how to
behave
responsibly politely with others online
so we talk about things like how to
write an email to your teacher or how to
attend a video class we also talk about
online friendships and the most
important topic is we talk about cyber
bullying and we talk about how to avoid
it and ways that you as students can
help if you see someone being Cyber
Bullied
the third of our umbrella topics is
called digital Footprints this is all
about how once you go online the things
that you do online are available forever
and for almost all to see so we want to
make sure that kids understand this
because you know they may look back in
five years time and say oh my goodness
why did I ever post something like this
in the past and so this is all about
making sure that they understand that
digital Footprints are there and that
they need to be cautious and careful
about the kind of things that they're
putting out there in the world the next
topic is all about digital well-being
one of the sad uh impacts of having
these kids go online is they now spend
excessive amounts of Time online and
digital well-being is all about learning
how to create that balance reminding
kids about that time before they went
online and the things that they like to
do go take a walk meet their friends go
have an ice cream together and we want
them to learn that there's a time and a
place to be online and there's also a
time and a place to be offline so that's
what digital well-being is all about
the next topic is about cyber security
this is obviously an extremely important
topic and we talk about cyber security
we also talk about cyber exploiters
those are the people who are trying to
get your information and potentially use
it for nefarious or fraudulent purposes
so we talk not only about keeping your
device safe physically but making sure
that you know your rights and you are
keeping your data safe you know how to
make a strong password and you know what
it might be to be hacked and how you can
avoid these kinds of scenarios so that's
what cyber security and cyber exploiters
is all about
our next topic is information literacy
now there are two aspects to information
literacy the first is all about avoiding
plagiarism so it's teaching students
um that they can't just copy and paste
directly from the internet without
citing sources so we talk a lot about
what does it mean to be a content
creator and how do you give credit to
those creators whether it's visual
whether it's written it's important that
students know how to cite their sources
the second aspect of information
literacy is all around fake news we have
seen over the last few years the rise of
fake news whether it's click bait
whether it's half truths or whether it's
completely false stories and it's
important that children know how to
analyze the news that they're seeing and
also how not to continue to spread fake
news then finally we talk about the
digital future
in this part of the curriculum we talk
about things like using social media for
good we talk about things like what are
the next technologies that are coming so
that kids get a sense of where the
digital world is going and what their
role is in that digital world
at the end of every grade level so at
the end of grade six at the end of grade
seven and at the end of grade eight we
have group projects that help cement the
learning of these students that they've
been doing for the whole 12 hours across
the course of the year so now that you
know a little bit more about this course
what are the next steps for you well
first of all we did a teacher and
principal orientation and the link to
that video is in the box below I
recommend that you go and take a look at
that because we talk in a little bit
more detail about the topics that I've
already covered here
secondly we want you to feel very
comfortable in the classroom and so we
will be launching a series of webinars
to go into a little bit more depth on
some of these really critical topics
like fake news or cyber security
cyber bullying so please stay tuned for
those I uh you can subscribe to this
Channel and you'll be the first to know
as soon as the next video drops
and finally we want you to be able to
teach this in your classroom so even
though this course is designed for
grades six seven and eight it can be
taught to a much broader set of students
we recommend that you take a look at
these materials the grade six material
you can probably take down even into the
fourth or fifth grade students and the
grade eight material you can take all
the way up until the 12th grade students
I urge you to take a look you can pull
out one or two lessons even just watch a
video and have a discussion in your
class is a great way to get involved and
as I mentioned earlier this class is not
only for ICT teachers this is for all
teachers so whether you're an English
teacher or whether you're a chemistry
teacher there's some aspect of the
digital world that your students need to
know about so I urge you to think about
how can you incorporate these kinds of
lessons into your classroom
uh there'll be a registration Link in
the Box for you to sign up for training
if you're so interested to go into a
little bit more detail and please do
remember to check out the handbooks on
the cbsc skills website so thanks for
your time and attention I look forward
to seeing you in the upcoming webinars
and let's take this digital citizenship
journey together thank you
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