Question 1.1

Ribble (2011) identifies nine elements that make up digital citizenship, encompassing the issue of the use, abuse and misuse of technology. Briefly discuss these nine elements.

Digital Access

“Full electronic participation in society.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

This is the electronic participation in our society as a whole. This includes ensuring everyone has access to the internet. We also need to teach everyone the pros and cons of digital access. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Commerce

“Electronic buying and selling of goods.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

This is to teach people how to make smart, informed decisions when it comes to buying digital or material items online. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Communication

“Electronic exchange of information.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Knowing how and when to use what type of communications (e-mail, text, etc.) in a variety of situations. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Literacy

“Process of teaching and learning about technology and the use of technology.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Learning how to use a variety of technological apps effectively. These can include, but are not limited to, searching for, evaluating, and using information. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Etiquette

“Electronic standards of conduct or procedure.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Knowing what is and isn't appropriate behaviour online. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Law

“Electronic responsibility for actions and deeds” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Knowing and adhering to the laws of the internet.  These include be not hacking into people's personal information, downloading illegal content, fraud, and many others. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Rights & Responsibilities

“Those freedoms extended to everyone in a digital world.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Everyone has basic rights on the internet. Don't intrude on their rights, and respect that they have free speech, privacy, etc. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Health & Wellness

“Physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world.” (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Be aware of the dangers that could be caused by technology and find ways of avoiding or overcoming them. A good example is to practice eye safety. (Pierce, 2015)

Digital Security (Self–Protection)

“Electronic precautions to guarantee safety.”  (Digital Citizenship, 2018)

Not everyone is trustworthy on the internet. You will have to learn how to protect yourself online. Don't share passwords, always backup, and having anti-virus are a few of the ways to protect yourself. (Pierce, 2015)

Question 1.2

Organisations such as Facebook, Airbnb and Uber have harnessed social capital to grow their market shares and become major disruptive forces in their industries. Define and explain how a digital citizen can build and enhance social capital.

Social Capital is a connection between multiple people. These connections can be very beneficial. For example, you want to start your own business, you start talking to your friends and family to see if it's a good idea. They may even be your first customer! Social capital is each person's social circle or network. These networks are made up of people you know and the relationship you have with them. You can see how many resources you have from your networks. The size of your network depends on you.

It is quite simple to build social capital. Just from meeting and talking to other people you can grow your social capital. You can also grow your social capital by using social media, which is very effective. You may also find like-minded individuals that can help you, or who you could help. (Anon, 2018)

Question 1.3

Create a LinkedIn account and subscribe to two at least two groups that are relevant to your field of study. Add a link of your profile to your blog and a screenshot of you account.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-osrin-970943162/

Question 2.1

The advancement of technology has resulted in students being more digitally inclined. Today’s students are different in the way they think, interact and the waythey learn. Taking into consideration today’s digital student, you are required to: Using any application of your choice, create an infographic in which the following information is included: a). A description of at least five characteristics of digital citizen;

Question 2.2

Digital footprints can be construed as trails that digital citizens leave online. Do you think that digital footprints could become a problem? Discuss.

Digital Footprints are the trails we leave behind when we use the internet. There are numerous advantages and disadvantages when it comes to digital footprints, but we will be focusing on the disadvantages as I believe digital footprints can be a huge problem.

Digital footprints are easily traceable if you know how and where to look, it's not that difficult. The footprints can be traced to numerous things under your name. This can lead to fraud as people can access your banking details. People can also be monitoring you, slowly gathering your information. You could even have your identity stolen if someone traces your footprints. (Ludovice , 2013)

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Digital Citizenship, 2018. Nine Elements. [Online]
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Pierce, D., 2015. The 9 essential elements of digital citizenship. [Online]
Available at: https://www.eschoolnews.com/2015/09/24/digital-citizenship-244/
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