Why is Digital Citizenship important?

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Learning Activity

Digital citizenship is a toolkit for navigating, behaving, exploring and creating on the Internet. Policymakers and educators are starting to advocate for digital citizenship curricula in schools -- but is it important?

Use the resources below (and find your own resources), then answer the questions below. Explore the why behind digital citizenship and include a link to a resource you found on your own.

Resources

Why is Digital Citizenship Important for 21st Century Students

7 Critical Reasons Why Teachers Need Digital Literacy

5 Reasons Digital Citizenship is Important for Educators

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