Use yours answers, as well as the information below, to help complete the word-processing activity described in the Ethics Connection on page 534 of your textbook.
Area of Digital Citizenship | Description | Examples of Appropriate Behavior |
Etiquette | Apply good manners when using technology and electronic devices. | - Do not use cell phones for talking or text messaging during class or meetings.
- Do not play music or computer games in class or meetings.
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Communication | Communication devices allow people to stay in touch at any time and from any place. | - Understand which form of communication is best, and when to use it.
- Use appropriate language and clear messages when e-mailing.
- Do not use e-mail or instant messaging to spread rumors or hurt other people.
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Education | Technology is now being used to teach, but people also have to learn how to use technology. | - Be technology literate.
- Use technology to find information and do research.
- Know how to use different types of technology for different projects.
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Access | Technology provides many opportunities for people. Anyone who wants to use technology should have access to it, even if they live in remote areas, or have physical or financial challenges. | - Learn ways to accommodate people with physical disabilities that may make computer use difficult.
- Provide technology (by donations) and technology education to people who might have limited access to it.
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Commerce | People can now purchase and sell goods and services online. | - Understand which online merchants are reliable and which are not.
- Understand how to use the Internet for comparison shopping.
- Prevent identity theft.
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Responsibility | Even if a file is available on the Internet, it is up to the user to determine what is right or wrong to download. | - Understand what is legal and illegal to download from the Internet.
- Do not download copyrighted music or video files that are being made available illegally.
- Get permission or cite sources when using material from the Internet.
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Rights | Anyone who creates electronic materials is protected by the copyright and privacy rights in our laws. | - Understand your school's or workplace's Acceptable Use Policy.
- Understand your digital rights when posting material online.
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Safety | Technology users must know how to protect themselves from physical injury. | - Use ergonomic guidelines to avoid repetitive injuries or back and eye strain.
- Be aware that their may be predators in online forums such as chat rooms, and do not give out personal information.
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Security | Personal information, data, and computers must be protected from people who might want to steal or harm them. | - Use anti-virus software and updated software patches for protection.
- Use firewall hardware and software.
- Make sure any information you provide online goes to a reliable destination.
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