I belong to a professional learning and social network of educators called edWeb.net. We are all concerned how to help our students become safe, responsible and respectful participants in a digital world. People from all over the world post ideas to help and support the members. The following list of desirable traits came from a teacher in Abu Dhabi:
1. Balanced students use screen time wisely and do not let the cyber world take over the real world.
2. Literate students look at digital resources critically considering the bias, authority and currency of sources.
3. Responsible students know how to protect themselves online. They avoid sharing personal information and think before they post information or send messages.
4. Ethical students give credit where credit is due. They know how to research for information without plagiarizing from the web.
5. Positive students use technology to learn, communicate and create. They do not use it to the detriment of others.
Heather Roy
(Technology Learning Coach, American Community School of Abu Dhabi
Which trait do you think is most important?
