It is critical that we teach our students to use technology responsible in todays world. We have taken an active role with a partnership with Common Sense Media to address these critical life skills. D230 encourages family discussions and agreements about media and responsible technology use. Establish guidelines using writable contracts - for more information and resources, please visit Common Sense Media. In addition to this, D230 has the following two focus areas:
Cyberbullying
Students learn that cruelty can escalate quickly online because people are often anonymous and posts spread quickly. Students will be able to...
- reflect on the factors that intensify online cruelty and cyberbullying.
- identify what targets and upstanders can do when online cruelty occurs.
- recognize their own role in escalating or de-escalating online cruelty.
Digital Footprint
Students are introduced to the benefits of sharing information online and the potential risks of sharing inappropriate information. Students will be able to...
- identify some of the benefits of sharing information online.
- reflect on the risks of sharing inappropriate information online.
- think critically about what they choose to post and share about themselves online.