Digital Literacy & Citizenship

Digital Literacy and Citizenship

What is digital literacy?

Digital literacy can be defined as “the interest, attitude and ability of individuals to appropriately use digital technology and communication tools to access, manage, integrate, analyze and evaluate information, construct new knowledge, create and communicate with others” (BC Ministry of Education, 2019)

What is digital citizenship?

Digital Citizenship can be defined as “a concept which helps teachers, technology leaders and parents to understand what students/children/technology users should know to use technology appropriately. Digital Citizenship is more than just a teaching tool; it is a way to prepare students/technology users for a society full of technology. Digital citizenship is the norms of appropriate, responsible technology use.” (Digital Citizenship, http://www.digitalcitizenship.net/.)