Creating a Classroom Guide to “Netiquette”: Promoting Respectful Online Behavior
In today’s digitally connected world, the importance of teaching students how to conduct themselves online has never been greater. The term "netiquette" refers to the rules and guidelines for respectful and responsible online...
Online Safety Definition & Basics
In today’s digital age where students are more connected than ever, online safety has become an important part of digital literacy education. With the internet serving as a gateway...
A Crash Course in Digital Footprints: Teaching K-12 Students the Importance of Online Contributions & Interactions
In today's interconnected world, every click, post and search we make online contributes to our digital footprint, a complex and often permanent trail of data that defines our presence in the digital realm....
Digital Divide Statistics: The 4 Digital Divides Affecting Students
Flashback to the mid-1990s: Vanilla Ice released “Ice Ice Baby;” Ross and Rachel were on a break; and Google, Amazon, and Hotmail (RIP) graced the internet. Oh, the memories. At the same time–and...
10 Principles of Respectful and Courteous Online Behavior: A Comprehensive Guide for Educators
Today, where much of our communication takes place online, teaching students the importance of respect and courtesy in their digital interactions is critical for their productive and ethical contribution to the digital world,...
How TA-TEKS Can Improve Future-Readiness in Texas Students
Texas is becoming a hub for high-demand industries such as technology, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing. These sectors are increasingly reliant on advanced digital literacy and technology skills, making it important that the state’s...