1. Digital Citizenship Project Kimberly Robbins

2. “Advances in computer technology and the Internet have changed the way America works, learns, and communicates. The Internet has become an integral part of America's economic, political, and social life.” “Advances in computer technology and the Internet have changed the way America works, learns, and communicates. The Internet has become an integral part of America's economic, political, and social life.”Advances in computer technology and the Internet have changed the way America works, learns, and communicates. The Internet has become an integral part of America's economic, political, and social life.Advances in computer technology and the Internet have changed the way America works, learns, and communicates. The Internet has become an integral part of America's economic, political, and social life. Bill Clinton

3. NETIQUETTE The rules of etiquette that apply when that apply when communicating over communicating overcomputer networks, especially the internet. especially the internet. *Tips for online netiquette: Use correct grammar and punctuation Avoid slang words and abbreviations Manage and respond to emails and messages at an appropriate time Do not share personal information (name, address, phone number) Avoid chat rooms that are not age appropriate

4. COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE The exclusive right to make copies, license, and otherwise exploit a literary, musical, or artistic work, whether printed, audio, video, etc. *Tips for using copyrights: Check for a internet author or publisher source Document all sources using correct site information Ask permission to use material The conditions under which you can use material that is copyrighted by someone else without paying royalties. *Tips for using Fair Use: When using material for personal use only Correctly site all information used in materials Ask permission and check to ensure requirements have been met

5. PLAGIARISM The unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one's own original work. *Tips for avoiding plagiarism: Always use citations Always cite all sources Paraphrase material with correct citations

6. SAFTEY ON THE WEB  Practicing safety on the web is not only important but a responsibility among parents, children, students, and professionals.  In a world that is evolving around the use of the web, setting parental controls or limitations on web searches is a necessary tool for anyone who is “surfing the web”.  There are a few things you can do to ensure you are following safe rules while on the web: Make sure that the material you are researching or using for research is authentic and has a reliable source. Become an educated online citizen and do not use anything that is against the law. Check to ensure that material downloaded or installed is authentic and that it will not harm computer.

7. SAFETY ON THE COMPUTER  Safety on a computer is also a big responsibility in today’s society and can have negative effects if not taken seriously.  Keeping your computer safe refers to monitoring all people, materials, and searches that are used on computer to ensure no harm to computer.  There are several different tips to follow when practicing safe computer rules: Set parental controls for children or students Monitor children’s searches and messages to create a safe internet environment Never give out a password or personal information Never download or install material that seems suspicious or harmful to computer Always protect computer with internet security software or other practices.

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