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Digital Citizenship

Ever wondered how you could be a digital superhero in your classroom? Dive into our Digital Citizenship course, your ticket to gaining knowledge and tools for guiding students responsibly in the digital world. Join the mission, empower yourself, and let's be digital superheroes together!

Course Instructor Rishika Chatterjee

FREE

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Course Overview

Ever wonder how you can become a digital superhero in your classroom?

Well, discover our special Digital Citizenship course just for you! This fantastic opportunity gives you the power of knowledge and tools to guide your students into the world of responsible digital citizenship.

Have you thought about the ins and outs of digital safety? Dive into the basics with us digital awareness, safety tips, and getting involved in tackling real-world challenges like the digital divide and online stuff.

Have you ever wondered how to make the digital world a safer place for everyone? Learn to navigate it wisely and stress the power of teamwork. Picture this: interactive lessons, cool videos, and speedy quizzes building a community of superhero educators!

Ready to join the mission of closing the digital literacy gap? Let's empower you to navigate the digital age with ease and share these vital skills with your students.

Let's be digital superheroes together!

  • Time (in weeks): 5 weeks
  • Hours per week: 1 hour
  • Level: 5 levels

How does it work? 

This self-paced course functions entirely online, allowing you to explore lesson plans and content at your convenience. With the flexibility to learn when and where it suits you, you have control over your learning journey. Dive into engaging lessons and assessments, experiencing a seamless learning experience tailored to your schedule and preferences.


What topics will we cover?

There are several important aspects that we have identified such as--

  • Digital Literacy
  • Digital access
  • Digital identity
  • Digital safety
  • Cybersecurity
  • Digital commerce
  • Digital rights
  • Digital responsibility
  • Digital empowerment
  • Digital etiquettes
  • Digital participation
  • Digital Citizenship and AI


What will you achieve in this course?

  • Understand core Digital citizenship concepts. Gain a comprehensive understanding of essential digital literacy concepts, from basic digital skills to advanced topics like AI and its ethical considerations.
  • Explore ways to instil a sense of digital citizenship among students, covering responsible digital behaviour, online etiquette, and participation.
  • Develop the proficiency to seamlessly integrate the Digital Citizenship program into the classroom. Acquire the skills to effortlessly convey the principles of digital citizenship and empower students to navigate the digital world responsibly.

Who is the course for? 

This course is for the teachers, teacher volunteers and other types of tutors who work in different regions and demographics.

What software or tools do you need? 

There is no additional or special tool or software required to take this course. Any smartphone or computer/laptop with a good internet connection can be helpful. 

What is required before joining the course?

 Learners [participants] must have some basic understanding of the internet and how to use it; to navigate through the course.

What does this course include?

  • Video: An engaging overview video providing a visual introduction to the module, setting the tone for the upcoming lessons.
  • Lesson Plan: A comprehensive guide for educators, outlining step-by-step instructions on how to effectively integrate the module into classroom sessions. Customisable to adapt to diverse teaching styles and classroom dynamics.
  • Guide: The main information source comes in a PDF format. It's like the go-to book for the program, covering everything from digital literacy to AI and ethical stuff.
  • Worksheet: Worksheets for students that go along with the lesson, giving them hands-on practice and activities to help them remember what they learned.
  • Supporting material: Additional resources and aids, such as flashcards, videos, images, or interactive elements, enhance the teaching and learning experience. 
  • Mascot: The mascot, Mr. Keybob, is a friendly character created to lead students through the digital citizenship journey, adding a relatable touch to the learning experience and making it more enjoyable.
  • Assessment: Towards the end of each module, you will find a 10-minute test to check your learning progress. You are required to take the test to unlock the next module.

Schedule of Classes

Course Curriculum

1 Subject

Digital Citizenship

9 Exercises181 Learning Materials

Course Introduction

How to navigate through the course?

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Lesson Plan Approach

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Hello, Mr. Keybob!

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Teacher Learning Material (Module 1)

Glossary

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Question Time

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Introduction to Digital Citizenship

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4:10

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Question Time

Exercise

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Digital Literacy: Technology

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Public vs Private WiFi

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Information Literacy

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3:18

Question Time

Exercise

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Digital Identity

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Digital Footprint

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Question Time

Exercise

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Digital Access

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Digital Inclusivity

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Question Time

Exercise

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Level 1 (Grade 1 and 2)

Session 1: We are Digital Citizens- Lesson Plan

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Session 1: We are Digital Citizens -Worksheet

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Session 1: We are Digital Citizens- Mr. Keybob

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Session 1: We are Digital Citizens_Keybob's Online Rules

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Session 2: Introduction to Digital Devices- Lesson Plan

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Session 2: Introduction to Digital Devices- Worksheet

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Session 2/ 3: Introduction to Digital Devices_Mr. Keybob picture in the Mall

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Session 3: Supporting components of digital devices_Lesson Plan

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Session 3: Supporting components of digital devices- Worksheet

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Session 3: Supporting components of digital devices_Prompt Card

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Session 3: Supporting components of digital devices_ Memory Card

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Session 4: How to turn a computer on and off?_ Lesson plan

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Session 4: How to turn a computer on and off?_ Worksheet

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Session 4: How to turn a computer on and off?_ Keybob with a computer

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Session 4: How to turn a computer on and off?_ Presentation on how to switch on a computer

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Session 4: How to turn a computer on and off?_ Presentation on how to switch off a computer

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Session 5: How the Internet Works?_Lesson Plan

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Session 5: How the Internet Works?_ Worksheet

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Session 5: How the Internet Works?_World Map picture

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Session 6: Being Kind Online_Lesson Plan

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Session 6: Being Kind Online_Worksheet

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Session 6: Being Kind Online_ Online Kindness Rules

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Session 7: What do you mean by footprint?_Lesson Plan

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Session 7: What do you mean by footprint?_Worksheet

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Session 7: What do you mean by footprint?_Footprint pictures

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Session 8: Digital Acess_Lesson Plan

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Session 8: Digital Access_Worksheet

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Session 8: Digital Access_Device picture

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Level 2 (Grades 3-5)

Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen- Lesson Plan

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Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen_Quiz Cards

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Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen_ Mr.Keybob Picture

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Session 2: How Technology Influences Our Lives- Lesson Plan

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Session 2: How Technology Influences Our Lives_Worksheet

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Session 3: Hardware Vs Software_ Lesson Plan

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Session 3: Hardware Vs Software_ Worksheet

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Session 4: Evolution of Web_Lesson Plan

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Session 4_Evolution of Web_Worksheet

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Session 4_Evolution of Web_ Presentation

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Session 4_Evolution of Web_ Old vs New Website Pictures

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Session 5: Role of search engine_Lesson Plan

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Session 5: Role of search engine_Worksheet

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Session 5: Role of Search Engine_ How search Engine Works

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Session 6: Online vs Offline Identity_Lesson Plan

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Session 6: Online vs Offline Identity_ Worksheet

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Session 7: Understanding our Footprint_Lesson Plan

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Session 7: Understanding our Footprint_Worksheet

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Session 8: Undertanding Digital Access_Lesson Plan

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Session 8: Undertanding Digital Access_Worksheet

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Session 9: Digital Friend: Assistive Technology for all_Lesson Plan

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Session 9: Digital Friend: Assistive Technology for all_Worksheet

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Session 9: Digital Friend: Assistive Technology for all_Assistive Technology pictures

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Level 3 (Grade 6 and 7)

Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen- Lesson Plan

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Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen_Quiz Cards

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Session 1: We Are Good Digital Citizen_ Mr.Keybob's pictures

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Session 2: Operating System- Lesson Plan

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Session 2: Operating System_Worksheet

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Session 3: Functions of Operating System_ Lesson Plan

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Session 3: Functions of Operating System_Worksheet

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Session 3: Functions of Operating System_ Troubleshoot video

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Session 3: Functions of Operating System_Troubleshoot picture

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Session 4: Decoding Algorithm_Lesson Plan

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Session 4: Decoding Algorithm_Worksheet

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Session 5: Fake vs Real URL_Lesson plan

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Session 5: Fake vs Real URL_ Worksheet

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Session 5: Fake vs Real URL_ Spotting fake vs real URL

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Session 6: How to build a positive identity?_Lesson Plan

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Session 6: How to build a positive identity?_ Worksheet

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Session 6: How to build a positive identity?_pictures

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Session 7: What Footprints Define Our Online Presence?_Lesson Plan

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Session 7: What Footprints Define Our Online Presence?_Worksheet

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Session 8: The Digital divide_Lesson Plan

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Session 8: The Digital Divide_Worksheet

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Session 9: Digital Safety and Security_Lesson Plan

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Session 9: Digital Safety and Security_Quiz Card

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Session 9: Digital Safety and Security_Mr Keybob

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Session 10: Internet Cookies_Lesson Plan

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Session 10: Internet Cookies_Worksheet

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Session 10: Internet Cookies_Cookie Image

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Level 4 (Grade 8)

Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen- Lesson Plan

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Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen_Quiz Cards

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Session 1: We are Good Digital Citizen_ Mr.Keybob picture

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Session 2: Private Wifi vs Public Wifi- Lesson Plan

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Session 2: Private Wifi vs Public Wifi_Worksheet

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Session 2: Private Wifi vs Public Wifi_ Image of the wifi signal and router

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Session 3: Should Wifi be free?

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Session 4: Is it Trustworthy? pt1_Lesson Plan

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Session 4_Is it Trustworthy? pt1_ Worksheet

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Session 4_ Is it Trustworthy? pt1_ Fake vs Real photos

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Session 5: Is it Trustworthy? pt2_Lesson plan

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Session 5 : Is it Trustworthy? pt2_ Worksheet

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Session 5: Is it Trustworthy? pt2_ video

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Session 5: Is it Trustworthy? pt2_Lateral reading in 7 steps

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2:00

Session 6: Cultural Sensitivity Online_Lesson plan

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Session 6: Cultural Sensitivity Online_Worksheet

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Session 6: Cultural Sensitivity Online_Video

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1:21

Session 7: Oversharing on Social Media_Lesson Plan

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Session 7: Oversharing on Social Media_Worksheet

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Session 8: Digital Equity_Lesson Plan

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Session 8: Digital Equity_Worksheet

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Session 9: Analysing Digital Equity Solutions_Lesson Plan

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Session 9: Analysing Digital Equity Solutions_Worksheet

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Session 9: Analysing Digital Equity Solutions_Case Study

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Session 10: Digital Safety and Security_Lesson Plan

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Session 10: Digital Safety and Security_Quiz Cards

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Session 11: How to Chat Safely Online?_Lesson Plan

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Session 11: How to Chat Safely Online?_Worksheet

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Session 11: How to Chat Safely Online?_Scenario Presentation

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Course Instructor

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Rishika Chatterjee

Instructional Designer

Hello Everyone!

I'm Rishika, an instructional designer with a background in mass media.
From my stint as a social media manager in a digital agency, I've transitioned into the exciting world of education, bringing creativity and media expertise to crafting effective learning experiences.