Journal #8 Navigate the Digital Rapids

Journal #8 Navigate the Digital Rapids

Lindsay, J., & Davis, V. (2010). Navigate the digital rapids. ISTE, 37. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/LL/LLIssues/Volume3720092010/MarchAprilNo6/Navigate_the_Digital_Rapids.htm

This article discusses digital citizenship and responsibility in the 21^st century. Digital Citizenship is the idea that people learn to become familiar with using the internet, and other technologies.  The author describes digital citizenship to be about transforming yourself into a professional who can effectively research technology trends, monitor the uses of technology in your school or district, avoid the fear factor that can easily paralyze you, empower student centered learning to create vibrant, exciting learning projects. She says that our students thrive on customized tools, such as mobile technology, and customized learning environments. 

In the article, the author talks about becoming familiar with digital citizenship.  She mentions how it is difficult and frustrating in the beginning, but once you start, you become familiar with it through experience.  Although, it is important to keep up with digital citizenship because the worlds technology is constantly advancing.

As a future teacher, should I except to encounter this?

As a future teacher, I do feel that I should expect to encounter digital citizenship.  This is because technology has become a major part and use in our everyday lives.  As a college student at California State University of San Marcos, it would be impossible to pass any of my classes this semester without using technology.   For most of my classes, all assignment directions are posted online, and I am required to digitally turn in most of my assignments as well.   Therefore, it is evident as a future teacher I would encounter this.  I would also be required to teach my students the proper use of technology, especially the Internet. 

What are seven suggestions for Digital Citizenship?

To Customize, Monitor and be engaged, Have a plan, Overcoming the fear factor

Deal with objections, Stay off Topic, and Put the learning in the hand of students