Greenhow, C. (2010). A New concept of citizenship for the digital age. Learning & Leading with Technology , 37(6), Retrieved from https://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=March_April_No_6_1&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4516&ContentID=25564&DirectListComboInd=D
A New Concept of Citizenship for the Digital Age
In this article some questions were raised as to the lack of consistency in what is deemed good digital citizenship because it is difficult to define, demonstrate and measure. It is also the least likely to be discussed in digital research literature. The general definition of digital citizenship as described by NETS-S is the ability to practice or advocate online behavior that demonstrates legal, ethical, safe, and responsible uses of information and communication technologies. As of now there is no single model that clearly says what constitutes legal, ethical, safe and responsible behavior. The lack of consistency is expected to some degree between different cultures but the problem here is that disparity is even happening between school systems and standard setting agencies.
How does Greenhow propose we should teach digital citizenship considering the limitations presented?
It seems that students practicing digital citizenship skills (whatever level that is) should always continue developing their awareness of social and political issues along with their participation in public life. Also, educators and authority figures ought to consider that quality online participation must include respect for the rights and responsibilities of self and others. This seems a bit like a “catch all” phrase, but seems accurate enough to elicit good judgment.
Where does this article leave us in the debate over how to set rules for online behavior?
After examining research from a number of different groups, Greenhow states that further research should be done to update our understanding of how the web is being used and the multiple facets that are associated with it. Specifically, inquiries as to how students are using internet resources for school work and social life, then pass that information along into educational forums for effective dissemination of data.
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