Information & Digital Literacy Scrapbook by Liz Russell

How to critically analyze the information we come in contact with:

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:04:53 UTC

Questions to ask:
1. WHO created this message?
2. WHAT techniques were used to capture the attention?
3. HOW could this message be interpreted by different people?
4. WHY is this message being communicated?
5. WHAT values, views, lifestyles are being expressed or omitted in this message?

Are you good at detecting fact from fiction?

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:06:15 UTC

What is a digital citizen?

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:08:48 UTC

This video gives a good overview

The Digital Citizenship Survival Kit

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:15:07 UTC

Some good things to remember when thinking about sharing online

Padlock: set strong passwords and set up passcode locks on all of your digital devices

Toothbrush: passwords and toothbrushes are very similar in the fact that you NEVER want to share passwords

Permanent Marker: Everything that you put online is permanent....even if you hit the delete button after posting

Toothpaste: Imagine the information that you are putting online is like the toothpaste coming out of the tube. Once it is out, it is almost impossible to get it all back in the tube!

Source: Craig Badura (http://www.craigbadura.com/2013/02/the-digital-citizenship-survival-kit.html?m=1)

A digital citizen is:

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:22:22 UTC

Someone who uses the internet and digital technologies responsibly, safely, and ethically

Why does it matter?

A digital citizen can effectively find, evaluate, and use information online.

Here’s what being a digital citizen entails:

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:23:05 UTC

Responsible Use: Understanding how to use technology and the internet in ways that are productive and respectful.
Safety and Security: Protecting personal information and being aware of online threats like cyberbullying, phishing, and malware.
Ethical Behavior: Respecting others online, avoiding plagiarism, and not engaging in illegal activities.
Digital Literacy: Knowing how to effectively find, evaluate, and use information online.
Participation: Engaging in online communities and contributing positively.

Answer honestly:

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:36:27 UTC

How to tell if something is true online

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 03:57:01 UTC

Use fact checking tools
Find the source
It's important to find where information came from before you believe it
Verify the source
Questions to ask:
1. Do they really exist?
2. Are they who they say they are?
3. Are they trustworthy?
Check other sources
Are other sites reporting the same information?

Fact Checking Tools

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 04:03:20 UTC

RumorGuard
Checkology
Snopes
FactCheck.org
PolitiFact (has a truth meter to see how factual a politician's statement is)
Google Fact check (just type in your questions with "fact check" at the end)
Hoaxy

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 04:09:11 UTC

How to get help when you feel overwhelmed online:

lizdicou — 2024-07-27 04:24:33 UTC

You should also always talk with a trusted adult

Being safe online is important for your physical, mental, and emotional health.