Module 7

Social, Ethical and Legal Responsibilities in the

Use of Technology Tools and Resources

INTRODUCTION

Technology has become an integral part of our lives. It has created a great impact that whether
we like it or not, we have become prone to safety issues. Our privacy can be intruded; our social
relationships can be affected. But it is not just enough that we keep ourselves safe, we should also possess
the skills on how we can act responsibly so as not to pose harm to others. Thus, this Module will walk
you through this issue.

LESSON 1
Digital Citizenship vs. Global Citizenship

Lesson Outcomes

Recognized the five tenets of global digital citizenship and the 9 elements of digital
citizenship.
Compare and contrasted one’s role as a citizen of a community and that of a digital
world.
Shared ways on how one can observe social, ethical and legal responsibilities in the use
of technology tools and resources.

Digital Citizenship vs. Global Citizenship

Global Citizenship
-Sees the world as a community in which all people live and prosper together.
Digital Citizenship
-Adheres to guidelines that govern thee ethical and responsible use of
technology and acts responsibly in all relationships and interaction in the digital
world
Global Digital Citizenship

 Is a responsible, ethical citizen leveraging technology to foster

community on a global scale through connection and compassion

 Understand that we can govern technology for the benefit of both

ourselves and others

 It is a citizen that views would as an interconnected community.

Five tenets of Global Digital Citizenship