UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

PALMA Cluster Campuses

Social, Ethical and Legal

Responsibilities in the Use of
Technology Tools and
Resources
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DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP VS.

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
 Digital Citizenship

-an idea that all persons using the internet

have civic rights and responsibilities.
-it understands the ethical use of technology

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 CITIZENSHIP IN THE DIGITAL AGE
A GOOD CITIZEN…
Advocates for equal human rights for all.
Treats others with respect.
Does not steal or damage others’ property.
Communicates clearly, respectfully and with empathy.
Speaks honestly and doesn’t repeat unsubstantiated
rumors.
Works to make the world a better place.
Protects self and others from harm.
Teams up with others on community projects.
Projects a positive self-image at all times.
A GOOD DIGITAL CITIZEN…
Advocates for equal digital rights and access for all.
Treats others with respect in online spaces and never cyberbullies.
Respects the digital privacy, intellectual property and others’ rights
of people online.
Communicates and acts with empathy for others’ humanity via
digital channels.
Applies critical thinking to all online sources and doesn’t share
noncredible resources, including fake news or advertisements.
Leverages technology to advocate for and advance social causes.
Is mindful of physical, emotional and mental health while using
digital tools.
Leverages digital tools to collaborate with others.
Understands the permanence of the digital world and proactively
manages digital identity.
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 Global citizen
-sees the world as a community in which all people live
and prosper together
-understands that their actions contribute to the values
of the entire planet
-concerned on how they participates in and contributes
to the entire world

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 Digital citizen
-adheres to guidelines that govern the ethical and
responsible use of technology and acts responsibly
in all relationships and interactions in the digital
world.
-Simultaneously share technological and human
experiences regardless of culture, status, or
political/religious beliefs (Watanabe-Crockett,
2017).
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 Global Digital Citizen
-is a responsible, ethical citizen leveraging technology
to foster community on a global scale through
connection and compassion
-understands that we can govern technology for the
benefit of both ourselves and others
-It is a citizen that views the world as an interconnected
community.

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 Five Tenets of Global Digital Citizenship
We define the best assets of the Global Digital Citizen using 5
tenets (Ribble, 2017):
Personal Responsibility
Global Citizenship
Altruistic Service
Environmental Stewardship
Digital Citizenship

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 Personal responsibility
-managing ourselves in matters such as personal finance,
ethical and moral boundaries, personal health and wellness,
and relationships of every kind, both online or offline.
-developing a sense of accountability for lifelong learning in our
students prepares them for the workplace

Encouraging this in the classroom as early as possible can

help students develop high-level critical thinking and problem
solving abilities to assist them in every aspect of their lives.

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 Global citizenship
-technology has dissolved boundaries between all the world’s
people ( can communicate, collaborate, and celebrate) and
across all levels of society.
-A deep understanding of this new global interconnectedness
can encourage them to be aware of the issues, traditions,
values, and cultures of other citizens.

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 Digital citizenship
-The norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to
technology use.
-covers appropriate and exemplary behavior in our online
environments
-making our transparent digital world safe for ourselves and others
- involves moving accountability for appropriate behavior to our
students
- teach students how to govern their behavior, act in just and moral
ways, and lead by good example in all online associations

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 Altruistic service

-focuses on a healthy concern for the well-being of the people

with whom we share our world
-embracing the opportunity to exercise charity and goodwill for
the benefit of others
-provides opportunity for students to create meaningful
connections to the real world

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 Environmental stewardship
-common-sense values and an appreciation for the beauty and
majesty that surround us everyday
-encourages exploring how we can practice the conscientious
use of Earth’s resources
-Encourages to take a positive stand on personal, local,
regional, national, and international actions regarding the
preservation of what is essentially our “ environmental
community. ”

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 Why do we need to be Global Digital Citizens?
Personally - we face the daily possibility of online fraud, identity theft, and online
bullying.

Globally - see the need that all diversity has to be recognized, honored, and cherished
for present and future generations.

Digitally - online perils do exist. Global Digital Citizen sets an example to others on
how to navigate them safely and securely.

Altruistically - we have more means to help others.

Environmentally - we continue to face growing threats such as climate change,

resource depletion, industrial pollution, and more.

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Elements of Digital Citizenship

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 Digital access
-Equal digital rights and electronic access is the starting point of digital
citizenship.
-Digital access is supposed to be available to all in the same manner that
education is made sure by the Philippine government to be available to all
citizens.
-The Republic Act 10929 was signed on July 25, 2016 requiring all public
places in the country to have free internet access. It covers national and local
government offices, public basic education institutions, state universities and
colleges and TESDA technology institutions, public parks and barangay
reading centers.
-To become productive citizens, we need to provide and expand access to
technology and we need to be committed that no one is denied digital access.
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 Digital commerce
-Technology users need to understand that a large share of market
economy is being done electronically (purchases of toys, clothing,
cars, food, etc.)
-Legitimate and legal exchanges are occurring, but the buyer or
seller needs to be aware of the issues associated with it.
-Users need to learn about how to be effective consumers in a new
digital economy.

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 Digital communication

-The electronic exchange of communication which includes

emailing, texting, instant messaging, utilizing cellphones, etc.
-One of the significant changes within the digital revolution is a
person’s ability to communicate with other people.
-In 19th century, forms of communication were limited.

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 Digital literacy
-technologies must be taught as well as how it should be used
-requires sophisticated searching and processing skills (i.e.,
information literacy)
-the responsibility to develop and continually enhance our
technological knowledge
-Digital Citizenship involves educating people in a new way-
these individuals need a high degree of information literary
skills.

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 Digital Etiquette
-one of the most pressing problems when dealing with Digital
Citizenship.
 young people tend to lose distinction between what is
appropriate and what is not
-This refers to the electronic standards of conduct or
procedure.
-It is not enough to create rules and policy, we must teach
everyone to become responsible digital citizens in this new
society.
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 Digital law
-it deals with the ethics of technology within a society.
-refers to the electronic responsibility for actions and deeds
-Ethical use manifests itself in the form of abiding by the laws
of society.
-Plagiarism, copyright infringement, hacking of information,
identity theft are crimes that are violated by online users.

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 Digital Rights and Responsibilities
-Digital Citizens have the right to privacy, free speech, etc.
-Basic digital rights must be addressed, discussed, and
understood in the digital world.

“For every right, there is a corresponding duty and for

every privilege, there is a corresponding responsibility.”

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 Digital Health and Wellness
-Eye safety, repetitive stress syndrome, and sound ergonomic
practices are issues that need to be addressed in a new
technological world.
-Our physical and psychological well-being in a digital
technology world should be a priority.
-Digital Citizenship includes a culture where technology users
are taught how to protect themselves through education and
training.

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 Digital Security(self-protection)
-the need to have virus protection, backups of data, and surge
control of our equipment.
-It is about building safe places and communities,
understanding how to manage personal information, and
about being savvy – using our online presence to grow and
shape our world in a safe, creative way, inspiring others to do
the same ( Blackboard,2018)

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 Test I. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. How can one become a global digital citizen?
a) By adopting a new identity in the virtual world
b) By acting responsibly in both offline and online activities
c) By acting appropriately when seen by the people in the community
d) By behaving appropriately when the situation demands for it

2. Mrs. Diaz is able to pay her household bills through bank transfer from her bank account.
Which element of digital citizenship is she benefiting from?
a) Digital access
b) Digital commerce
c) Digital communication
d) Digital rights and responsibilities
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3. With the hope of having easy money, Madelyn clicks on all promos that pop up on her
screen. By doing so, which threatens her digital security?
a) Internet virus
b) Love virus
c) Password theft
d) Hacker

4. Which of the following is the proper use of technology for altruistic service?
e) Using social media sites to campaign for a social advocacy
f) Hacking bank accounts to help the poor
g) Creating prank accounts to malign the practices of the government
h) Spreading chain prayers through messenger

5. Who among the following is NOT considered as a global citizen?

i) Darwen takes care of his gadgets and burns them when no longer useful.
j) King Ivan uses social media to campaign for support to the victims of calamities.
k) When meeting people online, Yenna never gives out her personal information to others.
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Test II. Why do we need to be Global Digital Citizens?(3-4
sentences only)

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 Group Members
• Catanus, Darwen C.
• Candidier, King Ivan C.
• Deniega, Caryn C.

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