Interactive
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Think U Know: Cyber Cafe

For Students 5th - 6th
The Cyber Cafe from Think U Know offers a safe and interactive environment for students to learn and practice responsible digital citizenship. Learn how to safely use email, social media, and search the web.
Lesson Plan
Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media: Education: Chart It: Grades 6 8

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers will learn to assess people's intentions and the impact of their words and actions, both positive and negative, in online environments. Requires free membership.
Lesson Plan
Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media: Education: Lesson: Safe Online Talk: Grades 6 8

For Teachers 6th - 8th
While acknowledging the benefits of online talk and messaging, young scholars consider scenarios in which they may feel uncomfortable, or may encounter inappropriate behavior on the Internet. Requires free membership.
Activity
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that discusses nine elements of digital citizenship, including Access, Commerce, Communication, Literacy, Etiquette, Law, Rights and Responsibilities, Health and Wellness, and Security.
Unit Plan
Other

A Thin Line: Digital Rights Project

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about MTV's Digital Rights Project, "A Thin Line." Look for details about digital safety and security, impact of digital disrespect, cyberbullying, sexting, etc.
Handout
Other

Kids' Turn Central: Netiquette: Minding Your P's and Q's Online in Chat Rooms

For Students 3rd - 8th
An article with general tips on how to behave when participating in online chat rooms.