1. Applying Digital Citizenship to the Middle School Classroom 3 semester hours Instructor: Mrs. Teri Lance, Ed.S. in Instructional Technology, Associate Professor of Education at American University, Contact Email: telance@americanuniv.org Contact Phone: (987) 654-3210 Virtual Office Hours: Tues- Fri 10 am EST- 3pm EST, and Mon- Tues, Thurs 6pm EST- 9 pm EST Resources: Online Resources: The majority of our course readings will be online texts that are open access. Supplemental Text (This book is not required for purchase, but may be used for additional guidance if so desired.) - Ribble, M., & Bailey, G. (2007). Digital citizenship in schools. Washington, DC: ISTE. ISBN: 978-1-56484-232-9 Course Description: This nine week course is designed to familiarize teachers and school personnel with the elements of Digital Citizenship. In addition, the course will help them to explore how these elements can and should affect their schools and classrooms. Throughout this course the teacher/ student will gain an understanding of the importance of Digital Citizenship and its value in education. Goals: 1. To research and be able to articulate the nine elements of Digital Citizenship. 2. To develop ideas for applying Digital Citizenship elements to the real world classroom. Objectives: 1. The student will study, examine, and explore the specifics of the nine elements of Digital Citizenship. 2. The student will present and explain the concepts of Digital Citizenship to colleagues. 3. The student will demonstrate critical thinking in relation to current technology policies. 4. The student will explore and develop plans for educating students in Digital Citizenship.
2. Assessments & Assignments: Discussion postings Professional Blog Professional Development Presentation Evaluation of School’s Acceptable Use Policy School Plan for Digital Citizenship Training Instructor and student interaction expectations: The student is expected to log into the class a minimum of four times weekly. The student should contribute to class discussions, work diligently to meet deadlines, and participate in groups work in a professional, timely, and effective manner. The student is expected to keep the teacher informed of questions or issues that may hinder performance in advance of deadlines (at least 12 hours prior). In addition, the student should be helpful to classmates during the course. We are a community and students are expected to be a valuable part of that community. In turn, the teacher is available during posted virtual hours, both via email and in the course, and can be reached in emergencies via American University email, which will be checked daily. The teacher is here for your support and should be consulted immediately when there are concerns or questions. Grading system: Discussions and Postings: 15% Professional Blog: 30% Professional Development Presentation: 30% Evaluation of School’s AUP: 10% School Plan for Digital Citizenship Training: 15%
3. Policies: Professionalism: You are expected to be a vital and participating member of this course as we all seek to gain knowledge and expertise to improve our own craft. This means respecting intellectual processes and products, regularly attending class (online and/or face-to-face), completing assignments completely and correctly and with attention to detail, show willingness to revise based on instructor or peer feedback, strive for creativity, demonstrate enthusiasm, be helpful to peers, show self-reliance to enable independent learning, display courtesy in written and oral communications, and exhibit cooperation in group work situations. (*adapted from various VSU syllabus) Participation: You are expected to log into the course regularly and show your presence through discussion and or posted products regularly. The amount you interact with those in the class is directly proportionate to your success. We are a team in this endeavor and interaction of the academic and supportive nature is crucial. Due Dates & Time (including zone): All work is DUE by midnight on Saturday night of the week assigned. New weeks begin on Monday. Tardy Work: All work is expected to be turned in on time. If the students has an issue and work will be submitted late, they should contact the instructor prior to the original due date and explain the circumstances, identifying their expected time of submission. The instructor will approve or reject the extension as necessary.
4. Class Organization: Week 1- Overview of Digital Citizenship Week 2- Digital Access, Digital Commerce Week 3- Digital Communication, Digital Literacy, & Digital Etiquette Week 4- Digital Law, Digital Rights and Responsibilities Week 5- Digital Health & Wellness, Digital Security Week 6 –Exploration of Digital Citizenship Aspects in current practice Week 7- Exploration of Digital Citizenship Aspects changes needed Week 8- Application of Digital Citizenship Training Plans Week 9- Final Presentations of Learning Materials & Technical Requirements: Students will need access to a computer with internet connection as well as access to the Microsoft Suite for product creation. In addition, students are recommended to download Mozilla Firefox and/or Google Chrome to use as alternatives to Internet Explorer. Finally, students need an active email they can use to register for various websites and services, they can use their school account, but may choose to create a Google mail, hotmail, or yahoo account due to the amount of junk mail that may ensue. Students will need access to sound, microphone, and video capabilities on their computer. We will be viewing and listening to each other online, be sure your machine has the appropriate components. Standards of Academic Integrity- (Policy on plagiarism and cheating) Professional ethics, behavior, and quality are expected in all parts of the course. Material obtained in any manner from other sources will not be accepted and may not be used without proper APA citations. The use of any work or ideas besides your own is PLAGARISM and is not condoned or accepted. It will require consequences. Cheating and plagiarism will be handled in an individual and specific manner as specified below. * First offense: Zero on the assignment * Second Offense: Failure of course * Third Offense: Referral to University Disciplinary Board
