📚 Topic Summary
Digital citizenship is about using technology responsibly and ethically. It includes understanding your rights and responsibilities online, protecting yourself and others from harm, and participating positively in online communities. As a 7th grader, you're already a part of the digital world, so it's important to learn how to navigate it safely and respectfully.
🧠 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the following terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Digital Footprint |
A. Treating others with respect and kindness online. |
| 2. Cyberbullying |
B. All the information about you that exists on the internet as a result of your online activity. |
| 3. Online Etiquette |
C. Using technology in a way that minimizes harm to the environment. |
| 4. Digital Wellness |
D. Using electronic communication to bully or harass a person. |
| 5. Digital Sustainability |
E. Taking care of your mental and physical health while using technology. |
Answers:
1-B, 2-D, 3-A, 4-E, 5-C
✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct word from the word bank:
Word Bank: privacy, information, responsible, respect, safety
Being a ________ digital citizen means you care about your own ________ and the ________ of others. Always treat others with ________ online. Protect your personal ________.
Answers:
Responsible, safety, privacy, respect, information
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you see someone being cyberbullied online. What steps would you take to help the situation and promote positive digital citizenship?