Post on 08-May-2015
Digital Citizenship Redefined
By Larry MagidCo-director
ConnectSafely.org
Talk delivered at the National PTA Conference, Austin, Texas
June 20, 2014
Evolution of online safety since 1994
Porn
Predators
Sexual abuse images (child porn)
Cyberbullying
Reputation management
Digital citizenship
Security
Privacy
Resilience & self-respect
Understanding not all are equally vulnerable
Kindness
Thriving – positive outcomes
Of course there are risks in life, so…
Who can best protect youth?
Or young people themselves?
Ultimately, the best filter runs between the child’s ears, not
on a device
Protection that lasts a lifetime
Training wheels for young kids
How you treat others affects your risk
* EU Kids Online +Internet Safety Technology Taskforce
“Among those who do not bully others, being bullied is relatively rare 8% offline only, and 4% online”*
“Youth who engage in online aggressive behavior by making rude or nasty comments or frequently embarrassing others are more than twice as likely to report online interpersonal victimization.” +
Avoid Fear & Exaggeration
Encourage honesty, calm discussion & social norming
Caution only works if it’s believable and actionable
Social norms approach• People emulate how they think their peers
behave• If people think their friends don’t smoke,
they’re less likely to smoke.• Same is true with over-eating, excessive alcohol
use and other negative behaviors, including bullying*
*Assessing Bullying in New Jersey Secondary Schools: Applying the Social Norms Model to Adolescent Violence: Craig, Perkins 2008
What is a “Citizen”
“A person who legally belongs to a country and has the rights and protection of that country”
“An inhabitant of a city or town; especially : one entitled to the rights and privileges of a freeman.”
(Merriam Webster online dictionary)
What is a “Digital Citizen”
“…There is a basic set of rights extended to every digital citizen. • Digital citizens have the right to privacy, free speech, etc. • Basic digital rights must be addressed, discussed, and understood in the digital world. With responsibilities as well. • Users must help define how the technology is to be used in an appropriate manner. • In a digital society these two areas must work together for everyone to be productive. ”
#7 of the “Nine Themes of Digital Citizenship” by Mike Ribble
And so, Digital Citizenship includes:
• Access to digital tools in and out of school• Respect from others: including teachers & other adults• Respect for others• Self-respect• Commitment to community• Freedom to be unique
What we do at ConnectSafely
• Consumer education: Parents, teens and general public
• Resources for schools• Safer Internet Day• One Good Thing• Blogging, broadcasting and media
appearances• Education for policy makers• International work
Research-Based Tips & Articles
Guides
International & US Policy• Work with Internet Congressional Caucus• Work with other non-profits around the world• Congressional testimony & advice• Participate in national & regional forums• Have worked within US states• Participate internationally in Internet Governance
Forum & other global forums• Opening Washington DC Office – Fall 2014
Goal is to encourage rational and thoughtful policy that avoids unintended consequences
Safer Internet Day2014 Theme: Teens and Tech Leaders on Building a Better Internet
ConnectSafely is the designated US Host of Safer Internet Day.
Safer Internet Day 2014
Youth panel Industry panel
Senator Chuck Schumer
Safer Internet Day Partners
Safer Internet Day 2015
TuesdayFebruary 10, 2015
In Silicon Valley with remote participation from schools across
the country
One Good Thing
• Texting a kind message to a friend who was sad• Helping a grandparent figure out Facebook• Getting a bunch of parents together and teaching them about how to use social media safely• Creating a pile-on of kindness for someone who was getting harassed or cyber bullied
Coming soon: www.OneGoodThing.org