(NWEA Testing Week – Independent Notes + Vocabulary)

🎯 Learning Intention

Today, I will explore the 9 elements of digital citizenship and record key vocabulary in my Tech Journal.

✅ Success Criteria

I know I’m successful when I complete notes on all 9 elements and add their definitions to my Personal Tech Dictionary.

🌍 Why Are We Learning This?

Understanding the 9 elements of digital citizenship gives you the language and framework to analyze online behavior, design campaigns, and make smart choices.

🧠 Warm-Up – Tech Journal Prompt (10 min)

💡 “Which area of online life do I think is the hardest for students my age to manage well — and why?”

📚 Vocabulary – The 9 Elements of Digital Citizenship

Element Definition Why It Matters
1. Digital Access Equal opportunity to technology and online resources Ensures no one is left out of digital learning and society
2. Digital Commerce Buying, selling, and money exchange online Safe, legal, and responsible use of e-commerce
3. Digital Communication Sending/receiving info through digital tools Shapes your voice and relationships online
4. Digital Literacy Learning how to use technology effectively Critical for success in school, work, and life
5. Digital Etiquette Respectful and responsible online behavior Prevents conflict, cyberbullying, and misunderstanding
6. Digital Law Legal responsibilities and rules online Covers copyright, hacking, and digital rights
7. Digital Rights & Responsibilities Freedoms and duties as digital citizens Protects privacy, expression, and ethical use
8. Digital Health & Wellness Physical and mental well-being in digital use Prevents addiction, eye strain, stress, imbalance
9. Digital Security (Self-Protection) Protecting devices, data, and identity Prevents theft, malware, and exploitation

📣 Independent Notes Activity (30–40 min)