Streaming Session
Recorded SessionThe Urgency of Digital Citizenship (5 minutes):
Content: Introduce the current crisis: The blurring line between reality and AI, and the need for new ethical frameworks. The role of the adult as a model.
Present the core challenge to all attendees (teachers and leaders) to own digital citizenship. Introduce the Common Sense Education framework.
Google Vids as a Literacy Tool (10 minutes):
Content: Quick overview of Google Vids (Video Creation Tool within Google Workspace for Education). Focus on its accessibility and ease of use for students.
Process (Demonstration): Quick, live demonstration showing how simple it is to start a Google Vids project, emphasizing the low barrier to entry for students.
Student Led Digital Diaries (10 minutes):
Content: Case studies and examples of student created "Digital Diaries" and testimonials on topics like media balance, data privacy, and AI deepfakes.
Process (Video Showcase & Discussion): Share powerful student work. Attendees discuss in small groups how to adapt a similar prompt for their subject area.
Call to Action (5 minutes):
Content: Steps to become a Common Sense Educator and resources for immediate implementation.
Process (Q&A): Final reflection and resources.
Participants will be able to:
Integrate the Common Sense Education Digital Citizenship curriculum as a whole school model, moving beyond the technology classroom.
Utilize the accessible power of Google Vids (from Google Workspace) to facilitate student led video projects that build digital literacy skills.
Empower students to become creators of "digital diaries," sharing their perspectives and personal reflections on online risks, AI generated content, and ethical dilemmas.
Advocate for the institution wide responsibility of modeling safe and responsible digital behavior for students.
1. Common Sense Education (Website: Digital Citizenship Curriculum). Primary resource for content and instructional strategy. https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship
2. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/kids-action/articles/teaching-digital-citizenship-has-a-real-impact
3. https://iste.org/blog/the-5-competencies-of-digital-citizenship
4. https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-12-02-rethinking-digital-citizenship
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