Digital Literacy and Internet Safety

Andre Gonzalez and his classmates at Aptos Middle School in San Francisco are learning how to safely navigate the internet through a district-wide initiative. The program, using Common Sense Media's digital literacy curriculum, teaches students about internet safety, responsible use, and digital citizenship. The initiative aims to equip students with critical thinking and creativity skills necessary for the digital age, while also meeting federal requirements for educational funding. The program emphasizes the importance of understanding the impact of digital interactions on students' current and future lives.

Why is it crucial for students to learn about digital media safety?

• To learn how to hack

• To safely interact with online components

• To avoid using the internet altogether

• To become professional gamers

What curriculum is used in the district-wide effort to teach digital literacy?

• Common Sense Media's curriculum

• Apple's Online Safety Guide

• Google's Internet Safety Program

• Microsoft's Digital Literacy Course

How can learning about internet safety impact students' lives?

• It only impacts their gaming skills

• It can affect their current and future lives

• It only affects their social media presence

• It has no impact on their lives

What is a key component of 21st-century learning in schools?

• Access to unlimited internet

• Using only traditional textbooks

• Critical thinking and creativity with technology

• Learning to code in every class

Why is it important for schools to meet new federal requirements?

• To ensure all students have a smartphone

• To receive funding for discounted classroom connectivity

• To eliminate the use of paper in classrooms

• To provide free laptops to every student