Journal 4

Villano, M (2008, September). Text unto others..as you would have them text unto you. T.H.E. Journal, Retrieved October 5, 2008, from http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23225

The article discusses the proper conduct for online use, which has been coined "netiquette." The article also mentions Matt Ribble, and his 9 components of being a good digital citizen. These are etiquette, communication, literacy, access, commerce, law, rights and responsibility, health and awareness, and security. All of these components are extremely important, and are necessary to be aware of if you are going to be involved in the digital world. All within this world need to be aware of piracy, viruses, copyright infringements, etc. The article also discusses whose responsibility it is to make sure the knowledge is out there and it is being applied. This, in my opinion, lies strictly within the student-teacher relationship.

1. What, in your opinion, is the most important of the nine components listed above, in being a good digital citizen?

In my opinion, the most important of the components is law. I find it saddening to see some students that are completely unaware that they are plagiarizing because they are not educated on all that that means. I think educations of law, and the punishments of breaking laws, is crucial to making sure our students are participating in a healthy educational atmosphere within a digital realm without putting themselves in danger legally.

2. What is good netiquette, in your opinion?

Good netiquette includes the "golden rule"--treat others as you would want to be treated. It means eliminating online bullying, giving credit where credit is due, and participating in an online world in a way that is productive. It also means that your participation is safe, and relatively anonymous. Providing too much information on yourself is not only dangerous, but it is not smart. It puts yourself and those around you in danger, so we must remember that.