2014+DIGITAL+LITERACY

//The work you do here will help you improve your technology proficeicy as you prepare for success in the 21st century. You will submit all work through a Google Docs portfolio which will be shared with me. I will need to be able to edit all work you submit. This will be for assessment purposes. Use appropraite Subjects for each submission!//

=** Begin Here: **=

__**CLOUD MANAGEMENT**__
1. Everyone talks about "the cloud," but what is it? Watch the video below to learn more about it.

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//** Question: What is cloud computing? **//

2. Next, go to [|How Stuff Works] to learn about Cloud Computing. You will learn about the history of Cloud Computing, the architecture of how it works, security and safety using the Cloud and application in the Cloud. //** Activity: Using a Google Doc, write a 150 word paragraph on how Cloud Computing works and how it benefits you while doing classwork. **//

__**WEBMIX**__
1. Watch the following video tutorial about Symbaloo.

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You may find it helpfule to view this[| tutorial document provided as a pdf.]

2. It will be helpful if you open [|Symbaloo] in a separate tab or window so you can try out the steps shown in the tutorial.

3. //** Now you are ready to begin creating your own webmix. Choose a school appropriate topic that would help teach someone about your topic.What website and videos would you choose to add to your webmix? These should explain the topic and give fuidance on how to do or crate depending on the topic. Find at least 6 examples to add to your webmix **//. (Below is an example webmix teaching [|Origami]).



4. //** After creating your webmix, share the webmix with jgrams@hlv.k12.ia.us **//

__**DIGITAL FOOTPRINT**__
You may not realize this, but each time you log-on to the internet, use your cell phone or do anything digitally you are leaving a digital trail.

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1. Visit this introduction to a [|Digital Footprint from TeacherTube] and then the [|Common Sense Media video] about the impact of Digital Footprints. 2. Read the[| 11 tips] for students to manage their own footprint. 3. Click this [|LINK] to participate in a Digital Footprint Survey


 * // Activity: This about all the different digital devices you use daily. some example include: phone usage, gaming (DS, Playstation, X-Box), using the internet, texting, Snapchat, TV, listening to music, etc //**

4. Click this [|LINK] to view survey results.

//** Activity: Compare your response from above to the survey results. What surprised you or how did you compare to the results? **//

It is important to think about creating a more formal or "professional" web presence for the future. Watch the movie below known as "The Digital Dossier" on School Tube.
 * YOUR EVOLVING FOOTPRINT . . .**

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//** Activity: Write a paragraph (5-6 sentences minimum) answering the questions below. Use appropriate transitions within the paragraph - do not identify each question separately. **//

//** Q1: When do you think your Digital Imprint began? (Have your parents posted informationa about you online?) **// //** Q2: Go to Google and do a search for "Barck Obama", then Google yourself. What are your findings? Is the information accurate about Barack Obama and how about the information about yourself? **// //** Q3: Think about the specific "footprints" or inforamtion you leave behind on the sites you view (sites you viewed, typed, or accessed). If this was the only information someone had about you, what would they think about you? What assumptions would they make about your habits and behaviors? **// //** Q4: What does your web presence say about you? **//

__**CYBER SAFETY**__
The decisions made in your digital world affect you as much as those made in the real world. In fact, your digital decisions and behaviors can affect you more and for longer than decisions made in the real world -- even with prospective employers and college applications!

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You will be working through three quests. Druing the first Bill of Rights quest, you will learn the imporatance for understanding basic rules on the internet and what type of activities can be done. The second quest, Danger quest, will help you understand the importance of being a responsible digital citizen. In the third quest, Online Etiquette, you will be testing your knowledge of how to behave online.

1. Read the [|Nine Themes of Digital Citizenship] 2. Read the 10 Rules of Netiquette (on-line etiquette). Click on each rule for elaboration. As you read these rules, ask yourself "Why are they important?"

//** Activity: From your readings, answer these quetions -- 1. What does it take to be a digital citizen? 2. Why are the 10 rules of Netiquetter impotant? **//

How do you know your 'friend' is who they say they are? What steps do you take to stay while texting and how do you protect your reputation? 1. Read the Top 10 Online Safety Tips
 * DANGER! . . .**

 TOP 10 ONLINE SAFETY TIPS!
> == 1. People can save what is said online  == > == 2. Only say what you’d be willing to say in person  == > == 3. Don’t be "stalk worthy"  == > == 4. Kids should tell an adult if they are in an uncomfortable situation  == > == 5. Know where your kids are going (URL)  == > == 6. Don’t open things from people you do not know  == > == 7. Don’t show obvious signs of where you live, etc.  == > == 8. MySpace, and Facebook are NOT secure, even when private  == > == 9. Keep the computer in a open area of the house  == > == 10. Use common sense! == 2. Watch the video[| "Protecting Reputations Online"] 3. Take the online I[|nterent safety quidelines quiz]

Complete the following: 1 Play the.[| Cyber Spy Game] ** List at least five online tips to help you stay Cyber safe. **
 * PROCEED . . .**
 * 2. ** Play the[| ID Faceoff Game] After answering the questions correctly, save your charcters' identity by taking a screenshot and paste it into a Google doc.

3. Read [|"Your Not as Private as You Think"] 4. Click on this link to view the [|6 Degrees of Information.] video 5. Do you know the risks of posting inappropriate pictures, videos, or messages about yourself online? Next watch this video[| "Two Kinds of Stupid"] 6. What this video about [|Digital Tattoos], and then watch what happens to a recent graduate as he interviews for a job.

//** Activity: Share what you have leaned about online privacy and explain what steps you can take to protect yourself in the digital world. **//

The Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that 52% of students reported being cyber bullied. 33% of teens reported experiencing cyberthreats onlijne, 25% of teens reported being bullied repeatedly throught heir cell phones. Read the definitions below:
 * STOP THE BULLY . . .**

== ** Bullying **is a form of aggressive behavior manifested by the use of force or coercion to affect others, particularly when the behavior is habitual and involves an imbalance of power. It can include verbal harassment, physical assault or coercion and may be directed repeatedly towards particular victims, perhaps on grounds of race, religion, gender, sexuality, or ability. The “imbalance of power” may be social power and/or physical power. The victim of bullying is sometimes referred to as a “target”. == == ** Cyberbullying ** is bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Electronic technology includes devices and equipment such as cell phones, computers, and tablets as well as communication tools including social media sites, text messages, chat, and websites. Examples of cyberbullying include mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, or fake profiles. ==