Just like being a citizen of Canada, there are certain rules and expectations that need to guide how we act online. Basically, we all need to learn the do’s and don’ts of safe and appropriate online behavior not only for ourselves but for others too! While we might think our online actions and postings are private, the digital world is already deeply entangled with the "real world". Just like in face to face conversations, our words and actions online impact others and society as a whole, and these ideas can be permanently saved on the internet. Do you already think you are a good digital citizen? Take the quick quiz below to find out! |
1. Do you believe all the information you read or see on the internet?
A. No! I always double-check that facts and information are true with someone else. B. I don’t really think about the information being true or not. C. I believe everything I see online. 2. Are you interested in modern technology? A. Yes, I love learning and reading about all kinds of new and modern technology. B. I’m interested in some modern technology but not everything about it. C. I’m not at all interested in modern technology. 3. Are you kind and respectful to people online? A. Yes, I always think carefully about what I am saying and doing online. It is important to be considerate of others. B. I think I am polite most of the time but I don’t always think before I write. C. I don’t think much about what I say and do online. |
4. Do you know how to stay safe online?
A. Yes, I am very careful about things like my privacy settings, thinking about what I post, and passwords. B. I think I am safe but I am not sure about things like privacy settings or other ways to check. C. I don’t think there are any issues or dangers online so this doesn’t worry me. It's just the online-world. 5. Do you think carefully before you share a photo? A. Yes, I always ask myself ‘Would my mom be happy to see this photo?’ If the answer is ‘yes’, I share it. B. I know that’s probably important but I don’t always stop to think. C. I just share photos without thinking. I don’t really worry about what people think about it. 6. Are you confident that you are always sure to follow your country's laws online? A. Yes. I never download illegal files or copy other people’s work. I always show where I source information. B. I don’t know much about the law, but I know not to copy other people’s work. I don't think I break the law. C. Hmm ... I don't think laws are important when you go online. It isn't the same as the laws in real life. |