Technologies like cell phones and the Internet give us the power to learn, create, and connect to friends, but, as the saying goes, "with great power comes great responsibility." Watch these videos for tips on how to be safe, smart, responsible, and caring online -- in other words, how to become a positive digital citizen. For more information about digital citizenship, check out these great articles and videos on online safety, privacy and reputation, copyright and creation, and searching and evaluating websites.
Rules of the Road:
Print this "rules of the road" quiz to see who knows more about being smart online -- kids or parents. And parents can learn more about how to talk to kids about being responsible online by visiting Common Sense Media and reading our Rules of the Road, which will get them thinking about how media and technology fit into family life.
Cyberbullying:
While it's important to protect your own safety and reputation online, it's just as important to be respectful to others. Think before you send. Would you want someone sending that text or email about you? Cyberbullying is hurtful and can leave permanent scars. If you see someone being cyberbullied, stand up, don't stand by. And if you or someone else is being bullied, stand up and tell someone.