Thursday, March 29, 2012

Week 12: Intellectual Freedom, Part I (Knowledge Quest)

Lamb, Annette. "Everyone Does It: Teaching Ethical Use of Social Technology." Knowledge Quest, 39:1 (2010), 62-67.

The author discusses common issues that arise from teens using technology and what good digital citizenship means. Responsible use of technology is framed within the context of moral and behavioral development. AASL Standards that relate to technology use are cited and strategies for teaching ethical technology use are described.


Harris, Frances Jacobson. "Teens and Privacy: Myths and Realities." Knowledge Quest, 39:1 (2010), 74-79.

The article provides an overview of the current debate about teens and privacy concerns. In particular, the author discusses the facts about internet privacy as it relates to online predators, cyberbullying, and social networks. The article concludes with advice on how to ensure a safe online environment for teens.

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