Digital Literacy & Cyber Security
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Digital Literacy & Cyber Security
Digital literacy is the ability to use, find, evaluate and create information using digital tools (e.g. internet, applications, artificial intelligence). The three elements of digital literacy to consider are; finding and consuming accurate information, creating content, and exchanging information safely with a wide audience. The following resources are provided to support school staff, students, and caregivers to engage safely in the digital world.
Resources & Support
The following resources are intended to supplement information in support of a comprehensive approach to school safety.
A Parent's Guide to Internet Safety
An informational pamphlet provided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) that helps readers understand the complexities of online child exploitation.
A Parent's Guide to Internet Safety
Safe Online Surfing Program
Created for students in third through eighth grades, the resource provided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) covers age-appropriate topics, such as cyberbullying, passwords, malware, social media, and more. The program also provides teachers with a curriculum that meets state and federal Internet safety mandates.
Cybersecurity for K-12 Teachers
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and other federal government agencies offer a variety of support, information, and resources for K-12 teachers to help their students become the next generation of cybersecurity professionals such as tip cards, videos, fact sheets, toolkits and more.
Digital Citizenship Curriculum
Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a rapidly changing world, offers a curriculum with interactive lessons and activities for students.
Connect Safely
Connect Safely is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating users of connected technology about safety, privacy, and security. Here, you’ll find research-based safety tips, parents’ guidebooks, advice, news, and commentary on all aspects of tech use and policy.