Digital citizenship hits close to home to for librarians. Librarians aren’t just librarians anymore. They should be experts in technology. As this course has taught me, being an expert in technology means that I need to understand and teach digital citizenship. Digital access is key to keep abreast of current online trends in the library. Digital commerce is something that librarians practice every time they place orders for new technology or books. Digital communication should regularly be taking place through the library with a variety of avenues. Digital literacy is key for librarians in this day and age so that we are prepared to teach about all types of technology and are knowledgeable about technology use. Digital etiquette is what librarians should model and teach to students in their library so that students understand what is and is not appropriate online. It is the librarian’s job to teach that digital law. Digital rights and responsibilities are also something that the librarian should be teaching through the library media program. Concerning digital health and wellness the librarian needs to be aware of the placement of the computers for students and ensuring that proper ergonomics are occurring throughout the school. The librarian can start honest conversations with students about digital security. These conversations are a great way to begin empowering our students so that they can protect themselves.
The current AUP at my school is very inclusive, but it isn’t taught or talked about. I would add more information on rights and responsibilities to the current AUP, and I would actually teach a lesson on the AUP and its importance. Digital citizenship education is important for all educators. I would implement miniature digital citizenship lessons with follow-up information at our monthly staff meetings.
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