Behaving safely, respectfully, and responsibly in our online communities.
Digital Citizenship
Is your favorite food an example of personal or private information?
Personal
Your name is a good password.
False.
A secret series of numbers or letters that allows you to access a locked computer or program
Password
Is your email address an example of personal or private information?
Private
It is okay to say things online that you wouldn't say in person.
False. Remember to always be kind, even if you're behind a screen.
A global network connecting millions of computers
Internet
Is your age an example of personal or private information?
Personal
It's important to balance our media use, and be mindful of how much time we're spending online.
True. Media is all around us, and it's important to give ourselves time to "unplug".
The means of communication, such as radio, television, newspapers, magazines, and the internet, that reach or influence people widely.
Media
Is your birthday an example of personal or private information?
Private
It's okay to talk to strangers online.
False. Make sure you ask a trusted adult before engaging with people you don't know online.
The language computers use to understand instructions
Code
What is the main difference between personal and private information?
Private information can be used to identify you, whereas personal information can't be used (solely) to identify you.
It's okay to post pictures of your friends without their permission.
False. Even if you think they won't mind, it's a good habit to always ask before you share.