Empowerment Technology

The  online environment  should be a  safe space  in which everyone feels protected. Since education is at the heart of society, students should be taught to use technology in a responsible manner, ensuring the safety of the online environment for generations to come. In their book,  Digital Citizenship in Schools , Mike Ribble and Gerald Bailey talk about how technology influences the way people interact and the  concept of digital citizenship in the classroom . The authors define nine elements of digital citizenship, related to technology usage inside and outside the school environment: Digital access Although we live in a digital era, not everyone has access to technology. As teachers, we should be aware of this digital divide. Not all students can afford a computer, a smartphone and Internet access. That’s why educators need to provide suitable alternatives for each student's needs. Digital commerce Digital commerce highlights the necessity to tackle saf