Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 356 How does citizenship society as a whole? Terms digital communication digital citizen digital literacy digital citizenship cyberbullying netiquette slander libel digital footprint intellectual property plagiarism infringement public domain open source Communicating in a Digital Society 15.1 Objectives After completing this section, you will be able to: • Describe the elements of digital communication. • Explain intellectual property and what it includes. • Discuss the importance of the Electronic User’s Bill of Rights. Digital Communication Digital communication is the exchange of information through electronic means. Using technology to communicate in the workplace, as well as in one’s personal life, requires users to be responsible. A digital citizen is someone who regularly and skillfully engages in the use of technology, such as the Internet, computers, and other digital devices. This requires the knowledge and skills to successfully navigate the Internet to interact with individuals and organizations. Digital communication is composed of digital literacy and digital citizenship. Digital Literacy Digital communication requires digital literacy skills. Digital literacy is the ability to use technology to locate, evaluate, communicate, and create information. According to the US federal government, digital literacy skills include: • using a computer or mobile device, including the mouse, keyboard, icons, and folders • using software and applications to complete tasks, such as word processing and creating spreadsheets, tables, and databases • using the Internet to conduct searches, access e-mail, and register on a website • communicating online, including sharing photos and videos, using social media networks, and learning to be an informed digital citizen and • helping children learn to be responsible and make informed decisions online. To learn more about digital literacy skills, visit the Digital Literacy portal (www.digitalliteracy.gov) supported by various departments of the US government. Ho Ho w w does do es digdigital d ig itizenship ci ti hi iimpact im