Michael,
Let' just hope that we can train our students to be good digital citizens.
Renee Shaffer
A a good digital citizen follows copyright laws.. And really projects a proactive attitude towards the supporting of copyright laws, and encourages others around him to follow those same laws. A good digital citizen does not steal anything that's copyrighted will do all they can to secure permission is needed and will stop using anything that's copyrighted in the event they cannot get permission. A good digital citizen will also follow the guidelines for fair use if working in a nonprofit and will ensure they follow procedures, for-profit institutions and attempt to get written permission or refrain from using anything that might be copyrighted.
Adam,
Yes, let us all go forth and try to educate a new digital citizenry!
Renee Shaffer
Good digital citizens claim responsibility for their actions, and are respectful of the time, effort, and work produced by others.
Robert,
Oh, yes, we have always heard about the barriers from students.
Renee Shaffer
With the rapidly expanding access channels for digital information students and instructors alike see the web as a public domain. Understanding the appropriate path to follow with this material is very important. I see copied material frequently in student work. They view providing a citation as due recognition, or using quotation marks. Obviously this can be a problem. The course addresses obstacles for instructors such as time and cost. These are also barriers you'll hear from students.
I belive being a good digitial citizen means understanding fair use laws and copyright policies. Asking permission when unsure (better safe than sorry) and ensuring students understand the which types of works are included. I think the term means more than 'an attempt' rather truly understanding the laws/policies and following them.
I know I still have a lot to learn in this area.
Tom,
I completely agree. How I wish more of our population were good digital citizens.
Renee Shaffer
To be good digital citizens implies that instructors have to "educate the students about copyright infringement and the ethical ways of dealing with the openness of the new media that exists on the Internet." Educating students about copyright laws will benefit and enlighten them to " become good copyright stewards and digital citizens." Source [EL114: Digital Citizens]
Thanks, Tom
