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ICT:
SOCIAL & ETHICAL
protocols & practices
Digital Compass
https://www.digitalcompass.org
Common Sense Media provides an award winning set of resources to equip teachers and students with 'the knowledge and skills to think critically, behave safely, and participate responsibly online and with mobile devices.'
Digital Compass offers web and device based blended learning of digital literacy and citizenship for students in years 6 -9.
Students engage in learning through the experience of choosing their own adventure through various avatars (characters) provided. The language and vocabularly engages students to enjoy the activity whilst making serious decisions for the characters based on their known knowledge and experience in society. The interactive style helps activate interest as students investigate personal security protocols in relation to real life situations without adversely impacting their own digital footprint.
Digital Compass is available for free use online, and as $2.49 iOS and Android app based software.
Digital Compass is a clear leader in educating students with the skills and critical
reasoning to participate safely online for students aged 11-15.