RECIO, ERICKA NICOLE - PERFORMANCE TASK 2 AND WRITTEN WORK 2

1.What does it mean to be a digital citizen? ​​​​​​

In today's modernized and technology-based world, we have a lot of responsibilities as a digital citizen. Being a digital citizen entails much more than just utilizing digital tools and platforms; it also includes a set of rights, obligations, and conduct that allow people to use the digital environment in a morally sound, efficient, and safe manner. Digital citizenship is, first and foremost, using digital tools and platforms in an ethical and responsible manner. People should act politely and thoughtfully online, just as they should in real-world situations. This includes abstaining from harassing and cyberbullying as well as from any kind of malicious action that can endanger other people. In order to promote a positive digital environment, it is crucial to respect people's rights to privacy, intellectual property, and human dignity. 

Being a digital citizen involves more than just knowing how to use technology, but it also means acting responsibly, with respect, and with integrity online. People can take advantage of the many opportunitiesprovided by technology while reducing the risks and difficulties it may present by adopting a digital citizenship stance. We can ensure a safer, more inclusive, and empowered digital society for future generations by working together to develop a culture of digital literacy and citizenship. 

2. How can you observe social, ethical, and legal responsibilities in the use of technology tools and resources?

In the digital age we live in today, technology has a massive impact and influence on every part of our lives, influencing how we work, communicate, and engage with the world. Technology provides many complicated challenges that call for careful consideration of social, ethical, and legal ramifications, even as it gives limitless prospects for innovation and advancement.

For the social aspect, we have an obligation to think about how our actions may affect society as a whole as technology users and developers. Fostering inclusive digital environments that support equity, diversity, and accessibility for all people is necessary to achieve this. We can guarantee that technological tools and platforms are usable by individuals with a variety of backgrounds and skill levels by building them with user-centric concepts in mind. A safer and more encouraging online environment is created for everyone by encouraging digital literacy and good online conduct, which also helps to slow the spread of false information and cyber bullying. Also, the ethical responsibility plays a significant role in observing use of technology tools and resources. Through the implementation of ethical impact assessments, multidisciplinary discourse, and the integration of multiple perspectives into the decision-making process, we can endeavour to create technology that is consistent with ethical standards and advances society. And for the legal responsibilities, a complicated network of legal rules and regulations controls how technology is used. Respecting legal requirements is crucial for defending the rule of law and defending individual rights, from data protection regulations to intellectual property rights.