Digital Citizenship and Digital Ethics

Abstract

Digital citizenship and digital ethics are closely related concepts regarding how to behave responsibly and ethically in the era of artificial intelligence (AI) in the digital world. The author shared his perspectives on digital citizenship and digital ethics based on his experiences working with PGDs, Master, and MPhil students at Kathmandu University School of Education, Nepal. The author attempted to reflect on how PGDs, Master, and MPhil students understood and acted on these concepts—digital citizenship and digital ethics based on the respecting, educating, and protecting framework of digital citizenship and digital ethics. Further, the author argued that digital citizenship is the responsible and respectful use of technology to engage in online activities: look for trustworthy sources and protect and promote human rights. Similarly, digital ethics are rules and moral principles governing individuals' interpersonal behavior. Overall, the author concluded that digital citizenship and ethics are related concepts that deal with digital technology's moral and social aspects.