What is a digital footprint:
I have learned that my digital footprint is started even before you are born whether it’s my first sonogram or my parents announcing my gender. My digital footprint will stay with me even after I have passed away. Anything that I do on the internet goes into my digital dossier and that’s why it is important to think before you post as you can never get rid of it. A digital footprint is a collection of all of my online activities. All of your future employers are able to see what you once did on the internet. Your digital footprint doesn’t have to be a negative thing as long as you are taught how to use the internet correctly.
Strategies I can use to keep my digital dossier, appropriate and safe:
In order to keep your digital footprint safe, you can THINK before you post. This will make sure that you don’t put anything on the internet that you will regret later. Your digital footprint is permanent and once you click that post button you can never take it back. One thing you can think about to help you remember is would it be okay if your mom and dad saw it? If not, you probably shouldn’t put it on the internet. After all that one post from when you were 13 could affect your whole life. It is also very important to keep all your stuff private because anyone can see it.
What have I learned & how will I share what I’ve learned:
I have learned to keep my private information private because not everything needs to be broadcasted online. If you wouldn’t tell the person standing behind you at the market your full name and phone number then you definately should not be putting that online. I have also learned that anything that I put online can be seen by my future employers. I will continue to share what I’ve learned by reminding people not to post something in anger because anyone can see it online. What are you truly accomplishing by saying things behind a computer screen. Treat others as you would like to be treated. Simply put, if you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all. Remember, you can’t truly delete when you send.
Bibliography:
Image 1: http://www.digitalfamilysummit.com/2012/safety-protecting-your-digital-footprint/
Image 2: Made by myself using http://www.keepcalmandcarryon.com
Image 3: http://theapprenticeacademy.co.uk/blog/digital-footprint/
Image 4: http://catherinescareercorner.com/2012/10/10/for-a-job-you-need-that-x-factor/
Image 5: http://www.technologyrocksseriously.com/2014/10/before-you-post-think.html
Image 6: http://www.teachthought.com/the-future-of-learning/digital-citizenship-the-future-of-learning/11-tips-for-students-tomanage-their-digital-footprints/