A guide on digital wellbeing designed for young people to flourish as digital citizens.
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1.1 Privacy, safety, data
1.2 Digital footprint
1.3 Phishing, scams, hacking
1.4 Passwords, usernames, profiles
1.5 Sexting, revenge porn
1.6 Search engines -
2.1 How it works
2.2 It’s not reality
2.3 Doomscrolling
2.4 Comparison culture
2.5 Legal & ethical understanding
2.6 Cyberbullying
2.7 Harmful content, social trends, reporting -
3.1 Terminology
3.2 Benefits of AI
3.3 Problems with AI
3.4 Environmental impact
3.5 Chatbots, companions, agents -
4.1 Fake news
4.2 Evaluating info, critical questioning
4.3 Online interactions
4.4 Algorithms & your attention
4.5 Bias, echo chambers, filter bubble
4.6 Deepfakes -
5.1 Digital health
5.2 Sleep
5.3 Digital detox
5.4 Phone settings, screen time
5.5 Digital nutrition
5.6 Digital wellbeing
Overview
This is a guide to help young people feel more confident using the digital world. Being online and using social media are big parts of life for most young people. Sometimes it can be tricky, or even risky, but it can also be useful and fun when used the right way. We don’t believe the answer is to avoid technology or only talk about the bad stuff. Instead, we think it’s important to help young people build the skills to handle the digital world in a smart, safe, and positive way. After all, most young people are online already whether adults are helping them or not.
We know that digital technology can feel confusing or overwhelming at times, so that’s why we made this toolkit. To give young people a simple and helpful way to learn more. By the end, we hope you’ll feel more confident using digital tools and see how they can be a great way to support young people’s wellbeing.
What is digital intelligence?
Digital intelligence is all about being smart, safe, and responsible when using technology and the internet. It’s about having the skills and knowledge to understand, use, and make good choices in the digital world. Learning about digital intelligence helps young people become competent, confident, and responsible digital citizens.
Digital intelligence is built on three key pillars:
Digital Literacy
Using technology effectively
Technical Skills: Use devices, apps, and platforms with confidence.
Information Skills: Search, evaluate, and use digital information wisely.
Communication: Connect and collaborate online using proper etiquette.
Content Creation: Make and share digital content ethically.
Computational Thinking: Understand how digital systems work and solve problems.
Digital media and information
Thinking critically online
Check the Facts: Spot fake news, bias, and unreliable sources.
Understand Media: Know how media shapes what we see and think.
Manage Info: Stay organized and avoid information overload.
Use Ethically: Respect copyright, give credit, and protect privacy.
Digital citizenship
Behaving responsibly online
Stay Safe: Protect your data and avoid scams.
Be Respectful: Communicate kindly and prevent cyberbullying.
Know Your Rights: Understand digital laws and responsibilities.
Balance Your Life: Manage screen time and protect your wellbeing.
Be a Good Digital Citizen: Participate positively and protect your online reputation.