Digital Citizenship Vocabulary

Across

3. a person who speaks or acts in support of an individual or cause, particularly someone who intervenes on behalf of a person being attacked or bullied.
8. false or inaccurate information
9. the ability to critically analyze stories presented in the mass media and to determine their accuracy or credibility
10. user-controlled options in software, apps, and social networks that manage how personal data is shared, stored, and accessed
11. a branch of computer science that develops systems capable of performing tasks requiring human-like intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and decision-making
12. a U.S. legal doctrine permitting limited, unlicensed use of copyrighted material for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research
16. the unique, often permanent, trail of data you leave behind while using the internet
18. the moral principles that govern how individuals and organizations operate
20. the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
22. the unauthorized use or reproduction of another's work.
23. time spent using a device such as a computer, television, or games console.
24. a technology that overlays digital information—such as 3D models, images, or data—onto the real world in real-time, typically using smartphone cameras, tablets, or smart glasses
25. any data that can identify, contact, or locate an individual, either on its own or when combined with other data.
26. a behavioral disorder characterized by compulsive, excessive use of digital devices (smartphones, social media, gaming) that interferes with daily life, relationships, and responsibilities.
28. the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own.
30. false, inaccurate, or misleading information deliberately created and spread to deceive, manipulate, or harm, rather than to inform

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1. the practice of protecting systems, networks, programs, and data from digital attacks, unauthorized access, or damage
2. the process of converting readable information (plaintext) into an unreadable, scrambled format (ciphertext) using an algorithm and a cryptographic key
4. a form of social engineering cyberattack where criminals impersonate reputable organizations or individuals via email, text, or phone to steal sensitive information like passwords, credit card numbers, or login credentials
5. a person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part.
6. the sum of all information, behaviors, and attributes—such as usernames, profiles, search history, and financial data—that represent an individual or entity on the internet
7. the established standards of respectful, polite, and responsible behavior in online environments
13. a precise, step-by-step set of instructions or rules followed to solve a specific problem or accomplish a task
14. the ethical, safe, and accountable use of technology, focusing on managing one's digital footprint, respecting others' privacy, and ensuring secure online interactions
15. the responsible, ethical, and safe use of technology, the internet, and digital devices
17. a non-profit organization providing free, standardized, legal licenses that allow creators to share their work while retaining copyright
19. a form of intellectual property law that protects original works of authorship—such as books, music, art, and software—the moment they are fixed in a tangible medium
21. the use of digital devices (phones, computers, social media, gaming) to intentionally and repeatedly harass, threaten, humiliate, or target someone
27. maintaining a healthy, intentional, and responsible relationship with technology, ensuring screen time does not negatively impact physical, mental, or social well-being
29. the practice of engaging with technology, resources, or daily activities with conscious intention, awareness, and purpose, rather than acting on autopilot