
Module 6 - Session 7
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING AND DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
Social Emotional Learning Across Learning Environments

GETTING STARTED
OVERVIEW
Welcome to TALE Academy Module 6: Social Emotional Learning Across Learning Environments!
Goal – The goal of this module is to help teachers infuse social emotional learning (SEL) into teaching and learning across learning environments (in-person, remote, and hybrid).
Module Content – This module consists of 8 sessions that will support social emotional learning across learning environments. Each session contains a variety of content and learning activities.
Session Content – You are beginning Module 6 – Session 7: Social Emotional Learning and Digital Citizenship.
MODULE WORKBOOK
If you have not yet downloaded your personal copy of the TALE Academy Workbook for this module, do so now. See directions below. There is only one workbook for each module which contains activities for all sessions within that module.
Step 1: Create your personal copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook.
Throughout this session, you will complete the session activities and take notes in the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook. You will have many opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills you learn using your digital workbook. When you click on the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook link, you will be prompted to make a copy of the workbook. Once you do so, your notes and your work within your workbook will be visible only to you. Please note that the workbook is fillable using Google Slides. We do not recommend printing a copy due to the length of the workbook.
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Step 2: Get familiar with the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook.
Now that you have your personal copy of the workbook, review pages 1-7 to learn about the workbook’s contents and tips for using the workbook. Don’t forget to add your name to page 1 to personalize your workbook!
Step 3: Review “Key Terms” for Session 7 in the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook.
Your last step is to review the key terms for Session 7. For every TALE Academy session, the key terms are listed at the start of each new session in the workbook. You can return to the key terms page(s) of your workbook throughout this session to add your notes.
GUIDING QUESTIONS & LEARNING OBJECTIVES
GUIDING QUESTIONS
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What are the ways we can connect digital citizenship with social emotional learning across learning environments?
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this session, you will be able to do the following:
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Understand the importance of digital citizenship across learning environments.
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Identify six key areas of digital citizenship.
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Make connections between digital citizenship and SEL.
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Redesign a current SEL resource to better support digital citizenship for students.
ENGAGE: ACTIVATE PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
LEARN FROM OTHERS:
VOICES FROM THE FIELD
The following video highlights the reflections of New York State educators on the intersection of SEL and digital citizenship.
WORKBOOK
ACTIVITY
To activate your prior knowledge on the topic, please complete the following steps:
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In your copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook, complete Activity 6.7.1 – Digital Citizenship.
If you have not already created your personal copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook, you can make a copy by clicking here.
EXPLORE: TOPIC OVERVIEW
READ, WATCH, LISTEN
Select from the learning modalities below to explore an overview of the topic for this session. You may read a magazine-style article, watch a video, or listen to a conversational podcast.
You need to select only one option: read, watch, or listen.
As you read, watch, or listen, consider pausing and reviewing the key terms for this session in your workbook. You can add your own notes, ideas for application, or definitions of the terms in your own words.

READ
Dive into our Module 6 – Session 7 READ, a magazine-style overview of the session topic with infographics and links to resources.

WATCH
Tune into our Module 6 – Session 7 WATCH, a narrated, animated video that provides an overview of the session topic.

LISTEN
Settle in for our Module 6 – Session 7 LISTEN, a conversational, podcast-style discussion among educators about the session topic.
EXPLORE: CHOICE BOARD
Select one option from the choices offered below to learn more.
You need to select only one of the choices, but you are welcome to explore all the resources!

What Is Digital Citizenship and How Do You Teach It?
Synopsis: Explore common questions about digital citizenship: what it is, key concepts, and how to teach these skills.
Format: Article
Time: 10 minutes
What Your Students Really Need to Know About Digital Citizenship
Synopsis: Read Edutopia’s take on the essentials of digital citizenship.
Format: Article
Time: 10 minutes
Synopsis: This resource offers a collection of games developed by Wakelet to teach digital citizenship.
Format: Tip Sheet
Time: Varies based on user interaction

Cyberbullying: You’re Not Alone
Synopsis: This is an educational safety video on cyberbullying that you can use with students.
Format: Video
Time: 8 minutes

Synopsis: This podcast episode on digital citizenship offers additional resources for Digital Citizenship Week in the episode notes.
Format: Podcast
Time: 17 minutes
ESTABLISH: REFLECTION FOR ACTION
WORKBOOK ACTIVITY
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Return to your copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook and complete Activity 6.7.2 – SEL and Digital Citizenship.
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If you have not already made your personal copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook, you can make a copy by clicking here.
EXTEND: DEEPER LEARNING
Extend your learning by engaging in a longer workbook activity and/or accessing additional resources.
This section is designed to help you begin a journey into deeper learning on the topic area.
WORKBOOK ACTIVITY
Return to your copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook and complete Activity 6.7.3 – Revise Your SEL Resource. If you have not already made your personal copy of the Module 6 TALE Academy Workbook, you can do so by clicking here.
Time: 20 minutes
ADDITIONAL
RESOURCES
SEL in Digital Life Resource Center
Topic: A K-12 digital citizenship curriculum that includes CASEL-aligned activities, family conversation starters, and professional development resources
Format: Resource Library
Time: Varies
Topic: Social emotional learning and digital citizenship in distance learning
Format: Video
Time: 35 minutes
Building Connections: Social and Emotional Learning and Digital Citizenship
Topic: The connections between digital citizenship and SEL
Format: Video
Time: 56 minutes