ISTE Standard: Equity and Citizenship Advocate

 

An Equity and Citizenship Advocate is a role or a concept often found in the context of education, where the primary focus is on ensuring equity and promoting digital citizenship among students, educators, and communities. 

The role may be formal or informal, and it involves actively working to create inclusive, fair, and responsible environments for all learners, particularly in the context of technology use and digital spaces.

Leaders use technology to increase equity, inclusion and digital citizenship practices.

In other words, Equity and Citizenship Advocate emphasizes empowering students to engage responsibly and actively in the digital world. Educators following this standard work to ensure equitable access to technology and promote responsible use of digital resources, fostering an inclusive and ethical online environment.

The Key Aspects of Equity and Citizenship Advocate Standard:

• Digital Equity

• Inclusive Practices

• Digital Citizenship

• Advocacy for Ethical Technology Use

• Global Collaboration

The four (4) components of this standard are:

1. Ensure Access to Meet Student Needs
2. Ensure Access to Skilled Teachers
3. Model Inclusion, Healthy Use
4. Model Safe, Ethical, Legal Use