Categories and Attributes of Digital Citizenship

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of this study is to define the concept of digital citizenship, which is being emphasized as citizenship in the period of great transition to a digital society, and how it differs from traditional citizenship. To this end, we first define the categories in which citizenship is discussed, and based on this, we discuss the differences in the attributes of traditional citizenship and digital citizenship. Method To achieve the research objectives, literature analysis methods are used. We analyzed papers and reports from major researchers on existing digital citizenship research. Results As a result of the study, the concept of digital citizenship is discussed in the same category as the concept of traditional citizenship, and its differentiation from traditional citizenship is revealed by differences in attributes. Conclusion The research results are as follows: First, Accountability is required in terms of morality. Second, in terms of learning, we focus on the connection between knowledge and information rather than memory. Third, in terms of practice, contextual application of universal values is necessary.