- provide a definition of the term digital footprint.
- understand why it is important to take care of your digital footprint.
- give examples of things you can do to keep your digital footprint small.
Smart internet usage
Many people use the Internet naturally in their private and professional lives to communicate with others, to search for information and for their entertainment. But what is "the Internet" really? And how does it work? If you're interested just watch this short video.
How the Internet Works in 5 Minutes by Aaron (Creative Commons) To enable subtitles in your language use the setting button!
The Internet offers a variety of possibilities to support our private and professional everyday life. In addition to all the possibilities, the Internet also has some challenges. If you keep these challenges in mind, you can move safely through the Internet without any issues.
Learning content
T his unit provides basic information about the so called digital footprint. The term refers to the unique set of traceable digital activities, you leave on the Internet or on digital devices by using them.
In this unit we give you an overview of what kind of challenges lurk on the Internet and what you can do in order to use the Internet safely:
Learning objectives
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After completing unit 4 you will be able to:
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Duration
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We estimate that it will take you 60 minutes to get through unit 5 if you read all the texts and watch all the videos.
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Sources
Alternative explanation on how the Internet works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvOJY3uYjYQ
