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For South Carolina Public Radio, I'm Dr. Rénard Harris from the College of Charleston. This is Teachable Moments, a minute of education for students and parents.
Being a good digital citizen is more than just knowing how to use technology—it’s about using it wisely, responsibly, and thoughtfully. For students and parents, that means pausing before posting and recognizing the potential impact of the content. It’s about creating a culture of kindness, standing up to cyberbullying, and showing empathy in digital spaces.
With generative AI, it’s more important now than ever to think critically by evaluating sources, spotting fake news, and questioning what we read. By building these habits together—at home and in school—we can help students grow into confident, thoughtful digital citizens who know how to navigate the online world with care and integrity.
For the College of Charleston, I’m Dr. Rénard Harris. For more Teachable Moments, visit South Carolina public radio.org/teachable.
Resources:
Ian O’Byrne, associate professor of literacy education at the College of Charleston
Three steps needed to empower students (& educators) as critical digital readers & writers
