Netizens in Cyberspace Active Citizenship Presentation by Empe o Ethyl Rhea Mae D Flores Anjely Netizens are individuals who actively participate in the online community of the internet The term is a blend of internet and citizen highlighting the role of users as integral members of the digital world Cyberspace refers to the virtual environment created by interconnected computer networks It encompasses all online activities and interactions that occur through these networks Citizenships traditionally denotes the relationship between an individual and their government or state It involves rights and responsibilities that come with being a member of a political community Active citizenship extends the concept of traditional citizenship into both physical and digital realms It emphasizes participation in civic life through informed engagement in community issues Characteristics of Active Citizenship Informed Participation Active citizens stay informed about local and global issues Respectful Engagement They engage respectfully with others opinions Responsibility They understand their role in shaping society through constructive actions Cyber citizenship is an extension of active citizenship into cyberspace It encompasses the rights privileges and responsibilities associated with being a participant in online communities Key Aspects of Cyber Citizenship Cyber Rights While there are no specific rights designated for cyber citizens they should respect fundamental rights such as life fair treatment liberty freedoms and pursuit of happiness exploration without undue interference Cyber Privileges Access to technology and the internet is considered a privilege that enables participation Cyber Responsibilities Users must be aware of laws governing online behavior and respect others rights while avoiding unacceptable behaviors like cyberbullying or copyright infringement