ENG1511 Assignment 1
(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2025 - DUE 28
March 2025
, ENG1511 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 28 March
2025
Question 1 (20 marks) 1. From your reading of the
passage, what do you understand by ‘digital literacy’ and
“digital citizenship”? (4) 2. In the context of the passage
what does being “ethical” mean in the digital space? (2)
3. What are some of the ethical issues that surface from
internet use? Mention any four from the passage. (4) 4.
What are some of the reasons for potential invasion of
privacy? Mention two either from the passage or from
your general knowledge. (4) 5. In what way do bots and
spyware compromise one’s privacy? (2) 6. What do you
understand by cyberbullying? Use your own words. (2) 7.
From your experience provide one example of
cyberbullying that you can remember. (2)
1. What do you understand by ‘digital literacy’ and ‘digital citizenship’? (4
marks)
Digital Literacy: Digital literacy refers to the ability to effectively and critically use
digital technologies to access, evaluate, create, and communicate information. It involves
skills such as navigating the internet, using software, understanding digital security, and
discerning credible sources of information.
Digital Citizenship: Digital citizenship refers to the responsible and ethical use of
technology by individuals who are part of a digital society. It encompasses behaviors
such as respecting others online, protecting personal privacy, and contributing positively
to digital communities.
2. In the context of the passage, what does being “ethical” mean in the
digital space? (2 marks)
Being ethical in the digital space means adhering to moral principles and values when using
technology. This includes respecting others’ privacy, avoiding harmful behaviors like
cyberbullying, sharing information responsibly, and not engaging in illegal activities such as
hacking or piracy.
(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2025 - DUE 28
March 2025
, ENG1511 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 28 March
2025
Question 1 (20 marks) 1. From your reading of the
passage, what do you understand by ‘digital literacy’ and
“digital citizenship”? (4) 2. In the context of the passage
what does being “ethical” mean in the digital space? (2)
3. What are some of the ethical issues that surface from
internet use? Mention any four from the passage. (4) 4.
What are some of the reasons for potential invasion of
privacy? Mention two either from the passage or from
your general knowledge. (4) 5. In what way do bots and
spyware compromise one’s privacy? (2) 6. What do you
understand by cyberbullying? Use your own words. (2) 7.
From your experience provide one example of
cyberbullying that you can remember. (2)
1. What do you understand by ‘digital literacy’ and ‘digital citizenship’? (4
marks)
Digital Literacy: Digital literacy refers to the ability to effectively and critically use
digital technologies to access, evaluate, create, and communicate information. It involves
skills such as navigating the internet, using software, understanding digital security, and
discerning credible sources of information.
Digital Citizenship: Digital citizenship refers to the responsible and ethical use of
technology by individuals who are part of a digital society. It encompasses behaviors
such as respecting others online, protecting personal privacy, and contributing positively
to digital communities.
2. In the context of the passage, what does being “ethical” mean in the
digital space? (2 marks)
Being ethical in the digital space means adhering to moral principles and values when using
technology. This includes respecting others’ privacy, avoiding harmful behaviors like
cyberbullying, sharing information responsibly, and not engaging in illegal activities such as
hacking or piracy.
