The Role of Indonesia’s Digital Citizenship Generation in the Realization of Ethics in Cyberspace

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10.2991/978-2-38476-096-1_57How to use a DOI?

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Cyberspace; Cyber Ethics; Indonesia Digital Citizenship

Abstract

As Indonesia continues to witness an exponential growth in digital technology, the role of its digital citizenship generation becomes increasingly significant in ensuring the realization of ethics in cyberspace. With a population that is one of the largest online communities in the world, Indonesia faces unique challenges in maintaining a responsible and ethical digital environment. This abstraction highlights the importance of the digital citizenship generation in Indonesia and their impact on fostering a culture of ethics in cyberspace. It explores the multifaceted dimensions of this role and emphasizes the significance of collective efforts from various stakeholders including individuals, educational institutions, government bodies, and digital platforms. The digital citizenship generation in Indonesia plays a pivotal role in raising awareness about ethical behavior in cyberspace. Through education and awareness campaigns, they can promote responsible digital conduct, emphasizing the values of respect, empathy, and integrity. By developing critical thinking skills and media literacy, individuals can discern between reliable and fake information, ensuring the spread of accurate and ethical content. Educational institutions have a responsibility to incorporate digital citizenship education into the curriculum, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary for ethical engagement in the online world. This paper includes teaching students about online privacy, cyberbullying prevention, responsible social media usage, and the importance of intellectual property rights. Furthermore, government bodies should enact comprehensive policies and regulations to govern cyberspace and safeguard the rights of its citizens.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Rio Razab Isdendi
AU  - Indra Nanda
AU  - Munandar Wahyudin Suganda
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/08/28
TI  - The Role of Indonesia’s Digital Citizenship Generation in the Realization of Ethics in Cyberspace
BT  - Proceedings of the 4th Annual Civic Education Conference (ACEC 2022)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 514
EP  - 525
SN  - 2352-5398
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DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-096-1_57
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