Cyberculture and digital hygiene in education

Abstract

Abstract. Introduction. Today, it is difficult to imagine learning without the Internet. Almost every student and teacher uses digital technologies every day: from online lectures and searching for information to communicating on social networks or watching videos. Such activity forms a new culture of behavior in the virtual environment - cyberculture. Along with this, there is a need for digital hygiene, because the safe and conscious use of technology directly affects academic success, personal development and even health. The purpose of this work is to reveal the meaning of the concepts of "cyberculture" and "digital hygiene", to show their importance for the educational process, and also to emphasize the role of teachers and students in forming a safe and friendly online space. The concept of cyberculture. Cyberculture is a set of norms and rules that determine how a person behaves in the virtual world. It includes:  observance of ethical norms when communicating on the Internet;  respect for other users;  a responsible attitude to one's own statements and actions;  the ability to cooperate in the digital environment. In fact, cyberculture is a reflection of the usual culture of behavior in virtual space. If in real life it is considered unacceptable to insult a person or spread false rumors, then these rules should also apply on the Internet. This is especially relevant for students, because the university environment involves collective work on projects, participation in forums, and the use of platforms for distance learning. Therefore, the formation of a culture of mutual respect on the Internet helps to build a healthy atmosphere for learning.