The first hemisphere of the digi-mindset, “germane,” questions whether digital content being accessed is relevant or “fit for purpose.”
The germane hemisphere includes the categories: usage (for learning, for regulation, for leisure), screentime, and format (communication, video/audio streaming, informational, and gaming/social media).
Principle 1 - Usage
Principle 2 - Screentime
Principle 3 - Format
The second hemisphere of the digi-mindset, “mindful,” questions whether digital content being accessed supports positive digital habits. "Mindful" is an "in-the-moment" awareness of digital habits.
The mindful hemisphere includes the categories modelled behaviour (for self, for others, for community), wellness, and identity (safety, supported risk-taking, cyber-friendship, and citizenship).
Principle 4 - Modelled behaviour
Principle 5 - Wellness
Principle 6 - Identity