At basic level, individuals remember and implement simple tasks with guidance as needed.

• Recognise differences in verbal and non-verbal behaviour in digital and non-digital environments, and that there are cultural and contextual differences in verbal and non-verbal digital communication.
• Acknowledge the importance of giving space to the opinions of others in digital environments.
• Recognise that some behaviour in digital environments may not be acceptable to others, and/or may have legal consequences.
• Use appropriate tone and visual expression such as emoji in formal and non-formal digital environments.

At intermediate level, individuals identify and implement well-defined tasks and solve well-defined problems autonomously.

• Describe the relationship between digital behaviour and digital reputation.
• Prioritise behaviour that supports inclusion and a positive digital reputation for oneself and others.
• Identify key rights and responsibilities of children and adults in relation to digital behaviour.

At advanced level, individuals assess and apply solutions to a variety of complex tasks autonomously and adapt to a variety of contexts to evaluate and execute tasks appropriately, guiding others if and as required.

• Respond with effective and respectful communication and behaviour to difficult or complex situations in digital environments.
• Distinguish between ethical, legal and illegal behaviours in digital environments, recognising that these distinctions may be complex.
• Analyse patterns of abuse of specific groups in digital environments and their potential impacts, and describe ways in which they can be reported and tackled.
• Promote and support inclusive and respectful behaviour in digital environments.
• Support others to develop their capacities for inclusive and respectful behaviour in digital environments.

At highly advanced level, individuals assess, evaluate and resolve highly complex or specialised problems to create new solutions or adapt existing ones, leading and guiding others if and as required.

• Stay informed about developments in policies and legislation relating to behaviour in digital environments.
• Assist others to understand key rights and responsibilities under policies or legislation relating to digital behaviour in a given context.
• Lead or contribute to digital behaviour policies or initiatives.