7540 Computer Technology Network, and Internet Acceptable Use and Safety
7540 - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY AND NETWORKS
The District Administrator is responsible for managing the Board of Education's technology system and making arrangements for any networks that may be used to enhance the educational program and/or operations of the District.
S/He also is responsible for implementing the guidelines established for program development (AG 2210A through, AG 2252), the selection of materials and equipment (AG 2520A), and verifying that the District's purchasing guidelines (AG 6320A) are followed. In addition, the District Administrator shall verify that each staff member and student who will have access to Board technology and any networks completes the appropriate agreement Form 7540.04 F1 or Form 7540.03 F1.
All tentative agreements with networks or technology agencies are to be submitted to the District Administrator for review and approval.
Staff members and/or students are to be provided the following information concerning the use of the Internet:
The District Administrator is responsible for managing the Board of Education's technology system and making arrangements for any networks that may be used to enhance the educational program and/or operations of the District.
S/He also is responsible for implementing the guidelines established for program development (AG 2210A through, AG 2252), the selection of materials and equipment (AG 2520A), and verifying that the District's purchasing guidelines (AG 6320A) are followed. In addition, the District Administrator shall verify that each staff member and student who will have access to Board technology and any networks completes the appropriate agreement Form 7540.04 F1 or Form 7540.03 F1.
All tentative agreements with networks or technology agencies are to be submitted to the District Administrator for review and approval.
Staff members and/or students are to be provided the following information concerning the use of the Internet:
A. Use of the Internet is to be related to one or more courses of study and is not to be used by staff or students for discriminatory or unlawful purposes. All student use is to be supervised by a staff member or approved volunteer who has signed the Staff Network and Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Agreement Form 7540.04 F1.
B. Because of the vast amount of information that can be retrieved from the Internet teachers are responsible for training students to use proper research skills when retrieving information. It is inappropriate, costly, and a waste of valuable instructional time for staff and/or students to download large quantities of information that has not been checked ahead of time for accuracy, relevancy, and probable usage. It may be helpful, therefore, for teachers to conduct some controlled exercises with students on how to differentiate between web sites that are "attractive but superficial or irrelevant "from those that are "attractive, substantive, and relevant."
C. Staff members need to have back-up plans or contingency procedures in place for times when the Internet may not be accessible. Since the Internet is primarily a data-gathering mechanism, alternative sources for needed data should be available so that students can accomplish the purpose of the instruction within the established time period.
D. The Student and Staff Network and Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Agreements, Form 7540.03 F1 and Form 7540.04 F1, that students and staff members must sign prohibits the use of the Internet for illegal, unethical, or harassing purposes or to obtain information that could be considered obscene, pornographic, or unsuitable for children. If a question of interpretation arises concerning the definition of these terms, the District Administrator shall have the authority to determine whether the web site is appropriate or the use is permissible. Prior to accessing or allowing access to information that the staff member is unsure about, s/he should consult with District Administrator.
This information can be provided through written guidelines, professional development seminars, faculty and student meetings, and introductory remarks at the beginning of a course in which the Internet may be used.
© Neola 2011
B. Because of the vast amount of information that can be retrieved from the Internet teachers are responsible for training students to use proper research skills when retrieving information. It is inappropriate, costly, and a waste of valuable instructional time for staff and/or students to download large quantities of information that has not been checked ahead of time for accuracy, relevancy, and probable usage. It may be helpful, therefore, for teachers to conduct some controlled exercises with students on how to differentiate between web sites that are "attractive but superficial or irrelevant "from those that are "attractive, substantive, and relevant."
C. Staff members need to have back-up plans or contingency procedures in place for times when the Internet may not be accessible. Since the Internet is primarily a data-gathering mechanism, alternative sources for needed data should be available so that students can accomplish the purpose of the instruction within the established time period.
D. The Student and Staff Network and Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Agreements, Form 7540.03 F1 and Form 7540.04 F1, that students and staff members must sign prohibits the use of the Internet for illegal, unethical, or harassing purposes or to obtain information that could be considered obscene, pornographic, or unsuitable for children. If a question of interpretation arises concerning the definition of these terms, the District Administrator shall have the authority to determine whether the web site is appropriate or the use is permissible. Prior to accessing or allowing access to information that the staff member is unsure about, s/he should consult with District Administrator.
This information can be provided through written guidelines, professional development seminars, faculty and student meetings, and introductory remarks at the beginning of a course in which the Internet may be used.
© Neola 2011
7540 - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY NETWORK, AND INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE AND SAFETY
The Board of Education is committed to the effective use of technology to both enhance the quality of student learning and the efficiency of District operations. However, the use of the District’s network and technology resources by students is a privilege not a right.
Further, safeguards shall be established so that the Board's investment in both hardware and software achieves the benefits of technology and inhibits negative side effects. Accordingly, students shall be educated about appropriate online behavior including, but not limited to, using social media to interact with others online; interacting with other individuals in chat rooms or on blogs; and, recognizing what constitutes cyberbullying, understanding cyberbullying is a violation of District policy, and learning appropriate responses if they are victims of cyberbullying.
Social media shall be defined as internet-based applications (such as Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, etc.) that turn communication into interactive dialogue between users. The Board authorizes the instructional staff to access social media from the District’s network, provided such access has an educational purpose for which the instructional staff member has the prior approval of the District Administrator.
However, personal access and use of social media, blogs, or chat rooms from the District’s network is expressly prohibited and shall subject students and staff members to discipline in accordance with Board policy.
The Board authorizes the access and use of social media from the District’s network to increase awareness of District programs and activities, as well as to promote achievements of staff and students, provided such access and use is approved in advance by the District Administrator.
© Neola 2010
The Board of Education is committed to the effective use of technology to both enhance the quality of student learning and the efficiency of District operations. However, the use of the District’s network and technology resources by students is a privilege not a right.
Further, safeguards shall be established so that the Board's investment in both hardware and software achieves the benefits of technology and inhibits negative side effects. Accordingly, students shall be educated about appropriate online behavior including, but not limited to, using social media to interact with others online; interacting with other individuals in chat rooms or on blogs; and, recognizing what constitutes cyberbullying, understanding cyberbullying is a violation of District policy, and learning appropriate responses if they are victims of cyberbullying.
Social media shall be defined as internet-based applications (such as Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, etc.) that turn communication into interactive dialogue between users. The Board authorizes the instructional staff to access social media from the District’s network, provided such access has an educational purpose for which the instructional staff member has the prior approval of the District Administrator.
However, personal access and use of social media, blogs, or chat rooms from the District’s network is expressly prohibited and shall subject students and staff members to discipline in accordance with Board policy.
The Board authorizes the access and use of social media from the District’s network to increase awareness of District programs and activities, as well as to promote achievements of staff and students, provided such access and use is approved in advance by the District Administrator.
© Neola 2010