Technology in the ClassroomAcceptable Use Policy

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Classroom RulesBritton Avery

Ed 2323: Intro to Computer Technology

Acceptable Use Policies

O Acceptable Use Policy: (AUP) clearly

states what is and is not acceptable

behavior. It also lists the consequences

of unacceptable actions.

O This PowerPoint is an AUP.

O Failure to comply with any of the

technology rules will result in the loss of

all technology privileges.

Computer Rules for the Classroom

1. Students will behave in an appropriate manner when using technology

at all times.

2. Students will maintain privacy when working on assignments using

technology.

3. Students will use resources that are educational and approved at all

times.

4. Students will practice ethical behavior when using technology.

5. Students will share hands-on time when working in groups, or

individually, while using technology.

6. Students will incorporate their lessons with their use of technology.

7. Students will participate in surveys and tests that are based on their

abilities regarding technology.

8. Students will be courteous and helpful to each other while using

technology.

9. Students will abide by the rules or risk losing technology usage rights.

10. The educator will thoroughly educate students in the proper and

effective use of technology in the classroom.

Appropriate Behavior

O No profanities. They should not be

typed, said or searched for.

O No bullying (cyber or otherwise). This

behavior will not be tolerated.

O No access to unapproved sites. Any

site that is not approved must be

reviewed before access is granted.

O Ask permission if unsure of any site’s

validation or appropriateness.

Privacy

O Passwords are private. Do not share

your password or allow others to login

to your accounts without permission.

O Homework is personal. Do not let

others copy your work, that is

cheating.

O Do not give out your personal

information over the internet. It is

dangerous and irresponsible.

Educational Resources

O Websites that provide supporting

research for an assignment.

O Continued learning sites are allowed.

This includes sites with educational

games to be used during down time or

breaks.

O NO WIKIPEDIA. It is an unreliable source

due to the many contributors.

O Ask questions when unable to find a

supporting site to use for research.

Share Technology

O The computers are to be used equally

by all students.

O Those who cannot or will not share will

be removed from the computers.

O If working in groups, everyone should

control the device at some point

during the assignment.

O If working individually, timers will be

used to assure equal usage.

Incorporating Lessons

O Information and materials covered in

lessons will be the priority when using

computers.

O If no assignments are being done on

computers, students with classwork

can request the removal of those

using technology recreationally.

O Computer disputes will be addressed

by the educator and consequences

will be decided then.

Surveys and Tests

O Computer literacy is an important

factor in technology usage. Students

will be tested on their comprehension

to assist with beneficial usage.

O Surveys for improvement of usage will

be taken and advice will be taken

under consideration when planning

technology use.

O Surveys and tests are required for

computer use privileges.

Courteous and Helpful

O Students will assist each other in any

way they are able when asked.

O Inappropriate attitudes will result in

immediate removal from computers.

O This does not mean someone else can

do the work for another student.

O If an easier method of doing

something is found, please share with

the class.

Follow the Rules

O If the rules are not followed the

privileges will be revoked.

O If someone is breaking a rule an

anonymous report can be submitted

to the drop box file on the desktop.

O Complaints about a computer

program or website can also be

submitted to the drop box file.

Educator Responsibility

O As your teacher, I will do my best to

provide you with the means necessary

to use technology successfully.

O I will be open and receptive to new

methods and ideas.

O I will do my best to keep ahead of

technological advances in order to

assist students with the new uses they

will face in the future.

Approved Websites

1. multiplication.com

2. abcya.com

3. kids.nationalgeographic.com

4. kids.gov

5. freetypinggame.net

6. studyjams.scholastic.com

7. readwritethink.org

8. magneticpoetry.com

Uses for Approved Sites

1. To work on math skills and multiplication.

2. There are many lesson expansions offered on this site.

3. To play geographical games, read articles and do research on social studies projects.

4. Health facts that are student oriented.

5. To improve typing skills for computer use.

6. Fun learning games that help increase understanding of lessons.

7. Compare and contrast writing practice.

8. Freeform poetry writing for fun.

Netiquette

O Refers to the proper use of email.

O All emails should include the following:

O subject,

O Introduction

O Salutation

O Clear message

O Good grammar

O Clearly titled attachments (if any)

O Inappropriate emails may not be read or

may be deleted.

References

O Cennamo, K. S., J. D. Ross, and P. A.

Ertmer. Technology Integration for

Meaningful Classroom Use. Belmont,

CA: 2010. Print.