Friedberg Elementary School Our Technology Policy For 1st Grade

Elizabeth Decker Elementary Education major Presented by Elizabeth Decker Elementary Education major Lindsey Franklin Elementary Education major Stephanie Griffith Elementary Education major Amber McIlroy Elementary Education major

Technology Used Ethically and Appropriately Copyright Laws Defined as: Legal protection of a person’s published work (i.e.—music, books, artwork, internet websites, etc.). Students will identify material that is allowed to be reproduced and that which is not. Students will explain the laws and their consequences. Teachers will abide by copyright laws to set an example.

Technology Used Ethically and Appropriately, Continued… Appropriate Websites Defined as: A legitimate copyrighted website, that is suitable for the age of the student. Students will demonstrate how to properly cite use of computer sources. Students will distinguish the difference between reliable and non-reliable sources.

Equal Opportunity of Computer Access Each student will have the same opportunity as other students regarding computer access. During computer class, each student will have access to their own computer. In the classrooms, there will be one computer for every five students. The computer lab will be open for an hour before and after school for those who do not have access to computers at home. Students who do not have access to a computer at home can go to the local public library to complete their homework.

Technology Resources for Diverse Learners Computer programs in native language Spanish French Others available upon request Auditory-Oral Hearing-Impaired System Sound Field System Personal FM System

Technology Resources for Diverse Learners, Continued… Reading Counts Program – on computer Available for all grades, K-5 All reading levels have a wide variety of RC books for students to read and test on the book Study Island Program – on computer Language Arts Math

Technology Resources for Diverse Learners, Continued… Computer Games – available in all classrooms and computer labs Spelling/Guided Reading Math Science Social Studies

National Standards for Teachers As a teacher, we are responsible for the following: Being prepared to guide the students through the learning process using technology. Providing a newsletter to keep the parents updated. Keeping a self evaluation journal about what technology works and does not work for the students. Keeping good relationships with everyone involved in the learning process.

National Standards for Students As a student, they are responsible for the following: Showing a working understanding of various technology systems. Following citation rules and using technology properly. Collaborating with special tools to produce creative work and enhanced learning. Using various media formats to effectively communicate to many audiences. Collecting data and reporting results using technology. Solving problems and making informed decisions using their knowledge of technology.

State Standards for Students Students will describe how technology affects their society for ethical use. Students will locate technology that is readily available to them and use it properly. Students will demonstrate their understanding by using the technology that they find to research, organize, apply and communicate that information.

Applying Technology Standards Teachers are responsible for : Following the national and state standards for technology. Teaching students the proper use of technology. Making sure students complete their technology assignments. Guiding students to respect other’s work.

Websites You Can Use Parents Equal Access: http://www.equalaccess.org North Carolina State Standards: http://www.dpi.state.nc.us/curriculum National Technology Standards: http://cnets.iste.org

Websites You Can Use Students Forsyth County Public Library http://www.co.forsyth.nc.us/library/default/aspx Computers for Kids http://www.saveonfoods.com/1/kidszone/ computers/computers.htm