Topics AUP, Online Safety, and Permission By: Amy Mahon, Amy Lawrence, And Melissa Rafetto By: Amy Mahon, Amy Lawrence, And Melissa Rafetto

Topics Topics of Discussion Computer Skills Expectations Acceptable Use Policies Internet Signatures and Permission Child Online Privacy Protection Act Student Info. And Photo Permission Bookmarked Links For More Info.

Topics Computer Skills This year your students will be expected to: –Demonstrate safe and responsible Internet use including protection of personal information –Understand ethical aspects of the privilege of Internet use –Use online tools to navigate and evaluate web sites for content and usefulness –Conduct research and find information relating to subject areas studied in the classroom –Learn proper communication for using , discussion forums, surveys, etc. –Recognize consequences of misconduct

Topics What is an AUP? The Acceptable Use Policy(AUP) is a description of school ’ s instructional philosophies regarding Internet access in the school system. It is a set of clear guidelines and code of conduct regarding behavior while using the Internet including the responsibilities of students, parents, and teachers. The AUP is designed to promote student safety and privacy while on the Web.

Topics Signatures and Permission It is important for a parent or guardian to be aware of the extent of their child ’ s access to the Internet while at school. A parent signature indicates permission for their child to use the Internet under the guidelines set by the school system. A student who signs the AUP accepts the responsibility of appropriate use.

Topics COPPA The Children ’ s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires web site operators to receive permission from parents or teachers before obtaining private information from any child under the age of 13 years. When teachers receive parent permission of Internet use, the teacher is given the right to act as a parent while on the Internet at school.

Topics Information/Photo Permission Photos, student work, and any relevant information may be published on the Web for parent viewing. However, it is the decision of a parent or guardian as to how much information about his/her child is posted. View the permission form for specifics

Topics For Additional Information … For more information regarding the topics discussed, please visit the following links to my online bookmarks: –What are the risks?What are the risks? –AUPsAUPs –COPPACOPPA –Permission FormsPermission Forms