student 1-to-1 netbook program care and use of computers
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Student 1-to-1 Netbook Program
Care and Use of Computers
Central New BrunswickAcademy
How did we get here?
Connections for Learning
Use…
• …only with permission and under supervision of your teacher…
Netbooks…
• …are yours for learning - your name will be placed on the back of it…
• you are responsible for it - you must take care of it and ensure it remains in good condition
Username / Login
• unique to you - all activity on any computer you are logged in to is traceable
• make sure you log out - or others may use the computer and you may be held responsible
Passwords
• unique to you - cannot be changed (8 characters - letters/numbers/symbols)
• do not share - others can access your files or act inappropriately
Use History…
• activity is traceable - all websites visited and other activity is recorded, even at home
• files recoverable - even if you erase files they can be recovered by technicians
Policies & Procedures
Policy 311
• defines standards - appropriate use of technology
• applies to everyone - students, teachers and administrators
Policy 311
• what is appropriate? - use is for learning
• what is covered - Internet, e-mail, networks
Data and Access
• do not alter data that is not yours - hands off others work
• access - use proper accounts to login to network; no hacking
Downloading
• software / music - may contain malware - do not download from P2P sharing sites
• do not add programs - may cause harm to computer or network
• if you need program - your teacher can ask technician to install
• student account - will be issued, access only with teacher permission / direction
• other e-mail - access to web-based email (e.g. hotmail) is not permitted
• SPAM - no mass emailing (e.g. chain letters, etc.)
• access - not during class (except with teacher permission)
Chat
• unprotected chat sites - not appropriate for school
• IM - not for use in school
Social Networking
• no access from school - (e.g. piczo, my space, facebook)
• use for learning? - look for other alternatives (eg. Edmodo)
Storage
• video / music / other large files - there is limited storage space; keep only files useful for learning
• games - do not load on netbook or school computers
Personal Information
• safety is key - keep personal information private
• keep others safe too - do not share pictures or information about others on public sites
Inappropriate material
• do not create, store or share - obscene, pornographic, racist, hate
• mistakes happen - tell teacher if you accidentally access non-school material (protects you)
Bullying…
• it’s simply about respect
Copyright
Copyright
• all property has an owner - (e.g. cars, buildings, land, hockey equipment, etc.)
• intellectual (digital) property - all pictures, video, websites, text, files and other digital content also has an owner
Copyright
• pictures / video - must have permission to use
• creative commons license - some sites allow content creators to give permission for use
Copyright
• text / ideas - must reference; paraphrase
• no copy and paste
Copyright
• software, music - owned by creators
• no burning music or copying games
Care and Use
Netbooks
• labels - name on back only; no stickers
• cleaning - screens and casing using soft, damp cloth - no cleaning solutions except special ones made for computers
Netbooks
• do not lie screen flat
• do not open casing / remove parts
Netbooks
• use on desks only - stable support; not the floor; hallways / traffic areas are very dusty
• plug-in at night – bring to school chanrged, should last whole day
Bags
• transport – netbooks must be in protective bags/sleeves before leaving classroom
• limit contents – netbooks and chargers only; no books or other items
Tech support…
• my computer doesn’t work - tell your teacher, use a spare (if available) until yours is returned
• if damage is intentional - we will talk to you, parent; you may be responsible for repairs
Acceptable Use Policy
Computer Use Agreement
• must be signed by all students - you agree to follow acceptable use policies
• your parents sign too - they must agree to support school in guiding your use of technology
Questions?