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B.Y.O.D!Bring your own device and the impact on the
legal construct of the IEP. Jameka M. Johnson, SPE/584, Regina Maldonado
B. Y. O. D.
Bring your own device
(Bring Your Own Device) Refers to employees taking their own personal device to work, whether laptop, smartphone
or tablet, in order to interface to the corporate network.
B.Y.O.D & Schools
BYOD is an idea that is also being incorporated in the classroom. Some devices used by
students include:● laptops
● netbooks● tablets
● cell/smart phones
Legal & Ethical Considerations
● Affordability● Security● Privacy
● Device Content● Plagiarism
BYOD & The IEP
When Bring Your Own Device Policies are considered for implementation for students with disabilities, this information should be included in the Individualized Education Program.
Pros & Cons of BYOD
Pros Cons
● Individualized Learning
● Increased Student Involvement
● Creates opportunities for
collaborative learning
● Creates variety in learning and
assignments
● Can be distracting for some students
● All students may not be able to afford
having and bring their own device
● Requires additional training for
instructors
Plan to Resolve Issues with BYOD
● Have guidelines and/or policies in place for BYOD
● Require parents and students to be aware of policies
● Be consistent in enforcing policy
References ● Anderson, G.H.(2014). Glenda’s Assistive Technology Information and more. Retrieved from
http://atclassroom.blogspot.com/2013/02/image-by-tait-coles-bring-your-own.html● Baylor University. (2014). Ethical Aspects. Retrieved from
http://blogs.baylor.edu/edc5370/social-media-students/ethical-aspects/● Blois, Z. (2013). 4 Student Advantages of Bring Your Own Device Policies. Retrieved from
http://blog.wowzers.com/bid/317403/4-Student-Advantages-of-Bring-Your-Own-Device-BYOD-Policies● Concordia University. (2014). What Is BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) and Why Should Teachers Care?
Retrieved from http://education.cu-portland.edu/blog/tech-ed/what-is-byod-bring-your-own-device-and-why-should-teachers-care/
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● Myers, K. (2013) $ Big Concerns About BYOD In Schools. Retrieved from http://www.edudemic.com/4-big-concerns-about-byod-in-schools/
● Northwest Regional Highschool, Regional School District No. 7. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and Protocol for the use of Technology in Schools. Retrieved from http://www.nwr7.com/Customer-Content/www/CMS/files/Policy_Manual_Files/Policy_6141_328_a__Bring_Your_Own_Device__BYOD__adn_Protocol_for_the_Use_of_Technology_in_the_Schools.pdf
● Ulrich, T. Image retrieved from http://www.securedgenetworks.com/Portals/80068/images/enterprise-mobile-devices-20113.jpg
● Ziff Davis, LLC. PCMag Digital Group. Encyclopedia: Definition of BYOD. Retrieved from http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/63452/byod