12/04/2023

Safe and effective use for learning & teaching – post 16 education

Social Networking - Facebook

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Session objectives

» Explore the benefits and address eSafety and eSafeguarding concerns

» Look at how Facebook pages and groups can be used

» Understand privacy settings

» Jisc Legal advice

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So - What is it ?

Facebook is a global social network used by 12.1% of the world’s population. (1)

It’s popularity is defined by the opportunities it gives to its users to communicate, collaborate and share in a way that has never been possible before.

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Ok - so why use it?

» It is fast becoming the preferred method of communication

» It is accessible from any internet enabled device

» It is easy to use

» Learners are familiar with the interface and functionality

» Supports collaborative & creative work practices

» Supports the development of digital literacy skills

» A vehicle for advocating safe and responsible use of internet technologies

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Drawbacks» Learners / staff could be subject to

inappropriate behaviours

» Blurring private / personal both for learners & staff

» Potential for personal information to be compromised

» Additional learning platform to support

» Steeper learning curve for staff

» Perception of high eSafety risk

» Facebook changes to privacy settings / defaults

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Reviewing your privacy settings

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eSafety & FacebookCarry out a risk assessment for Facebook usageEstablish an AUP fro Facebook usageEstablish a clear take down policy

Data Protection & FacebookEnsure staff know about fair and lawful use of personal

dataMake learners aware of DP using Facebook

Ensure learners know how to protect their privacyOffer learner’s alternatives to using Facebook

Copyright & FacebookEstablish a clear policy on copyright ownership at the outsetRaise awareness with staff & learners on the risks of copyright infringement

Accessibility & FacebookMake reasonable adjustments for learners with additional

needsMake staff aware of their accessibility obligations

Promote and aid accessibility throughout your institution

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Useful Links

Facebook for Educators (PDF): http://fbhost.promotw.com/fbpages/img/safety_resources/ffeclg.pdfJISCLegal – Facing up to Facebook:http://jiscleg.al/FacinguptoFacebookFacebook Safety:https://www.facebook.com/safety/Pages and Groups:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wellington-College-History-Department/483441971728348https://www.facebook.com/ubcgeography?fref=tshttps://www.facebook.com/mrfordsclasslearning?fref=ts