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Transcript of Nashwaaksis Middle School Student Laptop Program Care and Use of Computers.
Nashwaaksis Middle School
Student Laptop Program
Care and Use of Computers
Nashwaaksis Middle School
How did we get here?
History
Fall, 2003 - Department of Education announced new Student Laptop Initiative
Spring, 2004 - Nasis was announced as one of three pilot laptop schools in New Brunswick
History
Fall, 2004 - Two Grade 7 classes (60 students) begin new laptop classes
Fall, 2005 - Two new Grade 7 classes (60 students) join existing students - now 120 laptop students at NMS
History
Fall, 2006 - All grade 7 & 8 students at Nasis receive computers - over 560 laptops! (0ver 3000 students laptops province-wide in 28 schools)
Fall, 2007 -Laptop program continues!
Students With Laptops
Use…
…only with permission and under supervision of your teacher…
Laptops…
…are yours for school - your name will be placed on the bottom 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
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 virus’ / malware - do not download
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
Storage
video / music / other large files - there is limited storage space; keep only files useful for learning
games - do not load on 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
Laptops
labels - name on bottom only; no stickers
cleaning - screens and casing using soft, damp cloth - no cleaning solutions except special ones made for computers
Laptops
do not lie screen flat
do not open casing / remove parts
Laptops
use on desks only - stable support; no “laps” or floors; hallways / traffic areas are very dusty
plug-in at night - return to nests when not in use
Bags
transport - computers must be in bags before leaving classroom
limit contents - laptops and pencil cases only; no books
Tech support…
my computer doesn’t work - tell your teacher, use a spare 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?