Faculty and Staff Training

ET Capstone Assignement

American College of EducationOriginal Contribution.

Internet Safety and Security

Evangeline Parish Technology Professional Development.Safe Practices for Internet Usage: Getting Started.

Presenter:Mr Madaraka MlingoSPED Teacher.

Who is Here?

What is your name and district/parish?What are some of the issues, if any, has the district/parish faced with internet?What issues, has the district/parish faced with emerging technologies and/or cell phone use?How is your district/parish currently addressing internet access and safety?

What is our Agenda?This presentation focus on Internet.You will learn about:Safety SurveyInternet usageSafety IssuesPrivacy and PoliciesPersonal/School Technology SafetyWhat the Curriculum saysOther Important ResourcesEvaluation

Methodogy

Explanation and;Discussion how Internet will be used in this course/department; Share information and experiences on some of the benefits of Internet in the digital age;Talk about the safety and what you can be our input;Learn about States new resource sites;Begin a dialogue and answer questions about creating safe environments for learning.

What is Internet Safety?

Importance of Internet The Internet is an invaluable tool for communication and information.

Internet has changed the way we think.

Internet has changed the way we communicate

E-Rate Federal Program20% to 90% discounts on approved telecommunications, Internet access, and internal connections costs are provided to libraries and schools.Based on the # of students eligible for the Free Lunch Program. Low-income urban communities and rural areas.

Why use Internet?THE INTERNET:- Educates - Entertains - Connects FALSE INFORMATION:Opens homes to the world - Bad people

However, it can also be a dangerous place.

Why focus on Internet Safety?

Computer and Internet Use:93% of youth are online, 94% of parents.68% of parents regulate web content, while 55% limit time on the computer (interesting note: more parents restrict TV viewing than internet content)Time spent using digital media by children aged 13-17 has now surpassed the time they spend watching television

Why focus on Internet Safety?

It is The Law!A school district must incorporate Internet safety into the curriculum.

Internet topics include: proper use, responsible citizenship, predator identification, personal safety, cyber security, and copyright laws

Does it Matter? 45% of children in the United States use Internet.In addition to the useful and educational information available in the internet, a great deal of content exists that is not appropriate.Children could be target of cyberstalking or harassment that includes unwanted contact through the internet that is rude or threatening.Other internet dangers include sexual exploitation and inticement.Children may be involved in criminal activity on the internet.

Is it a problem?

More teens have online profiles, post photos and their personal information on various social networking sites.Many engage in sexting, send, forward or forward sexually suggestive or nude photos through email or text message.There is widespread Cyberbullying among todays teens.

Is there more?

Too much plagiarism from the internet.

Teens are either not familiar or ignorant with the dangers.Most teens are not familiar with the rules and guidelines for downloading content from the internet.

It is not complicated to be safe

Turn and Talk

The Legislation

Acceptable User Policies (AUP)Childrens Internet Protection Act (CIPA)Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)Family Involvement in Technology (FIT)

What Schools Must AddressIntegrate Internet Safety into K-12 curriculum and instruction Define roles and responsibilitiesSafety measures including monitoring and filteringData and network security planAnnually reviewing, evaluating and revising the programProfessional development opportunities for staffOutreach programs to community and stakeholders.

Integrating Internet Safety into Curriculum Content InstructionSchools need to design programs specifically for each grade level.Students need to learn about Internet safety from kindergarten.Students need to acquire new skills.All Instructors need to take responsibility.Model safe and appropriate Internet use.

What Students Need to KnowThe Internet is a powerful tool that should be used wiselyAll Internet information is valid or appropriateLearn how to maximize Internets potential while protecting themselves from potential abuseInternet messages and people are not always what or who they seem to bePredators and Cyberbullies anonymously use the InternetLearn which activities are safe and legal

ResourcesClickys Web World: What 2 Do on the Web (NetSmartzKids)http://www.netsmartzkids.org/activities/clwebworld/clwhat2do.htmSafe Teens (SafeTeens) http://www.safeteens.com/Get Your Web License (PBS KIDS) http://pbskids.org/license/Tips by Teens for Teens(GetNetWise) http://kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/teens

What Instructors Need to KnowStudents Internet use should be tailored to their agesMonitoring is very crucial and a mustEducators need to learn about cyberbullying, recognize signs of bullied students and know what to do about itEducators must know and enforce school policies Teachers should establish and post rules for safetyEducators must keep lines of communication open with parents and students

ResourcesParents & Educators (McGruff) http://www.mcgruff.orgHow To (staysafe.org) http://www.msn.staysafeonline.com/toolbox/how_to/index.htmlCyberbullying (Cyberbullying.org) http://www.cyberbullying.org/Social Networking and Schools (Childnet International) http://www.childnet-int.org/blogsafety/teachers.html

What Parents Need to knowA childs Internet use should be based on age and the familys needs and values.Parents must understand potential Internet dangers and prepare their childrenFamilies should reach agreements about acceptable Internet activity and content.Parents should monitor their children when they go online and the warning signs that something is wrong.Parents should read about and know how to respond to Internet risks.Parents should talk with their children about safety

ResourcesParenting Online (Wired Kids) http://wiredkids.org/resources/documents/pdf/parentingonline.pdf

Internet Safety: Information for Parents (Wired Safety) http://www.wiredsafety.org/parent.html

Online Predators: Help Minimize the Risk (Microsoft) http://www.microsoft.com/protect/family/guidelines/predators.mspx

Cybertipline (National Center for Missing and Exploited Children) http://www.cybertipline.com/

staysafe.org for Parents http://www.msn.staysafeonline.com/parents/default.html

Internet safety requires thought effort!

What to observe for online safety

Be safe and secure

Be Wise

The Internet is an ever increasing part of our lives.

Use it wisely!

Internet Safety

The Internet is an ever increasing part of our lives.

Use it wisely!

Does it pay to be cautious?

Safety

Parents should take care of their children and ensure they are safe.

SafetyDo not answer messages that are from unknown persons.Tell your friends or adults about anything suspicious.Do not send inappropriate messages to others.

What About You?

Its Your Turn

Questions and Opinions

How was the presentation?

References:American Library Association. "Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks: An Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights." http://www.acrl.org/ala/oif/statementspols/statementsif/interpretations/accesstoelectronic.pdf (accessed September 15, 2008). National School Board Association. "Creating & Connecting: Research and Guidelines on Online Social-and Educational-Networking." July 2007. http://www.nsba.org/SecondaryMenu/TLN/CreatingandConnecting.aspx (accessed September 15, 2008).

References:

Public Law 106-554, Sections 1701-1731 (4) [CIPA and NCIPA]. http://ifea.net/cipa.html (accessed September 15, 2008).

Contact Information Madaraka H Mlingo SPED Teacher Basile High School, LA.

Tel: 8036403111 Email: madaraka.mlingo@epsb.com