Teachers

Use School Technology Wisely

Acceptable Use Policy

Check if your employer has an Acceptable Use Policy for using technology. Your district likely has separate policies for students and employees. The Acceptable Use Policy should define where, when, and how long employees may use computers and network services.

Be Prudent About Content

Don't access, accept, or transmit anything that can be interpreted as obscene or pornographic. Review the Acceptable Use Policy about any other potentially objectionable material.

Non-Commercial Use

School & college networks usually prohibit using their network and computers for commercial purposes, such as promoting a personal business.

Protect Student Information

All confidential student data such as Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), grades, and all other private data must be secured, even on a computer. Establish a password that will limit access to computers you use for confidential material, and do not share your password with others (ask your technology staff for assistance if needed).

Your Public Employer Owns Your Email

Do not send anything you wouldn't want read by your employer, or possibly the public. The school district owns and controls the email system. Even deleted email can be retrieved and used in lawsuits. Do not send any confidential or private email at work.

Monitoring Student Use

You might be held responsible for inappropriate student use of technology. Because it is impossible to supervise student use at all times, check if your district has a "reasonable supervision" standard. If you have any questions about proper use of technology in your district, contact your NDEA UniServ director.