POE Question 5

Question 5

Digital Rights and Responsibilities.

Digital Rights and Responsibilities

1.       The site which my answer will be based on can be viewed via the following link:

https://it.brown.edu/computing-policies/acceptable-use-policy#21

2.       The following list sets out a few rights and responsibilities in relation to AUP (Brown University, 2015) (Institute of International Education, 2015) (Institute of International Education, 2015).

a)      You will only have access to computers that you have authorization over

b)      You may not attempt to copy or assume another users’ password to gain access to their account

c)       You are responsible for all resources allocated to you which include hardware and software

d)      One is expected to adhere to agreements that are set out by third parties in connection to resources

e)      You should be responsible for protecting your credentials in order to limit unauthorized access

f)       Do not try access restricted portions of the network without permission

g)      You are to adhere to policies and guidelines set out by the university/college at all times

• WITHIN their AUP, it explains all the information necessary for users of their network i.e. the students. The webpage starts off by out lining the importance of the AUP under the heading of “Purpose of the AUP” (Brown University, 2015). It then moves on to explain the “Scope of the Policy” which means that it outlines all the resources allocated to you and what your responsibility is in relation to Brown University. The next section covered is the “Policy” itself (Brown University, 2015). There are a number of subsections that link back the policy in which it explains what the policy will cover (Brown University, 2015). It also includes the penalties that may occur if one does not adhere to the AUP (Brown University, 2015).

        From the first day of the school year, students are instructed to follow the classroom and school rules. Students learn the expectations of responsible behavior in the classroom, the hallway, the bathroom, the cafeteria, the playground, the bus and so forth. Teachers help the students learn the rules through role play, assemblies, and class discussions. Positive behavior support rewards those students acting as responsible students throughout the school day. At home, parents establish rules and expectations for student behavior. Just as it is important to establish these rules and expectations for the school and the home, it is imperative that parents and educators establish similar rules and expectations for responsible behavior in the digital world. Students need guidelines and boundaries and are often successful when they know and understand the expectations. Educators and parents must model appropriate use of technology at home and at school. They must teach students about responsible use of technology. Through effective modeling and teaching, the students can successfully and safely participate in today's digital society.

        As stated within the NETs standard for digital citizenship, students are expected to "advocate and practice safe, legal and responsible use of information and technology" (International Society for Technology in Education, 2007). Digital rights and responsibilities address this component of the standard. Parents and educators need to work together, use available resources, and create opportunities for our students that promote safe, legal and responsible use of technology. As students participate in the digital world, they have to learn about internet safety, the best practices when using information online and the responsibilities that accompany technology use. With access to so many different websites, it is very easy to misuse technology. By teaching our students the best practices for technology use and the consequences for misuse, we can prepare them to make informed decisions as they collaborate, communicate and participate in the digital world.

 

        Digital Rights and Responsibilities are the "privileges and freedom extended to all digital technology users, and the behavioral expectations that come with them" (Ribble & Bailey, 2007). In other words, your students have the privilege and freedom to engage in technology use during school as well as at home. However, there are expectations that accompany the privileges and freedom to use technology. Students must act responsibly as they participate in the digital world.

     

   Many schools and/or school boards have adopted Acceptable Use Policies (AUP's) as a way to inform parents, students and educators about the rules, consequences, and expectations for technology use within the school setting. The following resource is a pamphlet created to enlighten parents about the critical components of the AUP. Use this pamphlet to further your understanding of the expectations for technology use within the classroom. In addition, feel free to use this pamphlet as a guide in helping develop an AUP at your child's school or implement these guidelines at home as your children use technology. The other resources listed below can be used to teach students about internet safety and digital rights.