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Computer Lab Rules,: Technology Ethics

This document outlines the rules and guidelines for computer and internet usage in a school computer lab. It discusses proper conduct, respecting others' property, not changing computer settings or installing unauthorized software. It also covers copyright laws and avoiding plagiarism online. Internet safety tips are provided such as not sharing personal information or meeting strangers met online.

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Computer Lab Rules,: Technology Ethics

This document outlines the rules and guidelines for computer and internet usage in a school computer lab. It discusses proper conduct, respecting others' property, not changing computer settings or installing unauthorized software. It also covers copyright laws and avoiding plagiarism online. Internet safety tips are provided such as not sharing personal information or meeting strangers met online.

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COMPUTER LAB RULES,

TECHNOLOGY ETHICS

&

INTERNET SAFETY
This Computer Classroom/Lab is a valuable
tool for learning computer skills..

While in the classroom/lab, students will:

• Follow appropriate code of conduct.


• Practice safe Internet use.
Section 1

Rules of the
Classroom
Store your books
and personal
items on the
shelves provided
as you come into
the lab.
There is not
enough space
next to the
computers for
these materials.
No food or drink is allowed
in the computer lab.
Use good manners.
Be polite.
Have respect for the property of others.
Be honest – do your own work.
Students are NOT permitted to:

• Change the desktop in any way.


• Change the screensaver.
• Delete, move, or rename any files.
• Install software downloaded from the Internet or
any other source. (NO OUTSIDE DISKS ARE
ALLOWED!!)
• Play personal CDs.
• Open or access personal email accounts.
• Install or open chat programs such as Instant
Messenger.
• Use of any computer games without teacher
permission.
This Computer Lab is a Classroom.
You are here to work and learn the proper use of
the computer and its applications.
You are not here to “play”.
You are not to go on the Internet without permission!
If you use the computer for any purpose other than your
assignments, it will be considered computer misuse.
Use good posture while sitting at the computer.
•Eyes level with the monitor
•Shoulders down, arms relaxed
•Feet flat on the floor
•Back supported
Section 2

Technology Ethics
HACKING
Unauthorized use of hardware or software can be
considered to be “hacking”. This is a violation of the
Gary Community School Corporation
Discipline Policy:
Class 2 Offense: When hacking does not cause
damage to equipment and/or data.
Class 3 Offense: When hacking causes damage to
equipment and/or data.
“Definition: the exclusive legal right to reproduce,
publish, and sell the matter and form (as of a literary,
musical, or artistic work)”
© Merriam-Webster Dictionary
http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary

Almost everything created after March 1, 1989


is protected by copyright. It does not have to
have a copyright notice on it.
Music, movies and
software are
copyrighted.
You buy the right to use
the disc, but you do not
own the product.
It is illegal to copy CDs
if you have not
purchased the license
to do so.
Information, pictures, and music acquired from the
Internet is copyrighted.
Students must cite the source of reference information
and images used in multimedia presentations.

Pictures must have copyright information next to the image:

© Disney
When information is acquired from a website,
the website author and Internet address of the
site must be “cited” in a bibliography, works
cited slide, etc.

Example:
"Mickey Mouse." Britannica Student Encyclopedia.
2003. Encyclopædia Britannica Online.
17 Jun,
2003 <http://search.eb.com/ebi/article?eu=354813>.
Section 3

Internet Safety
Stay Safe While you Surf…
• Never reveal personal information about yourself
(name, address, age, phone number).
• Never give anyone your Social Security number,
credit card numbers, or your parents’ names.
• Never arrange to meet someone face-to-face you
have only met on-line.
• Don’t share photos of yourself with someone you
have only met on-line.
• Don’t share passwords with anyone except your
parents and teachers.
Computer Applications Class is an opportunity
that you should not take for granted.
Following the guidelines presented today will help
you have a successful learning experience.
THE END

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