COMPUTERS

TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT

In Faraday School computer technology is used as a tool in each curriculum area.  Each class has a networked computer in the classroom and assigned time in the computer lab in order for the students to use computers for word processing, research, creation of presentations and reports and for practice with Language Arts and Math skills.  Each classroom teacher determines the projects to be done using computers and the skills to be practised.  Linda March is in the lab 2 days per school cycle to assist the teachers and students in using computer technology.

THE INTERNET

We are continuing the process of introducing our students at Faraday to the use of the Internet and E-mail.  There are many exciting educational opportunities that can be explored using this technology.
Students will be guided to develop proficient Internet skills as well as to become responsible Internet users.  Through the Internet, our students will:
bulletLearn to access up to date information on subjects covered  in their classrooms
bulletUse the information to do research projects, reports and  and presentations
  At Faraday, we see keeping the Internet safe for students as a responsibility shared with home and school.  Our goal is to teach our students to use the Internet wisely and responsibly.  Our school division subscribes to an Internet filtering system to help eliminate opportunities to access inappropriate material found on the Internet.  In addition, our teaching staff will be training students in the responsible use of the Internet, using the following set of Internet Use Guidelines.  Please note that there is no cost to the student and it is not necessary to have a computer in your home.

In most cases, teachers use designated Internet sites in their lessons.  These are book marked for the students and the students are instructed to stay within those sites.  We have made it a general rule in the computer lab that sites promoting violence may not be accessed.

In addition, Grade 5 & 6 students will be given instruction in the use of e-mail, using an account provided by the Winnipeg School Division.  They will be asked to use this account only with Faraday School teachers and their fellow students.  If parents have an email account and have provided the address to their children, students may also email their parents.  Students will not be allowed to contact strangers or anyone beyond the school and their own family.

Internet User Guidelines

While using the Internet at school, students will:
1. Not reveal personal information about themselves and others
2. Use their best judgment at all times
3. Follow the rules established by the classroom and computer teachers
4. Be responsible for their access to the Internet
5. Respect the rights and privacy of others
6. Exit immediately from any inappropriate sites
7. Not attempt to gain access to unauthorized systems, programs or computer equipment
8. Use appropriate language and content
9. Respect copyright and credit sources in their work.

Consequence of Inappropriate Internet Use

 If a student is found violating any of the guidelines, his or her Internet privileges will be suspended for a length of time to be determined by the school.
 

 Manitoba Education recommends that all students be given the opportunity to access the Internet and develop telecommunication skills. At Faraday, we see the Internet as one of many tools we use to prepare our students as lifelong learners.  
 

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This page updated October 2008