COMPUTERS AND RESPONSIBLE USE

How to Use Technology Responsibly in the HKIS Upper Primary School

Technology can help you learn and have fun at school, but you need to use it in a good way. That means following some rules and being respectful to yourself and others online. Here are some things you need to know and do to be a responsible digital citizen at school.

• Before I use any technology at school, my parents and I need to approve a form that says we agree to follow the rules. This form is called the Educational Technology Responsible Use Agreement (RUA).

• I will only use school-approved devices at school for school work and when a teacher or another adult says it’s okay.

• I will only go online or use the internet at school for school work and when a teacher or another adult is with me.

• If I am not sure about something, I can always ask a teacher or another adult for help.

• When working and communicating with others, I will only use the internet, email, iPad, and other devices to be productive, kind, and helpful.

• I will use the internet, email, iPad, and other devices as a tool for learning in a creative and collaborative way that supports my learning goals.

• I will keep my password secret and not try to find out other people’s passwords.

• If I see something online that makes me feel bad, scared, or angry, or that I know is not okay at school, I should:

• Not show it to anyone else.

• Tell a teacher or another adult right away.

• I will protect and not share personal identifying information online at school. Personal identifying information includes:

• My name, address, email address, or phone number.

• I will demonstrate responsibility and care for the technology equipment at school by:

• Handling it gently to avoid breaking it on purpose or by accident.

• Keeping food and drinks away from it.

• Telling a teacher or another adult if something is misplaced, lost or damaged.

You need to follow these rules if you want to use technology at school. If you break these rules, the school will talk to you and your parents about it.

Why These Rules Are Important

These rules are not just for your safety and learning. They also help you develop skills and habits that will make you a better digital citizen. A digital citizen is someone who uses technology in a responsible, respectful, and ethical way.