The amount of schools using the Internet and cyber space for educational purposes is ever expanding. There is vast advantages to this process. Children love an audience and get a thrill from having their work published. The enthusiasm and motivation that comes with this is an extremely important aspect to excite the children about learning and engaging with others. There is also an advantage point for parents, as they can see evidence of their children's work and progress throughout the weeks.
In regards to photos of children on a school website, the relevant permission of a parent or guardian is a necessity. After researching the web for information, I came across a consent form that must be completed by parents.
I agree that my son/daughter's work may be electronically published. I also agree that appropriate images and video that include my son/daughter may be published subject to the school rule that photographs will not be accompanied by pupil names.
www.sgfl.org.uk/E-safety/responsibilities/examples
Schools may have particular rules which they like to follow, for example all pupils must have all garments of uniform present i.e. school jumper or blazer.
As mentioned above, there are disadvantages. However, in my opinion, the advantages exceeds the disadvantages. As our world is evolving at a massive pace, it is essential that our children are well equipped with the skills and knowledge that's necessary to survive in a world of technology. ICT brings excitement and fun to every subject across the curriculum. I ask the question who would not like to attend school where learning is practical and fun?
However, it is vitally important that children working on the Internet is protected from hostile individuals or predators. It is the duty of the school and it's staff to ensure the safety of every child. The virtual world should be treated no different to other safety factors within the school. Pupils should be well aware of the ground rules. Teachers should be clear about the rules and replications that follow if these are broken. Staff play a vital role in supervising, planning access, setting a good example while at the same time educating pupils to take a responsible approach and use of regulations must be judged carefully. I found the following link extremely helpful.
Understandably, parents share a vast amount of concerns regarding their children possessing an identity on the Web. Therefore, children must have permission from their parents or guardians before they can access the Internet. The school should provide parents with extensive information about the Internet programme before it commences. There are also many websites packed with relevant information. For the child's own safety, parents will be informed of any breach of e-safety rules.
In regards to photos of children on a school website, the relevant permission of a parent or guardian is a necessity. After researching the web for information, I came across a consent form that must be completed by parents.
I agree that my son/daughter's work may be electronically published. I also agree that appropriate images and video that include my son/daughter may be published subject to the school rule that photographs will not be accompanied by pupil names.
www.sgfl.org.uk/E-safety/responsibilities/examples
Schools may have particular rules which they like to follow, for example all pupils must have all garments of uniform present i.e. school jumper or blazer.
As mentioned above, there are disadvantages. However, in my opinion, the advantages exceeds the disadvantages. As our world is evolving at a massive pace, it is essential that our children are well equipped with the skills and knowledge that's necessary to survive in a world of technology. ICT brings excitement and fun to every subject across the curriculum. I ask the question who would not like to attend school where learning is practical and fun?
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