7540 - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY AND NETWORKS
Technology Resources shall be responsible for the management of the Corporation's technology system and for making the arrangements for any networks which may be used to enhance the educational program and/or operations of the Corporation.
It is essential that staff members and students be provided the following information concerning the use of the Internet. This can be done through written guidelines, professional development seminars, faculty and student meetings, and introductory remarks at the beginning of a course in which the Internet may be used.
Use of the Internet is to be related to one or more courses of study and is not to be used by staff or students for discriminatory or unlawful purposes.
Student personal data such as name, address, or other identifying data including pictures, shall not be disseminated across the Internet without prior written parental consent.
Because of the vast amount of information that can be retrieved from the world-wide network, teachers are responsible for training students to use proper research skills when retrieving information.
Staff members need to have back-up plans or contingency procedures in place for times when the Internet may not be accessible.
The use of the Internet for unethical purposes or to obtain information that could be considered obscene, pornographic, or unsuitable for children is expressly prohibited. If a question of interpretation arises concerning the definition of these terms, the building principal shall have the authority to determine whether the web site is appropriate.