What are Digital Rights and Responsibilities? Digital Rights and Responsibilities refer to the privileges and behavioral expectations given to technology users.
Why are Digital Rights and Responsibilities important? As a digital citizen, students should be aware of the rights and expectations that are extended to them so that they can use technology safely and responsibly. Students at Cape Henlopen High School have the right to use any of the technology at the high school and to receive assistive accommodations to meet their special needs. They also have student passwords so that they can protect their files and information from others. An important component of digital citizenship is learning internet safety. Students need to be aware of the information they are giving out on the Internet to protect themselves from hackers, scams, and cyber stalkers.
With these rights come certain responsibilities. One of the expectations of students is that they use the Internet ethically by selecting appropriate materials and citing sources. They must also use technology solely for educational and communication purposes, never for cheating or cyber bullying. The high school has an abundance of amazing technology that can enhance the educational experiences of our students. It is up to you to learn your rights and responsibilities before participating in the digital world.
Tips for students: How to use the Internet responsibly:
Think before you post! Remember that anything you write online is public. Be mindful and respectful when posting pictures and comments online. Never write anything that is meant to harm or harass others.
Be aware of the personal information you give out on the Internet. Make sure you are using secure websites and always log out after computer use.
Be careful when picking usernames and passwords. Make them complex to avoid online hackers and always store them in a safe place.
Give credit when credit is due. Always remember to cite resources that are not your own. This includes pictures, videos, websites, blogs, and articles. There are several websites online that can help you to create citations.
While in school, use technology for educational purposes only. Posting on social networking sites or using technology to cheat in any way are disruptive to the educational process and can result in serious consequences.
Acceptable Use Policy One of the best ways to get educated on digital rights and responsibilities is by reading the school's Acceptable Use Policy. The Acceptable Use Policy is a technology protection measure and Internet safety policy created by the Cape Henlopen School Board. The policy is used to ensure that technology is used safely in our schools to promote teaching and learning. The policy outlines the acceptable and unacceptable uses of technology along with consequences of breaking the policy. Both students and parents need to read and sign off on the policy to ensure that they understand the school's expectations for proper technology use.