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This document outlines the rules and ethics for using the computer lab at Challenger school. It discusses 12 topics: 1) expectations for productive use of the lab; 2) storing personal items away; 3) working on assignments only, not games; 4) no food/drink in the lab; 5) proper posture; 6) following regular classroom rules; 7) consequences for rule violations; 8) etiquette and respecting others' property; 9) copyright laws; 10) hacking policies; 11) internet safety tips; and 12) concluding remarks. Students who break the rules may be removed from class, given in-house suspension, or lose computer privileges depending on the offense. Proper computer and internet use is

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Computer Lab Rules and Ethics Concept Outline

This document outlines the rules and ethics for using the computer lab at Challenger school. It discusses 12 topics: 1) expectations for productive use of the lab; 2) storing personal items away; 3) working on assignments only, not games; 4) no food/drink in the lab; 5) proper posture; 6) following regular classroom rules; 7) consequences for rule violations; 8) etiquette and respecting others' property; 9) copyright laws; 10) hacking policies; 11) internet safety tips; and 12) concluding remarks. Students who break the rules may be removed from class, given in-house suspension, or lose computer privileges depending on the offense. Proper computer and internet use is

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Computer Lab Rules and Ethics – Concept Outline

I. You will do much in the labs during your years at Challenger. In order that that
those years be productive
– You will learn the rules of conduct expected for the lab.
– You will know what the consequences of misbehavior are.
– You will learn about the ethics of software usage.
– You will learn to use the Internet safely.

II. Put all books and personal items on the shelves by the door when you come in
the lab.
– There’s not enough room at the computers for any personal material
except your paper and pencil.

III. You must be working on your project at all times. You are not allowed to be in
here to “play” on the computers, there is work to be done.
Students may not
• Change the desktop in any way.
• Change the screensaver.
• Delete, move, or rename any files.
• Install any software downloaded from the Internet or any other source.
• Open personal e-mail accounts.
• Install or open chat programs such as Instant Messenger.
• Use computer games such as Solitaire, Minesweeper, etc. without permission
from the teacher.
While it is possible to have fun, if you are caught not working on the the
assignment, it will be considered computer misuse.

IV. There is no food, drink, or candy allowed in the lab please enter the lab with
clean hands.
Treat the computer with respect:
Hands off the monitor
Gentle use of the keyboard and mouse (Leave it on the pad, please)
Take care when handling media.

V. Use good posture while sitting at the computer (eyes level with the monitor,
shoulders down, arms relaxed, feet flat on the floor, back supported).

VI. Obey all regular classroom rules. Policies & Procedures of your regular
classroom teacher are in effect here just like the classroom. Do your own work;
don’t disturb your neighbors.

VII. What happens when the rules are broken?


• 1st offense:
Student is removed from computer for the remainder of class period and will write
an explanation of misconduct or misuse. Student will be responsible for repair or
replacement.
• 2nd offense:
Student is sent to In-House Suspension for remainder of class period. It is up to
the classroom teacher’s discretion if the student can make up missed work.
Student will be responsible for repair or replacement.
• 3rd offense:
Student has no more computer lab privileges. Student will be responsible for
repair or replacement.

VIII. Etiquette means manners: be polite, have respect for other’s property just like
they should have for yours. Be honest--do your own work.

IX. Copyright Laws


• Fair use clause for education.
• Difference between classroom use and published work.
• Copying software.
• Citing electronic sources.

X. Hacking: unauthorized use of school computer hardware or software.


Pagadian City Nat’l. Comprehensive High Schools Discipline Policy –
Class 2 Offense: without causing damage
Class 3 Offense: causing damage

XI. Internet Safety


• Never reveal personal information (name, address, age, phone number)
• Never give anyone your Social Security number, credit card numbers, your
parents’ name(s)
• Never arrange to meet someone face-to-face you have met on-line
• Don’t share photos of yourself with someone you only know on-line
• Don’t share passwords with anyone except your parents and teachers

XII. Concluding Remarks

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