Everyone has their favorite websites they love to use with their students. There are so many options available out on the Internet these days, and new educational websites are being developed all the time. However, as educators in the world of instant access, we have to be mindful of what and how student information is being used on these websites. As a result, Great Falls Public Schools has developed the guidelines described below for using only District-reviewed and approved websites with students to ensure that we are complying with federal laws such as FERPA, CIPA, and COPPA. Before using a website, first check the GFPS Approved Web 2.0 Tools/Apps/Software list. This list is organized in alphabetical order by website name. Each website on this list has been reviewed for its purpose, age restrictions, parent permission requirements, privacy certifications, and login requirements. In addition, the terms of use and privacy policy have been reviewed to determine:
If a preferred or desired website is not displayed on the list above, then there is a process for submitting that website for approval. Teachers are highly encouraged to read the terms of use and privacy policy of a new website before submitting their request. The Request for Software/App Review asks the teacher to provide information about the website and its intended use. This request form should be used for all applications, to include installed software on desktop computers, websites for any device, and apps or extensions for Chromebooks (and for those schools still using iPads). Once submitted, the technology integration coaches do a preliminary review and make a recommendation to the District Information Technology (IT) Director. The IT Director then does a more extensive review and makes a final decision, which is then emailed to the requesting teacher. If approved, the new site is added to the approved list for others to use as a resource as well. To get to these two resources for approved website use, begin at the District’s website, select Staff and then Technology Resources. Click the tab called Web 2.0 Tools, and with a click, you have access to these resources. Bookmarking the Approved List could also be beneficial for a quick reference when considering a new resource. Your instructional and technology coaches are always available to support your lesson planning with these approved tools to promote a successful experience with technology in the classroom Source: Digital Computer Science. (n.d.) Retrieved November 28, 2017 from https://pixabay.com/en/http-www-digital-computer-science-368146/
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