Info Literacy

Internet Safety

Ethical Use

Resource Name

Description

SETDA

(district or school wide resource)   

http://setda.org/web/guest/toolkit2007/medialiteracy

The goal of this tool is to provide strategies and free materials that stakeholders can use to promote a systemic approach to developing fluency for all students in all aspects of media including traditional literacy, technology, ICT, and media literacy education.

Each year, SETDA utilizes a collaborative process between its membership and the corporate community to determine areas of interest. As a result of this process, SETDA developed the The Changing Media Landscape: Promoting a Systemic Approach to ICT & Media Fluency toolkit to help SETDA members and other stakeholders promote systemic teaching approaches relating to literacy.

Big 6

(district, school or teacher resource)

http://www.big6.com/

Developed by Mike Eisenberg and Bob Berkowitz, the Big6 is the most widely known and widely used approach to teaching information and technology skills in the world. Used in thousands of K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and corporate and adult training programs, the Big6 information problem-solving model is applicable whenever people need and use information. The Big6 integrates information search and use skills along with technology tools in a systematic process to find, use, apply, and evaluate information for specific needs and tasks.

EdTechLocator

(district or school wide resource)

http://www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=110

The EdTech Locator and its related materials are designed to help you evaluate where you stand in the technology-integration continuum. The materials can help you Identify key points along the way towards reaching a target level of technology integration, and map a course for further integration. Unique versions of the Locator were created specifically for Teachers, Administrators, Technology Coordinators, and Professional Development Coordinators.  Each version is tailored to the specific responsibilities of that role.

http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide/eval.html

With the advent of the World Wide Web and the huge amount of information that is contained there, students need to be able to critically evaluate a Web page for authenticity, applicability, authorship, bias, and usability. The ability to critically evaluate information is an important skill in this information age.

To help you get started with this process with your students, I have designed a series of evaluation surveys, one each at the elementary, middle, and secondary school levels. The elementary, middle, and secondary surveys have been re-designed and updated in August of 2003. The virtual tour, Weblog, and teacher site evaluations have been added since 2005.

November Learning

(district, school or teacher resource)

http://novemberlearning.com/Default.aspx?tabid=160

How many versions of the truth are you looking for? Too often students accept information that looks authentic as the truth and this is one of the dangers of Web site information. Since ANYONE can publish on the Internet, learning how to validate information is an important skill.

One of the most expedient ways to validate a Web site is to look for clues in the Web address or URL. Knowing how to recognize bits of information in the URL can provide information about a site, its publisher and its relationship to other sites. We call this the Grammar of the Internet.

http://www.ctap4.org/cybersafety/

Cybersafety is the safe and responsible use of the Internet and all information and communication technology devices, including mobile phones, digital cameras, and webcams. CTAP Region IV has crafted several resources for download at the right including a classroom poster on Cybersafety funded by AT&T Education, a PowerPoint presentation to accompany the poster, and other workshop handouts. Click on the buttons below for carefully selected and annotated resources in each of the six CyberSafety areas.

Free CTAP IV Cyberbullying Intro CTAP Cyberbullying Intro (PDF).        

Free CTAP IV Powerpoint CTAP IV CyberSafety PowerPoint

NetSmartz

(district, school, teacher or student resource)

http://www.netsmartz.org/netparents.htm

Communication is an effective tool for parents and guardians when helping their children avoid the dangers that exist on the Internet. NetSmartz provides on- and offline learning activities for parents to facilitate discussions with their children and teens about Internet safety. Visit "Parent FAQ" to learn more about how and why parents should use NetSmartz.

iSafe

(district, school, teacher or student resource)

http://www.isafe.org

i-SAFE Inc. is the worldwide leader in Internet safety education. Founded in 1998 and endorsed by the U.S. Congress, i-SAFE is a non-profit foundation dedicated to protecting the online experiences of youth everywhere. i-SAFE incorporates classroom curriculum with dynamic community outreach to empower students, teachers, parents, law enforcement, and concerned adults to make the Internet a safer place. Please join us today in the fight to safeguard our children’s online experience.

Kidsmart

(district, school, teacher or student resource) 

Kidsmart is an award winning practical internet safety programme website for schools, young people, parents, and agencies, produced by the children's internet charity Childnet International. To access resources including l esson plans, leaflets, posters, activity days and interactive games

The internet is a wonderful place, full of endless amounts of information and resources. However, some people have used the internet to promote things we do not want children to be exposed to. Some sites are full of pornography, drug information, and pretty much anything you can think of. Also, criminals have used the interent to locate potential victims. Should your child avoid using the internet? No, but there are things you can do to protect your children. As with everything your children do, you should get familiar with the interent and learn possible dangers.

Fair Use Harbor 

(district or teacher resource)

http://www.stfrancis.edu/cid/copyrightbay/fairuse.htm

This web page represents the authors best attempt to explore "fair use" in the not-for-profit educational setting and present it in an informative and entertaining way. It's meant to be fun.

It is our hope that, by the time you are through browsing this website:

• You, as a teacher, will be able to apply fair use practices to the classroom or to non-traditional settings.

• You, as a teacher, will also be able to identify copyright practices that are questionable so that infringements may be avoided in the future.

Lessons and lesson plans (paper based and digital), leveled by grade, covering safety, manners, advertising and research among others. Many excellent resources.

Educators must balance the high-stakes testing and accountability demands of schools today with the need to equip students for college, jobs, and life in the 21st Century. Through Pathways to Information Fluency, teachers, staff, and administrators will receive the tools and strategies they need to more effectively navigate both today’s requirements and tomorrow’s realities.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to make better decisions in our technology-enabled world by understanding and applying effective, ethical and secure practices for identifying, collecting, synthesizing, and evaluating online information. The knowledge and skills gained in this course will support improvements in teaching, learning, student achievement, school and district administration, and responsible technology use.

Teacher Tube

(teacher resource)

A video entitled "Bulletin Board" explains possible dangers of sharing personal information. (Appx 1 minute)

http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=eab5d895aa3023fe78b9

Developed by the US Department of Justice, this website has scenarios listed under "Rules in Cyberspace" that are interactive quizzes students can take

individually or whole group. Also included are sections titled: Cyberethics for teachers and a model AUP form.

Play it Cybersafe

(teacher or student resource)

TOOLS FOR KIDS - The Cyber Ethics Champion Code is a tool to help parents and educators teach youth respect for copyright law and intellectual property rights. Cyber-Ethics Champion Certificate A special Certificate of Recognition is available to reward children who voluntarily agree to be “cyber ethics champions”

and follow the Cyber Ethics Champion Code.

Think U Know

(teacher or student resource)

Is everyone you talk to online who they say they are? What info is it safe to give out online? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this section. Staying in control online is all about being informed, and we have some games, films and good old fashioned advice for you to check out in this area.

Get Net Wise

(teacher or student resource) 

http://www.getnetwise.org/

Keeping Children Safe Online Learn about the risks kids face online, Search or browse for Internet safety products, browse great sites families can visit together, and Learn how to identify online trouble and get law enforcement contact information.

Stopping Unwanted E-mail and Spam Learn how to prevent unwanted email from flooding your inbox and how to report the spammers.

Protecting Your Computer From Hackers and Viruses

Keeping Your Personal Info Private

Learn about tools and techniques to better control how much personal information you share with online stores, Web sites, e-mailers and other people who may use your computer.

http://www.cybersafety.ca.gov/

Created by California's Department of Consumer Affiars.