WELCOME TO MRS. GOODSON’S ICT II CLASS!

• ICT stands for Information and Communications Technology . . . It is labeled as II because it is the second technology class you take while in Middle School.

• The purpose of ICT II is to prepare you with advanced technology literacy, workforce, and academic skills necessary to compete in a global workforce. Students in ICT II will complete a study in interpersonal and self-directional skills; input applications; database; design applications; graphic design; web page design; preparing to be a successful online student; networking; and problem solving and decision making with technology tools.

What is ICT II?

• Has been married for 3 years.• Attended college at the University of West

Alabama (GO BIG RED!)• No children• Has worked with MPSD for 14 years• Enjoys reading, writing, movies, music, and

travel• LOVES ALL THINGS TECHNOLOGICAL!

A little info about your teacher!

1st Nine Weeks:• Safety and

Orientation• Input Applications

2nd Nine Weeks:• Database Applications

• Technology Lab Management and

Networking

3rd Nine Weeks:• Design

Applications• Graphic Design

Applications

4th Nine Weeks:• Web Design

Applications• Technology

Problem Solving and Decision

Making

What will I learn this year in ICT II?

10. You get to learn hands-on without a lot of boring lectures! 9. You will be able to learn about all the latest technological trends! 8. You will enhance your Microsoft Office skills! 7. It will add a new dimension to the learning process and help you

develop problem-solving and information- handling skills! 6. You will learn to effectively use different types of technology. 5. You will be able to access remote learning resources through the

internet. 4. You learn how to become a successful online student! 3. You get a credit towards graduation! 2. It promotes technology literacy, inventive thinking, higher-order

thinking, and effective communication skills. 1. It prepares you with the necessary skills to compete in a global

workforce.

Top 10 Reasons ICT II is Important!

A procedure is an established way of doing something that is carried out in a specific way. In order for your ICT II class to serve you in the most effective way possible, there are certain procedures that MUST be followed! Failure to follow procedures will result in consequences.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS(FAQs)

ICT II Classroom Procedures

What do I do when I enter the classroom?

Enter quietly then put your book-bags and other items on the center tables. After doing so, sit down at your assigned seat and look on the Smart Board or Class Website for instructions. Most times, the assignment of the day will be located in both places. However, if your teacher is absent, your assignment will be located on the Class Website ONLY!

Where do I find assignments?

On the Smart Board in the front of the room or on the class website (except in case of teacher absence).

Where do I place completed work?

Work not turned in electronically will be placed in the appropriate container underneath the printer that is labeled for your particular class period.

How should my paper be headed?

• Written papers will be headed with your name, class period, and date on the right hand side.

• Typed papers will be headed by the use of a header or footer where you will type your name, class period, and date. You will be shown how to do this later.

What do I do when I have paper to be thrown away?

If you have paper to be thrown a way, keep it near your workstation and throw it away when you exit the classroom.

You should re-use paper whenever possible. It can be used to take notes or as scratch paper.

What do I do with my book-bag when I enter the classroom?

Book-bags and other personal items are to be placed on or under the center tables. These things should NOT be placed near or under computer stations.

What do I do when my pencil lead breaks?

In the event of a pencil lead breaking, raise your hand and inform your teacher, who will then give you permission to use the pencil sharpener which is located beside her desk.

What do I do if I finish my work early?

In the unlikely event that you finish ALL your assignments before class ends, refer to the Daily Teacher Approved Website list that is in a folder on each computer desktop and utilize one of the websites for additional supplemental activities. NO WEBSITES OTHER THAN THE ONES LISTED AT EACH STATION WILL BE ALLOWED!

What do I do when I need to use the restroom?

Restroom privileges will be reserved only for EXTREME circumstances. Students are generally not allowed to go to the restroom because there is plenty of time between classes to take care of such matters.

What do I do when I have a question?

Raise your hand and wait to be called on.

What do I do when I hear an emergency bell?

Be calm and quiet so you can listen for instructions.

What do I do if it is a fire emergency?

If it is a fire emergency you will exit the building using the door nearest the classroom then turn right and go to the open area on the hill above the school. When getting to the open area you are to stay in a line while the teacher takes roll. You are not allowed to mingle with other classes or stray away from your class

What do I do if it is a weather emergency?

If it is a weather emergency (tornado watch), you will exit into the hallway where you will find a spot on the floor, sit and wait on further instructions.

Where do I find assignments if I am absent the previous day?

Assignments will be written on a calendar and placed on the calendar on the class website. Fridays will be designated make-up days. Any missed assignment will need to be completed during your allotted class time on Fridays.

More on being absent . . .• If you have a significant amount of excused absences, you should see the

teacher to arrange a completion date for this work, and possibly see about coming in after school to complete a portion of it. You will have THREE DAYS to makeup work after an absence unless otherwise informed.

• Those who have completed all work and have no assignments to improve upon will be given fun computer activities on Fridays. You will be allowed to access certain fun, teacher-approved websites that are appropriate for a school setting. You will only be allowed to access the websites that are on the Teacher-Approved Website List folder on each computer desktop. If you would like to submit a website for teacher approval you will be allowed to write down the web address and submit it to the teacher through email or through the Website Suggestion Box located near the printer. Only websites appropriate for school will be approved. Understand that this “fun” time is a privilege and can be denied at the teacher’s judgment.

ICT II is a class in which most of your work will be completed during school hours. This means that you cannot afford to be absent. Certain circumstances may be out of your control, and you may have to miss a day or more . . . on these occasions it is YOUR responsibility to make up the work.

What do I do when someone knocks on the door?

Continue working, the teacher will answer it.

What do I do when the principal, vice principal or other approved guest, walks in the room?

Continue working. Do not run up to the person or call his/her name out. Raise your hand if you have a question. The teacher will recognize you and direct your question towards the person you would like to talk to if it is deemed appropriate to do so.

How do I go to and return from lunch?

When going to lunch, all book-bags will remain locked in the room. You will line up at the front door and take the door on the far left to the Cafeteria, staying under the walkway the entire time. In the cafeteria you are expected to behave in an orderly manner and speak quietly. I will be sitting with you to ensure this happens. When returning from lunch you will line up and proceed back to class the same way in which you came. There will be no bathroom breaks during this time.

What do I do when the dismissal bell sounds to move to the next class?

Clean up around your station, gather your things, and wait for the teacher to dismiss you. Do NOT stand up and walk/run towards the door. When it is time for the end of the day dismissal, car-riders and walkers will be dismissed first. Both are expected to leave campus IMMEDIATELY. If you are riding the bus you are to wait until all buses are called for or for your particular bus to be called. FYI: If you leave before your mode of transportation is called, you will be referred to the office!

What do I do if I happen upon a website that is “inappropriate” (e.g. profane or offensive)?

Turn your monitor off immediately and let your teacher know. If you are caught trying to show it to others before turning your monitor off, you will have violated the procedure and will be held responsible. FYI: I can see and access anything you pull up on the computers with a click of the mouse. I also have a record of the things you type in the computer so when it comes to inappropriate websites and materials . . . DON’T EVEN TRY IT!

Classroom Rules and Consequences

Each computer is numbered. You will be assigned one of these numbers. Unless advised otherwise by the teacher, you are to sit at your assigned computer ONLY!

Absolutely NO Rolling around in the office chairs. If you cannot sit in the office chairs without rolling around you will be moved to a regular chair.

No walking around the room without permission. You are to stay seated through the duration of the class period. Aimlessly wandering around the room or visiting someone else’s station is strictly prohibited!

No food is allowed near computers. Drinks and other liquid items (e.g. perfumes/lotions etc.) are also prohibited.

No mechanical pencils are allowed near workstations. Only regular pencils and pens are allowed near the workstations.

You are NOT allowed to adjust the settings on the computer. No backgrounds, screensavers, etc. should be added at ANY time.

You will be given a password in order to access the class website. DO NOT share this password! Also, log off all your information before leaving the computer lab. If another student accesses your work because you did not log off or because you shared your password BOTH of you will be held responsible.

You are NOT allowed to switch computer components. That means you are not allowed to trade you computer’s keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. for another computer’s. If there is a problem with a computer component you are to alert the teacher IMMEDIATELY.

You are NOT allowed to view, send or display offensive messages or pictures using school computers. REMEMBER I AM WATCHING!

NO CYBERBULLYING! This means you will not use the computers to harm other people or their work (see school handbook for further explanation and consequences).

No downloading to the computer without teacher approval! Also DO NOT bring software or jump drives into the computer lab without teacher approval

Do not abuse or vandalize lab equipment!

Papers that are not headed with your name will be thrown away. I will not try to find out who wrote or typed the paper!

You are NOT allowed to waste limited resources such as hard drive space or printing capacity. Only print or save when prompted by the teacher to do so.

Do not be afraid to ask the teacher for help or alert her immediately if there is a problem.

Be prepared to be held accountable for your actions and for the loss of privileges if these procedures or rules are violated.

PROCEDURES, RULES, AND CONSEQUENCES ARE

NON-NEGOTIABLE!

What is a consequence?

A consequence is a result of a course of action (or of a decision) taken by the decision maker

What happens when I fail to follow the rules and procedures?

Consequences for disobeying the rules: • First offense- Verbal Warning

• Second offense- Written essay on behavior (parent contact) • Third offense- Written essay on behavior x2 (parent contact)

• Fourth Offense- After school detention • Fifth offense- Office Referral

NOTE: In the cases of extreme violations the teacher has the right to forfeit the order of

consequences and go to the step that best fits the severity of the offense.

Internet Acceptable Use Policy

The following procedures apply to all staff and students, and covers all MPSD computer equipment including any desktop or laptop computers provided to staff, the computer network and any computer software licensed to MPSD.

Appropriate Use

MPSD expects everyone to exercise good judgment and use the technology in a professional manner. Your use of the equipment is expected to be related to the district’s goal of educating students and/or conducting school business. MPSD recognizes, however, that some personal use is inevitable, and that incidental and occasional personal use that is infrequent or brief in duration is permitted so long as it occurs on personal time, does not interfere with district business, and is not otherwise prohibited by district policy or procedures.

Use of District Software

District software is licensed to MPSD by a large number of vendors and may have specific license restrictions regarding copying or using a particular program. Users of district software must obtain permission from MPSD Technology Department prior to copying or loading district software onto any computer, whether the computer is privately owned or is a district computer.

Use of Non-District SoftwarePrior to loading non-district software onto district computers (including laptops and desktops), a user must receive permission from the MPSD Technology Department. All software must be legally licensed by the user prior to loading onto district equipment. The unauthorized use of and/or copying of software is illegal.

Personal DevicesUse of personally owned equipment by staff will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Users must first notify the Technology Department of such anticipated use. Any device that accesses the district network must be approved by the Technology Department and meet minimum standards with regards to anti-virus and spyware protection prior to use. This includes, but is not limited to personal computers, notebooks, laptops, PDA’s, music players, Internet capable phones, and other devices. MPSD or its employees will not be held liable for any damage to personally owned equipment used on the network. Users will assume all risks associated with the use of the MPSD network. MPSD computer department will not be responsible for the upkeep or maintenance of personal devices used on the network.

MPSD INTERNET

Personal Safety1. User will not disclose, use, disseminate

or divulge personal and/or private information about himself/herself, minors or any others including personal identification such as, but not limited to, credit card information, social security numbers, telephone numbers, and addresses.

2. User will immediately report to MPSD authorities any attempt by other Internet users to engage in inappropriate conversations or personal conduct.

Illegal activity1. User agrees not to access, transmit or retransmit any materials in furtherance of

any illegal act or conspiracy to commit any illegal act in violation of United States, Mississippi, local government, or MPSD policies or regulations.

2. User shall not access, transmit or retransmit: copyrighted materials (including plagiarism), threatening, harassing, or obscene material, pornographic material, material protected by trade secret, and/or any other material that is inappropriate to minors.

3. User shall not access, transmit or retransmit any material that promotes violence or the destruction of persons or property by devices including, but not limited to, the use of firearms, explosives, fireworks, smoke bombs, incendiary devices, or other similar materials.

4. User shall not use the network for any illegal activity including, but not limited to, unauthorized access including hacking.

5. User shall not access, transmit or retransmit information that could cause danger or disruption or engage in personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks.

6. User shall not access, transmit or retransmit information that harasses another person or causes distress to another person. This is to include cyber-bullying.

System Resource Limits

1. User shall only use the MPSD system for educational and career development activities and limited, high quality self-discovery activities as approved by MPSD administration for a limited amount of time per week.

2. User agrees not to download large files unless it is absolutely necessary. If absolutely necessary to download large files, user agrees to download the files at the time when the system is not being heavily used.

3. User agrees not to post chain letters or engage in “spamming” (that is, sending an annoying or unnecessary message to large number of people).

4. User agrees to immediately notify his/her teacher or other school administrator should user access inappropriate information. This will assist protecting user against a claim of intentional violation of this policy.

User Rights1. The Internet is considered a limited forum, similar to a

school newspaper, and therefore MPSD may restrict user rights to free speech for valid educational reasons. User shall have the responsibility to use computer resources for academic purposes only. Therefore, as mandated by CIPA, filtering will be utilized on all computers accessing the Internet. The only exception will be for academic research by a staff member with the approval of school administration.

2. User should not expect files stored on school-based computers to remain private. Authorized staff may periodically inspect folders and logs of network usage. This information may be retained and reviewed. Routine review and maintenance of the system may indicate that user has violated this policy, district policy(ies), municipal law, state law or federal law.

3. MPSD will fully cooperate with local, state or federal officials in any investigation related to illegal activities conducted through the user’s Internet account.

Network Etiquette

1. Be polite. Do not write or send abusive messages to others.

2. Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities, or any other inappropriate language.

3. Do not use the network in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the network by other users (e.g. downloading huge files during prime time, sending mass e-mail messages, annoying other users using the Instant message function).

4. All communications and information accessible via the network should not be assumed to be private property.

Reliability

1. MPSD makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing.

2. MPSD will not be responsible for any damages suffered by the user, including loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, miss-deliveries, or service interruptions.

3. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the risk of the user.

4. MPSD denies responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through Internet services.

5. MPSD is not responsible for student access to what may be deemed as inappropriate material available on the Internet.

Individual schools within the district may create additional guidelines and procedures consistent with this policy. Such guidelines and procedures will be appropriate for the electronic information resources being accessed by the users at the school.

Privacy

• District computers, the Internet and use of e-mail are not inherently secure or private. For example, the content of an e-mail message, including attachments, is most analogous to a letter or official memo rather than a telephone call, since a record of the contents of the e-mail may be preserved by the sender, recipient, any parties to whom the e-mail may be forwarded, or by the e-mail system itself. It is important to remember that once an e-mail message is sent, the sender has no control over where it may be forwarded and deleting a message from the user’s computer system does not necessarily delete it from the district computer system. In some cases, e-mails have also been treated as public records in response to a public records disclosure request. Likewise, files, such as Internet “cookies” may be created and stored on a computer without the user’s knowledge. Users are urged to be caretakers of their own privacy and to not store sensitive or personal information on MPSD computers. The district may need to access, monitor or review electronic data stored on district computers, including e-mail and Internet usage records.

• While the district respects the privacy of its staff, the district also reserves the right to monitor and review electronic information in order to analyze the use of systems or compliance with policies, conduct audits, review performance or conduct, obtain information, or for any other reason. MPSD reserves the right to disclose any electronic message or file to law enforcement officials or any other entity the district deems necessary, for example, in response to a document production request made in a lawsuit involving the district or by a third party against the user or pursuant to a public records disclosure request.

Consequences for Failure to Follow Terms and Conditions of Internet Use Policy

There will be consequences for any user who fails to follow MPSD guidelines and policies. The consequences may include paying for damages, denial of access to technology, detention, suspension, expulsion, termination or other remedies applicable under the school disciplinary policy, and state or federal law. At the discretion of MPSD, law enforcement authorities may be involved and any violations of state and/or federal law may result in criminal or civil prosecution

Today’s Assignment

• Write a letter to yourself with the intention that you'll be reading this again at the end of the school year. Think about your goals, where your head is now, and where you hope to be in 10 months. This letter should be AT LEAST 15 sentences long. It can be longer but not shorter than 15 sentences.