is for appropriate use

Appropriate use means using the technology correctly to support learning at school.

is for best resouces

Be really picky when choosing resources to use on the internet. Use only the BEST online sites.

is for computer login

Use your school login and password to access the Online Research Library.

is for double check dates

What year was this website published?

Is there more up to date information?

is for .edu

Education websites are known to have trustworthy information. Search for websites that end in .edu for credible sources.

is for file type

Search by file type to limit resources to materials you can use for this lesson.

type

filetype:pdf and search topic in the search box

EXAMPLE:

filetype:pdf dog

is for Google- a last resort!

Ask for help!

See your Media Specialist or teacher for help with your online searches. There are many resources available through the Online Research Library.

is for help

Don't hesitate to ask for help. Research can be confusing and frustrating.

is for internet safety

Be Smart.

Stay on school provided resource sites.

Don't give out personal information.

is for a safe journey

Avoid click bait and and advertisements. Be careful. It is easy to get distracted online.

Just stay focused on your purpose.

is for no "kidding" around.

The internet is a big place and what you say stays out there forever. Be nice and polite when on the web and when working on shared documents and projects.

is for language

Use appropriate language. Enough said.

is for making good choices

You are responsible for your behavior when using technology so remember to make good choices.

is for noticing if a website is credible

Ask yourself, "Does this information make sense? and "Is this information credible, not sensational?"

is for orientation

Before you start using the internet at school, you will receive lessons, or orientation, from your Media Specialist and LSTC.

is for policy

Each of you signed an acceptable use policy. That means you agree to use school technology appropriately to support your learning.