Legal Sites

Legal/Ethical Issues Websites

1) http://www.ncrel.org/engauge/framewk/pro/issues/proiss.htm

Indicator: Social, Ethical, and Legal Issues

This website discusses the social, ethical and legal issues surrounding the use of technology in the classroom. It talks about why students must know these, a strategy for teaching ethical issues in the classroom and even has an adaptation of the Ten Commandments for Computer Ethics. It also has links to other helpful resources.

2) http://www.openc.k12.or.us/jitt/class/issues.html

Technology in the Classroom

This site offers links to the practical benefits and challenges of integrating technology into regular classroom instruction, and a discussion of the accompanying legal issues. It has links to a variety of beneficial articles, websites and other resources.

3) http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/methods/technlgy/te600.htm

Technology: A Catalyst for Teaching and Learning in the Classroom

This site provides helpful tips for teachers that are interested in incorporating technology in their schools. It not only gives tips on navigating the social, legal and ethical issues surrounding technology integration, but also offers advice on how to get additional funding, how to promote technology, and how to support professional and curriculum development.

4) http://content.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=11

Navigating the Legal maze.

This site is a good resource with helpful advice on how to navigate through the legal maze of district policies and legal issues dealing with technology in school. It also discusses licensing, acceptable use of networks, and permissions.