WEEK 5
TOPIC: Means of transmitting information
CONTENT
MEANS OF TRANSMITTING INFORMATION
Electronic transmission
- “Electronic transmission” means any process of communication that does not directly involve the physical transfer of paper and that is suitable for the retention, retrieval and reproduction of information by the recipient.it is also referred to as the use of electronic media for transmitting information e.g. Radio waves
Non electronic transmission
Information has been sent via non-electronic means since the advent of communication eg. Optical, acoustic, and mechanical.
These include newspaper, and charts
WEEK 6
TOPIC: Computer Ethics
CONTENT
Computer Lab Rules and Ethics – Concept Outline
I. You will do much in the labs during your years at Challenger. In order that that those years be productive
- You will learn the rules of conduct expected for the lab.
- You will know what the consequences of misbehavior are.
- You will learn about the ethics of software usage.
- You will learn to use the Internet safely.
II. Put all books and personal items on the shelves by the door when you come in the lab.
- There’s not enough room at the computers for any personal material except your paper and pencil.
III. You must be working on your project at all times. You are not allowed to be in here to “play” on the computers, there is work to be done.
Students may not
- Change the desktop in any way.
- Change the screensaver.
- Delete, move, or rename any files.
- Install any software downloaded from the Internet or any other source.
- Open personal e-mail accounts.
- Install or open chat programs such as Instant Messenger.
- Use computer games such as Solitaire, Minesweeper, etc. without permission from the teacher.
While it is possible to have fun, if you are caught not working on the the assignment, it will be considered computer misuse.
IV. There is no food, drink, or candy allowed in the lab please enter the lab with clean hands.
Treat the computer with respect:
Hands off the monitor
Gentle use of the keyboard and mouse (Leave it on the pad, please)
Take care when handling media.
V. Use good posture while sitting at the computer (eyes level with the monitor, shoulders down, arms relaxed, feet flat on the floor, back supported).
VI. Obey all regular classroom rules. Policies & Procedures of your regular classroom teacher are in effect here just like the classroom. Do your own work; don’t disturb your neighbors.
VII. What happens when the rules are broken?
- 1st offense:Student is removed from computer for the remainder of class period and will write an explanation of misconduct or misuse. Student will be responsible for repair or replacement.
- 2nd offense:
Student is sent to In-House Suspension for remainder of class period. It is up to the classroom teacher’s discretion if the student can make up missed work. Student will be responsible for repair or replacement.
- 3rd offense:
Student has no more computer lab privileges. Student will be responsible for repair or replacement.
VIII. Etiquette means manners: be polite, have respect for other’s property just like they should have for yours. Be honest–do your own work.
IX. Copyright Laws
- Fair use clause for education.
- Difference between classroom use and published work.
- Copying software.
- Citing electronic sources.
X. Hacking: unauthorized use of school computer hardware or software.
Huntsville City Schools Discipline Policy –
Class 2 Offense: without causing damage
Class 3 Offense: causing damage
XI. Internet Safety
- Never reveal personal information (name, address, age, phone number)
- Never give anyone your Social Security number, credit card numbers, your parents’ name(s)
- Never arrange to meet someone face-to-face you have met on-line
- Don’t share photos of yourself with someone you only know on-line
- Don’t share passwords with anyone except your parents and teachers