Classroom Technology Rules

Students who bring devices like smart phones, tablets, laptops, and chrome books to school are prompting teachers and administrators to reconsider the role of technology in the classroom. Using technology in the classroom promotes student learning and students being more engaged in their lessons.

While our schools have firewalls, security software and systems like mobile device managers to control what students can access on their devices, we teachers need to have a plan in place to maintain a constructive learning environment and prevent distractions beyond just blocking websites.

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Here are 6 ways that we “teachers” can manage the use of technology in the classroom.

Establish an Electronics Policy.

· Teachers who plan to use technology in the classroom should clearly explain what rules are for acceptable use.

Create Consequences without disrupting classwork.

· Classroom rules on technology only hold up if the teacher enforces them.

Use key phrases to restore student attention.

· Using repeatable phrases like “all eyes on me” or “close and flip your devices” will train students to react quickly.

Look over their shoulders.

· Teachers who want to keep students on task during technology-based assignments will need to proactively monitor in class activity.

Begin Assignments “offline”.

· To make sure students understand their assignments, and prevent distractions, provide instructions before students switch on their devices.

Put students to work.

While teachers have the authority of subject matter, most students know more about technology than many teachers. Allow students to assist there classmates during activities.

Here are 10 classroom rules for using technology:

Only visit approved internet sites
Never give out your personal information
Tell your teacher if you see something uncomfortable or inappropriate
Never download anything without teacher permission
Leave your workspace as you found it
Print only if you have permission
Never change settings without permission
Place devices on chargers when not in use
Touch the mouse and keyboard gently
Do not eat or drink near devices

Here are 3 websites that may be helpful when using classroom technology rules:

http://blog.mimio.com/how-to-make-technology-rules-for-your-classroom

https://www.gradelink.com/blog/6-top-tips-for-managing-technology-in-the-classroom/

http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech/tech044.shtml

Below I have listed 3 You Tube Videos that can be helpful with classroom technology rules:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXe3UeXLQbI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9S-1b6g5u0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FlU_y9Otns

References:

Digital citizenship: Teaching students about the safe and responsible use of technology. [video file]. Retrieved on July 13, 2017 fromhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FlU_y9Otns

Rules for a Technology classroom. [video file]. Retrieved on July 13, 2017 from

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9S-1b6g5u0

Technology rules in computer class. [video file]. Retrieved on July 13, 2017 from

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXe3UeXLQbI

10 classroom rules for using technology. (2017). Retrieved on July 13, 2017 from

http://blog.whooosreading.org/10-classroom-rules-for-using-technology/

How to make technology rules for your classroom. (2017). Retrieved on July 13, 2017 from

http://blog.mimio.com/how-to-make-technology-rules-for-your-classroom

Digital Safety/Computer Rules Prevent Problems. (2017). Retrieved on July 13, 2017 from

http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech/tech044.shtml

6 tips for classroom management. (2017). Retrieved on July 13, 2017 from

https://www.gradelink.com/blog/6-top-tips-for-managing-technology-in-the-classroom/