Handing over control...

I've read, heard and watched people discuss the issues of having open networks in schools. Goodness opening up access to the wide world?  Can't do that!

The issue isn't that we should or should not open up networks it is teaching students to be positive digital citizens.  Teaching students to do the right thing, trusting and guiding and assuring that it is ok.  To not be scared, to explore but safely.

It is our job as educators to educate! That is what we do - yes we can protect but we can't be there all of the time.  So here's a thought - let's educate our charges to protect themselves when they explore the online world.

Here is a great place to start:

K- 12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum



Also check out ISTE Student Standards

I RESPECT, I PROTECT

.... make this the students mantra....