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Social Networking: Keeping It Clean
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Waters, John K. – T.H.E. Journal, 2011
The need to maintain an unpolluted learning environment is no easy task for schools and districts that have incorporated social networking sites into their educational life. The staff and teachers at Blaine High School in Minnesota's Anoka-Hennepin District 11 had been considering the pros and cons of establishing a school Facebook page when the…
Descriptors: Social Networks, Web Sites, Educational Environment, High Schools
Nothing to LOL about
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Ramaswami, Rama – T.H.E. Journal, 2010
Schools fear the predatory behavior that lurks around social networking sites, where the exchange of personal information can make users sitting ducks for hackers, thieves, cyberbullies, and scammers. So they're caught in what appears to be an all-or-nothing choice: take advantage of the academic opportunities that social networking sites can…
Descriptors: Internet, Social Networks, Safety, Computer Security
It's the Little Things
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Waters, John K. – T.H.E. Journal, 2007
Information technology (IT) departments are ruled by a kind of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: The big-tech stuff--the operating systems, the networks, the data centers--gets the priority, food-and-shelter attention, while upgrading the backup power supplies, evaluating new projector mounts, and taming that rat's nest of classroom cords fall…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Information Technology, Computer Networks, Computer Security
Tips for Implementing a Wireless Network
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Walery, Darrell – T.H.E. Journal, 2005
This article provides a quick start guide to provide educators with the basic points to consider before installing a wireless network in the school. Since many school districts have already implemented wireless networks, there is a lot of information available online to assist in the process.
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Electronic Equipment, Computer Networks, Computer Security
Minimizing Security Vulnerabilities in High-Tech Classrooms
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Ozkan, Betul C.; Gunay, Vedat – T.H.E. Journal, 2004
Emerging technologies are quickly becoming part of daily learning and teaching endeavors in academia. Due to the access to certain high-tech tools educators must learn how to integrate these tools in educational settings. However, many also encounter problems and weaknesses in the same high-tech environment that uses and delivers information…
Descriptors: Viruses, Computer Security, Higher Education, Computer Networks
Is Your Network Safe?
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Williams, Cheryl S.; Krueger, Keith R. – T.H.E. Journal, 2005
Most educators have little experience or expertise in cybersecurity. Yet, it is one of the most pressing vulnerabilities in today's society. Beyond simply being aware of this vulnerability, educational leaders must ask themselves: What is an effective strategy for managing cybersecurity concerns? Whom do you trust to give you the best information?…
Descriptors: Boards of Education, Computer Security, Crime, School Districts
If You Can't Beat 'Em, Join 'Em
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O'Hanlon, Charlene – T.H.E. Journal, 2007
According to a January 2007 survey by the Pew Internet & American Life Project, 55 percent of teens (ages 12 to 17) report having created a personal profile online, and an equal number regularly use social networking sites such as MySpace or Facebook. Of those, 91 percent use the sites to stay in touch with friends they see frequently. With all…
Descriptors: Internet, Social Networks, Adolescents, Student Motivation