1. Copyright Issues and Internet Use
It is important that educators understand the rules and laws that apply to copyright. Like this article states, a website may have a copyright even if it doesn't say on the website. This article explains what can and cannot be copyrighted. For example, words, slogans and names may not be copyrighted but may have a trademark. Copyrights protect authors, and ensures them that people may not make copies, sell, prepare new works based on the original, and protection from performing the work in public.
This article explains the issue of plagiarism. According to the article, plagiarism is "the act of stealing and passing off the ideas, words, or other intellectual property produced by another as one's own. Almost everything on the internet can have a copyright, for example links, graphics, videos and even audio clips. People may not even realize that they are plagiarizing because sometimes a copyright may not be present.
2. Equity Issues in Computer Use in Schools.
This article discusses what actions schools can take when introducing technology for educational purposes. The article states that the school should create rules and policies for the entire school that makes the technology accessible to everyone. The article also states that students and teachers should be given equal opportunities to utilize technology. Lastly, the article states that technology can help close the gap between "inner city schools and suburbs."
This article poses questions about whether all students are receiving equal technological resources in schools. It also debates whether or not teachers are getting proper training on the use of these technological resources. This article researches and looks into the issue of whether or not less fortunate populations are receiving the right kind of technology. Lastly, this article researches whether or not students have access to any sort of technology at home to help them learn better.
3. Cultural Issues in the use of Computers in Schools
This article discusses the importance of designing technology that is easy to understand for a variety of different cultures.The article summarizes research that explains how diverse ethnic groups tend to learn in different ways, so we must accommodate these different types of learners. From the research, the article states that people from different backgrounds think and use technology in different ways. To conclude, the article stated that different types of technology should be offered for different students.
This article showcases two different authors opinions of computers in schools. The first author, notes how children are become more literate in computer use than adults and their teachers. He explains how in Finland, 300 children are being asked to help educators learn how to use computers. Another author explains how the amount of time children spend on the computer could be effecting their well-being in a negative way. She poses the question, "are computers being used in age appropriate ways?"
4. Health Problems concerning the use of Computers.
This article discusses the top four problems caused by computer usage. First of all computer use can create bad posture. Frequent computer use also be linked to glaucoma. People who use computers frequently also may experience hand and wrist soreness. It's important to take breaks from your computer to stretch out your hands and wrists. Lastly, computers cause stress injuries. For example, sitting too long in front of your computer can cause a great amount of stress to your body.
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