ICT

POLICIE
S
 This activity covers the following:
ICT Policies and Safety Issues: Implications to Teaching
and Learning
A. Policies and Issues on the Internet and Implications to
Teaching and Learning
B. Safety Issues including Digital Safety Rules
 Intended Learning Outcomes:
1. discuss the ICT policies and explain their
implications to teaching and learning;
2. identify safety concerns on internet including
digital safety rules; and
3. formulate ICT classroom policies that may be
implemented in the classroom in the future.
 GUIDE
QUESTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS:
 1. What are ICT Policies?

An ICT (Information and Communications Technology)

Security Policy is a document that outlines the rules,
guidelines, and procedures for protecting an organization's
ICT systems and infrastructure from security threats and
vulnerabilities.
2. Give implications of ICT policies to teaching and
learning, with focus on:
* ACCESS TO KNOWLEDGE

ICT policies enhance access to a vast pool of educational

resources, promoting a more inclusive and equitable learning
environment.
2. Give implications of ICT policies to teaching and
learning, with focus on:
* SAFETY MEASURES

?These policies contribute to a safer online learning

experience by implementing measures to protect students from
potential online threats.?
2. Give implications of ICT policies to teaching and
learning, with focus on:
* DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

ICT policies help cultivate responsible digital citizenship,

teaching students to use technology ethically and responsibly.
2. Give implications of ICT policies to teaching and
learning, with focus on:
* Innovation in Teaching

By setting guidelines for technology integration, ICT policies

encourage educators to explore innovative teaching methods
and tools.
2. Give implications of ICT policies to teaching and
learning, with focus on:
* Data Protection

Policies safeguard sensitive information, ensuring the privacy

and security of students' and teachers' data.
3. Safety Concerns on the Internet?
 Cyberbullying: Harassment or intimidation through digital
means.??
Phishing: Deceptive attempts to acquire sensitive information.??
Malware: Software designed to harm or exploit computer
systems.?
Inappropriate Content: Exposure to content unsuitable for
educational settings.
?Identity Theft: Unauthorized use of personal information for
fraudulent purposes.
?Online Predators: Individuals seeking to exploit minors through
4. Digital Safety Rules
 ?Use Strong Passwords: Create complex passwords and update them
regularly.??
Be Wary of Phishing: Avoid clicking on suspicious links or providing
personal information online.??
Secure Devices: Install and regularly update antivirus software to protect
against malware.?
Monitor Online Presence: Be mindful of the information shared on social
media and other online platforms.?
?Practice Safe Online Shopping: Only use secure websites and verify
payment processes.
5. ICT Classroom Policies
 1. TAKE CARE OF THE MOBILE AND COMPUTER DEVICES

Hold the devices properly and be careful not to damage them by overusing them or dropping
them on the floor. Do not litter on the computer bench. Food and drinks are not allowed in
front of the computer. Switch the devices off when not in use.

2. DO NOT CHANGE ANYTHING INSIDE THE COMPUTER

Leave the computer or mobile screen as what you have found it. Do not download anything
and do not install or uninstall any kind of software without asking permission from the
teacher.
 3. ASK TEACHER FOR HELP WHEN ACCESSING UNFAMILIAR SOFTWARE

When using applications you are not familiar with, ask your teacher how to use it. Accessing them
without proper knowledge might lead you to misuse it or change its settings.

4. THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK

Always be respectful when communicating with people online. Do not use foul words and be sure
to use proper capitalization and punctuation. Check your grammar and spelling before posting your
ideas or feedback. Always set a kind and professional tone.
 5. GIVE CREDIT

When using pictures or texts you have found on the internet, be sure to paraphrase or crop the
picture out for fair use. Always cite your sources.

6. DO NOT ABUSE INTERNET DATA

Only access trusted websites and do not consume a lot of internet data by surfing unnecessary
sites that take up a lot of internet usage. Be sure to surf safe and secure software and websites.
 7. RESPECT EVERYONE’S PRIVACY

Protect your own privacy by not giving out your personal information to untrusted people and
website. Do not download somebody else’s personal pictures and do not share their personal
information online without their permission.

8. CHECK YOUR FACTS

When reading articles online, be sure to validate your source and research about the topic you
are reading. Be careful about reading and sharing fake news and malicious articles. Ask your
teacher for help when checking information online.
THANK YOU!