Cyber Safety
Be a responsible user of technology
Online etiquette and expectations for students
As we continue the Home Learning Program at Our Lady of Lourdes, we need to remember that this a different method of learning for all.
Let us be understanding, tolerant and respectful of each other as we work in partnership through this process.
We ask you to remember that what applies in the classroom, applies online in terms of your behaviour, participation and completion of work.
This is true also in the way in which parents / adults participate with online learning. We welcome them to watch and monitor lessons and zoom sessions, however it needs to be understand that this is still 'school' and what is appropriate in a home setting is not necessarily appropriate online.
Many of our OLOL Policies remind us that we always treat one another with dignity and respect. This is true also of our new ways of working.
Online etiquette and expectations
You are attending classes
It is expected that your appearance and neat, casual dress would be the same as on a ‘uniform free’ day. For example, comb your hair, no PJs.
Clothing must not have inappropriate language or offensive imagery. T-shirts and tops should have sleeves and not be revealing.
Open and appropriate spaces for learning
You should only engage in audio and video classes from an open, quiet and appropriate space outside of your bedroom.
Minimise what is behind you - a blank wall is preferable.
Household members running around in the background are distracting and will disrupt learning for all.
Prepare a sign letting household members know that you are currently in an online class.
Check that your video and audio work correctly – it is good to use a microphone headset if you have one.
Be prepared by completing any pre-session tasks your teacher has set.
Communication during the online class
Use appropriate language when communicating (speaking/writing messages) online with your teachers and your classmates.
Behave appropriately in accordance with school rules, expectations and classroom agreements.
The tone of your language needs to be appropriate to the task and lesson you are completing. This is no different to a normal classroom.
Do not have other programs, games, apps etc. running in the background, unless directed by your teacher to do so.
Be on time in joining the online class.
Mute your microphone prior to commencing the class and activate as required.
Be prepared to participate in the online class through audio and other means.
Remain calm: if you experience a technology fail or feel frustrated, be patient with yourself and your teacher. This is new. Everyone is adjusting. You may need to shut the program down and start again.
Online safety
a. Planning for safety
Ensure your parents and family members are aware of the school expectations when working online.
Talk with your parents and develop family expectations for screen time and sharing working spaces.
Refer to the Top 5 online safety tips for kids and consider developing a personal safety plan. Discuss and share this with your family.
Use only credible sources for content searches online.
b. What to do if you feel unsafe online
Let your parents/carers, teacher or other adult know as soon as possible. They will be able to assist you to report the incident following school procedures or by making a report to the eSafety Commissioner.
c. Respectful online participation for learning and wellbeing
All video, chat and direct messages will be monitored. Please remember to act within school expectations.
Whatever goes online, stays online. Take pride in yourself as a member of the Our Lady of Lourdes community.
d. You must not:
re-post a message that was sent to you privately, without the permission of the sender.
take or distribute photos, sound or video recordings of anyone connected to the Our Lady of Lourdes or other people, including background figures and voices.
upload/post/email images, video or sound, containing members of Our Lady of Lourdes staff and students onto social media platforms (e.g. Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube) or any other website or app (except Seesaw and Google Classroom). As stated in our ICT Policy, no students should obtain a social media account of any form.
Privacy
Our school ICT Use Agreement requires you to take reasonable steps to protect the personal information that is held from misuse and unauthorised access.
OLOL stresses that you take responsibility for the security of your device (e.g. computer, ipad, phone) and not allow it to be used by an unauthorised party.
Tech Support
In the event that you are experiencing technical difficulties, you can contact your classroom teacher or Mr Adrian McAlister at adrian.mcalister@olprahraneast.catholic.edu.au.
How To Set Up Parents Controls on an iPad
It is important that parents and carers understand what their child is accessing through their device, and how to control this as much as possible.
Any device should always be used in a common space, where other family members can see and hear what the child is accessing.
There are several parental control features on an iPad. The link provided shows you how to set them up for your child. This is highly recommended for all of our families.
How To Set Up Parents Controls on YouTube
YouTube can be an excellent resource for learning, particularly in a distance learning setting. Our teachers often use YouTube to introduce, or revise concepts with students. However, at school, YouTube cannot be accessed on student devices, and videos are only shown to the whole class through a teacher's device. This means the teachers have full control over what the children are seeing.
Unfortunately, this level of control is not possible when children are using their devices at home. It is imperative that parents know what their child is watching on YouTube. Children should only watch YouTube in common spaces, and should avoid wearing headphones so that parents and carers can hear what they are watching.
The link on the left provides information about how to set up parental controls and restrictions on YouTube, to ensure your child isn't exposed to any inappropriate content.