The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) was enacted by the United States Congress in 2000 to address concerns about children's access to inappropriate online content. CIPA requires that all K-12 schools receiving federal funding for internet access provide students with age-appropriate training on safe and responsible internet use. This training is crucial for keeping students safe online and ensuring that they have the skills they need to navigate the internet in a responsible and productive way.
CIPA requires that all K-12 schools receiving federal funding for internet access provide students with age-appropriate training on safe and responsible internet use. The specific training requirements mandated by CIPA include the following:
Internet safety policy: Schools must have an internet safety policy in place that includes measures to block access to inappropriate websites and to protect students from online threats such as cyberbullying, online predators, and identity theft.
Monitoring of internet use: Schools must monitor the online activity of students to ensure compliance with the school's internet safety policy and to identify and address any potential risks or threats.
Age-appropriate training: Schools must provide age-appropriate training to students on safe and responsible internet use, including appropriate online behavior, privacy, and cyberbullying prevention.
Parental notification: Schools must notify parents of their internet safety policies and the measures they take to protect students online, and they must also provide parents with the opportunity to opt out of having their child participate in online activities that are not related to the curriculum.
CIPA recognizes that internet safety is an ongoing process, and requires schools to regularly review and update their internet safety policies and training programs to keep pace with new technologies and online threats. By implementing these requirements, schools can help to create a safe and secure online environment for students, and ensure that they have the skills and knowledge they need to navigate the internet safely and responsibly.