Sharon's+Parent+Permission+Letter

=Permission Letter=

Dear Parent/Guardian:

You student will be taking part in online collaboration and communication in his/her Digital Dimensions course. Students will be using wikis, Flickr, and other online tools. Wikis are collaborative websites which allow users to add and edit information. Flickr is an image and video sharing website that allows people to share and manage their photos online.

Students will be working in groups of four developing an online safety plan. Their plan will include predator behavior, a portrait of a victim, precautions to take, and a safety plan. Although only the students who are in my class can add or edit the wiki, anybody with Internet access can view it. Students will be assessed according to the scoring rubric which will be posted on my class wiki.

We have taken some class time to review proper online safety. Before your child may participate, it is important that you and your child discuss and sign the following form. Please return this to me by March 25th.

Terms & Conditions:

 * 1) Students personal information will not be posted- only first names will be listed. Personal information includes such things as last name, address, phone number, passwords, schoolname, or city. Interests, ideas, and preferences can be shared.
 * 2) Students will treat the Internet workspace as if it were a classroom. Inappropriate language is not tolerated.
 * 3) Students are encouraged to comment and correspond with others on school related topics.
 * 4) Students much act in a respectful manner when posting or leaving comments for others.
 * 5) Students who do not follow these rules will lose their opportunity to participate.

I have read and understand these terms and conditions. I agree to uphold them.

Student's Signature: Date: Parent's Signature: Date: