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  Case: Computer Misuse
I am fortunate to have computers at each of the lab stations in the back of my science classroom, so I often have students use the machines to collect, graph, and analyze data. When straightening up the lab area at the end of the day, I noticed some eye-catching graphics on one of the computer screens, and used the history function on the computer's internet browser to confirm that the computer has been used to visit inappropriate websites.What should I do?
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I would discuss this issue with the class the next day they come into the lab. You will explain that there has been inappropriate use of the computers and until further notice, no student will be using the computers. Have the students graph with pencil and paper instead for as long as it takes. Once the students are back on the computers, I would then assign each student a computer. Each computer will have a number, and each student will be assigned to a numbered computer. In doing this, you know exactly which student is on the computer and you would be able to pin point which student is using the computers inappropriately if they decide to do so again.
 
     
     
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Rated On: October 15, 2014 10:02 pm
Rated By: Amanda KAhn