Acceptance Use Policy

Purpose of the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)

Technology is an essential part of learning in today’s world.

This Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) establishes guidelines on the appropriate use of EdTech resources to help you understand how to use these resources safely and responsibly, in line with efforts to develop your digital literacies and growth as digitally responsible citizens.

EdTech resources include the following, but are not limited to:

-          Learning devices (e.g. Personal Learning Devices (PLDs), school devices)

-          ICT system accounts (e.g. Singapore Student Learning Space (SLS), iCON); and

school internet networks.

For more information, please refer to:

Student Kit on Cyber Wellness and Learning with a Learning Device (Primary) – https://go.gov.sg/cw-studentkitpri

Student Kit on Cyber Wellness and Learning with a Personal Learning Device (Secondary) – https://go.gov.sg/cw-studentkit

General

1.      You should not attempt to access data, system and information that you are not authorised to.

2.      You are reminded that the use of learning devices and school’s EdTech resources should solely be for the purpose of learning.

3.      Your PLD is a learning device intended solely for educational purposes. Any use that detracts from learning, such as gaming or accessing social media, is strictly prohibited.

4.      You are responsible for your PLD. In the event of loss or theft of the device, you must make a police report and report the matter to the school.

5.      In order to have a positive learning experience, you should ensure that your PLD is fully charged before bringing it to school. Should you need to charge your PLD in school, you should only do so at the school’s ICT Helpdesk, during recess and/or after-school hours.

6.      You are reminded to keep your PLD updated by installing the relevant patches and updates when being prompted by the system.

7.      All PLDs are installed with a Device Management Application (DMA) to support a safe and conducive learning environment.  You should not attempt to bypass the DMA.

8.      You are responsible for regularly backing up your learning materials in your PLD to prevent data loss. Learn more from the SLS lesson here

9.      No food or drink is allowed near your PLD at any time to prevent damage to the device.

Being a Responsible Digital Citizen

10.      You should interact with others in a respectful and responsible way. You should not post online remarks that are

•        racially and/or religiously insensitive,

•        vulgar and/or offensive, or

•        hurtful to others.

11.      You should not use any devices to

•        store, modify, create or share content (e.g. documents, presentations, pictures and videos) that is inappropriate (e.g. indecent, pornographic, defamatory, hurtful to self or others).

•        make threats, cause harassment or embarrassment, impersonate or intimidate others.

12.  You should not use MOE/school-deployed ICT system accounts for any commercial activities (e.g. buying and selling of goods and services).

Respecting Copyright

13.  You are reminded to obtain explicit permission from the content owner(s) before downloading, copying or sharing any copyrighted materials (e.g. pictures, videos, music).

14.   You should not use, copy, edit or share digital files in an unauthorised or illegal manner.

Using Artificial Intelligence (AI)

15.  You must ensure that you meet the minimum age requirement specified in each AI tool's age restrictions before using it.

16.  If the use of AI is permitted, you should acknowledge the use of AI in weighted assessments and homework as required.

17.  You are to practice academic integrity and be responsible for your own learning when using AI. Understand that you are ultimately short-changing yourself if you pass off other’s work as your own.

Staying Safe and Secure online

18.  You should report any incidents (e.g. unusual device behaviour or inappropriate use of devices), to the school (Form Teachers or ICT Helpdesk).

19.  You are reminded to develop online safety habits. This includes not disclosing personal access credentials (e.g. MIMS password, PLD passcode, etc.), sensitive personal data (e.g. home address, passwords) online or on AI platforms, verifying credibility of online content before sharing, avoiding clicking on suspicious links or downloading unknown files, and being cautious when interacting with others online (e.g. on social media) by not engaging with strangers.

20.  You should exercise caution regarding the limitations of AI tools, including potential inaccuracies / fabricated responses, inherent biases and outdated information.

Digital Wellbeing and Balance

21.  You are reminded to balance screentime with other activities including physical exercise and face-to-face social interactions.

22.  You should avoid excessive use of your devices outside learning hours.

23.  You should take regular breaks to rest your eyes and mind.

24.  You are reminded to practice good sleep hygiene by not using your devices one hour before bedtime.

Non-compliance with the above will lead to disciplinary action in accordance with the school’s discipline policy.