INTERNET USAGE & CYBER

ETIQUETTE POLICY
At Kunskapsskolan, we view technology as a powerful teaching learning
resource. Students use technology enabled devices as a tool for effective learning
Kunskapsskolan,
and performance improvement in and outside school. To understand our Gurgaon
systems and to use technology as responsible cybercitizens, it is necessary to
educate users on potential risks and how to safeguard oneself. This document
serves as guide for setting right expectations for intended users.
PURPOSE
This document establishes the acceptable use of systems and technology by its students, parents
and staff members collectively referred to as ‘users’. The policy ensures that users are able to
use technology and technology enabled devices and related communication technologies
appropriately and safely.

SCOPE
This document serves as a guide to ‘users’ and outlines the expectation and responsibilities such
that users become aware and responsible cybercitizens. It is the responsibility of the users to
familiarize themselves with, and abide by, the rules of this usage policy.

RESPONSIBILITY OF SCHOOL
The advancement and use of digital technology has grown rapidly and has become an important
resource for teaching, learning & development. As these technological platforms are used in
learning, it is important to educate the users on the safe, ethical and responsible use of Internet.

Taking a proactive role in the internet safety of its users, the school has implemented a robust
internet security firewall safeguarding the users from accessing any unethical /inappropriate
information on Internet.

The staff and teachers work to protect the safety and security of its users while using any
form of digital communication platform.

For any queries or reporting unethical / inappropriate use of internet and grievances, the user
can contact school administration by writing to Academic Coordinator.

E Mail : info@kunskapsskolan.edu.in

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EXPECTATIONS FROM STUDENTS
In school:
• To protect the confidentiality and integrity of peers and others in the environment,
images and photographs of any person in the school community can be downloaded,
printed, posted or circulated only with the consent of the school authorities or the
concerned individual.

• To keep all electronic devices such as mobiles, iPad, laptops, notebooks etc. charged for
uninterrupted usage during Workshop and other learning sessions

• Any content available online will be strictly accessed via the school network and not
through SIM installed on the devices

• Photographs, Video and Audio recordings of peers and others in the school environment
can be made only with the consent of the school authority or the person concerned

• The onus for the safety and the hygiene of the device is on the owner

• All sources are to be acknowledged – else it will be work that is plagiarized

• Students should not carry any kind of personal storage devices like pen drives, CDs,
external hard drives etc. to the School without taking a prior written approval from their
base group teacher.

[Refer Annexure 1: What is “Digital footprint”?]

[Refer Annexure 2: Social Media Platforms]

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EXPECTATIONS FROM PARENTS
Parents play an important role in teaching their children the importance of protecting personal
information while online. They should be vigilant about their child’s internet activities and
inform school authorities about any misconduct or suspicious behaviour.

All devices being used by students are learning tools and should be used limitedly as tools of
entertainment.

• Parents should discuss and educate their children about Internet safety as soon as
he/she begins using the Internet

• Parents should take responsibility to ensure that the learning device/tool (mobile,
tablet, laptop, notebook etc..) is safeguarded against unproductive and unsafe activities
also since more often than not, unproductive activities damage the operating system
and slow the system down thereby making the asset a liability

• Parents to set the search engine to block material that is not meant for children below
16/18 years

• Parents to install content /internet filtering software / tools on internet –enabled

devices

• Parents should be vigilant about the activities their children are involved online. Setting
limits to ‘digital time’ ensures they do not have uninterrupted access to internet

• Parents to ensure that they disable and remove the SIM from the device used for
learning

• Parents to browse the Learning PortalTM and EDS with the children and initiate
discussions on their learning goals

• No face time or calls directly to the student during school hours. Parents can get in touch
through the Reception.

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WHAT PARENTS AND STUDENTS CAN EXPECT FROM THE SCHOOL.
• Ongoing measures to strengthen and ensure robust IT access security protocols from
time to time
• Regular sessions on safe cyber practices by experts and teachers
• Inspection of all BYOD devices to ensure IT compliance. Only compliant devices will be
allowed access to school network.
• Spot checks for SIM enabled devices.
• Strong action against any transgression related to internet usage and cyber safety while
in school.

ZERO TOLERANCE (NOT LIMITED TO)

The following points are critical with respect to internet usage and etiquette and fall under
zero tolerance in case of violation:

• Using, posting or distributing profane, lewd, vulgar, threatening, or abusive language in

e-mail messages, social media sites or applications

• Stealing, using, or disclosing someone else's password without authorization and or

sharing passwords with each other

• Downloading, copying or pirating software and electronic files that are copyrighted or
without authorization

• Sharing confidential material or information related to school with outsiders.

• Hacking into unauthorized websites

• Sending or posting solicitations, or advertisements not related to School purposes or

activities

• Forwarding chain emails and / or creating fake profiles on social medial platforms

• Passing off personal views as representing those of the School

• Damaging School’s computer equipment, files, data or the Internet System in any way,
including spreading computer viruses, vandalizing data, software or equipment

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 • Participating in posting inappropriate comments on any social media platform

• Using another person's name, username or password or otherwise attempt to gain

access to the account of any other user

• Attempting to gain access to material that is blocked or filtered by the School

• Authorise, aid, encourage or incite any other person to do or attempt to do any of the
above acts.

DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
Violation of this Policy may result in one or more of the following disciplinary actions
depending on the severity of the offence.

• Verbal and written warning

• Restriction or revocation of access privileges to Internet
• Removal of access privileges to the Learning PortalTM
• Student detention, suspension or expulsion
• If SIM is found, it will be confiscated permanently.

These measures are being taken for the sole purpose of improving and enhancing the learning
process of our students and to support them to become more responsible cybercitizens.

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ANNEXURES

Annexure 1: What is “Digital footprint”?

The internet is a great place for sharing, but you need to remember that you are
responsible for what you share online. Everything you post / share online combines to
make your digital footprint.

Remember that what you share with your friends may also be viewed by people you don’t
know. And once it is online, it could be there forever. All information posted online can
be traced back to source. So share and post information responsibly.

Tips to manage your digital footprint -

o Keep your personal details private. Use a nickname instead of your real name
and do not share your personal details with anyone

o Keep passwords private. Set different usernames and passwords for maximum
protection

o Think before you post. Once posted, it can be difficult to remove and it can
traced back to source.

o Be respectful of other people’s content that you post or share. Don’t forward
other peoples e-mails or share their personal information without their
permission

o Read the terms and conditions of any photo-sharing sites or other sites on which
you can post information

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 Annexure 2: Social Media Platforms 1

Social media is about collaboration and sharing information – therefore, the digital tools
need to be used with greater responsibility. Chatting to friends using IM, in chat rooms
and on social networking sites can be great ways to keep up to date.

The ability to interact and communicate with others is one of the biggest attractions of
the Internet for children. Unfortunately, they don't really understand that such activities
can put their privacy at risk or even threaten their safety. Hence they should be aware of
acceptable behaviour for using internet.

Some important things to remember when joining a social networking site and chatting
with people online are:

o Creating an Account: Before creating a personal account on Social networking

site, you should abide by the terms and conditions. Register the correct age to
ensure that the safety protection tools provided for under 16/18 years of age is
applied to them

o Set your profile to private—customize your profile settings so only your friends
can see it

o Keep your personal details private—avoid posting personal information such as

your full name, address, mobile number or school

o Keep your password secret—don’t even share it with your friends

o Manage your friend list—having too many online friends makes it harder to
manage who can access your information. Don’t accept friend requests if you’re
not sure about the person

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“Social Media Platform” means any form of online platform /tool that allows interactive
communication, including, but not limited to, social networks, blogs, Internet websites, internet forums,
and wikis. Examples of social media include, but are not limited to, Facebook, Twitter,
YouTube, Google+, Flickr etc

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o Treat people the way you want to be treated. Avoid using bad language and
don’t say nasty things. For example, if you type a message to someone in UPPER
CASE or use a long string of exclamations they may think you are shouting at
them. Avoid it.

o Students should not post/tag other’s photograph without their consent

o Content that can hurt the image of the school or of a person cannot be uploaded
on any social media site

o Students should not spend too long on social networking sites as it can affect the
time to be spent on academics

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 Annexure 3: Consent Form

Consent Form

I_________________________________Parent of_______________________________studying in

class _____________________ have read and understood Internet Usage & Cyber Etiquette Policy of

Kunskapsskolan, Gurgaon. I agree to abide by all guidelines stated in this policy.

I would take care of the internet enabled device sent to school and online safety and protection of my

child and report any misuses of technology to the School authorities.

Name:
Signature:
Date:

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