Information technology

BOS has designated IT labs for the Primary and Secondary schools and bookable i-pads for all teaching staff. From grades 6 and above BOS follows a ‘bring your own device’ (BYOD) policy where students bring a suitable device (in line with the school policy and technical requirements) into school to support teaching and learning in particular lessons. All students and teachers from grade 3 upwards use google classroom.

Technology: responsible use guidelines
Baku Oxford School uses technology to enhance its mission by inspiring young minds to develop critical thinking, problem solving skills and enthusiasm for lifelong learning. We want to ensure that all hardware, software and other equipment is used responsibly. The following guidelines are intended to help individual users understand responsible use:
Technology Maintenance
• Each user is responsible for his/her own use on a device, and should treat and use it responsibly and appropriately
• Users are advised to back up their files regularly to Google Drive
• In case of damage caused to a school device, the user of the device is responsible for repairs and replacement
• Users are not to install any software or change settings on the school’s IT resources Eating and drinking is not permitted in the IT labs or when using the school’s IT resources
• Students may only use the school’s IT resources when supervised by a teacher or staff member
• Any laptop, related equipment, or software that is discovered to be stolen, missing or damaged must be reported immediately
Communication
• The internet should be used to enhance the overall mission of the school, researching, sharing documents and using apps to enhance learning are some activities which show responsible use of the internet The internet contains information that is inconsistent with BOS’s CORE core values (e.g.
vulgarity, gambling, hate messages, violence). The use of the internet for such purposes is prohibited
• Any malicious attempt to harm or destroy school technology equipment or materials, the data of another user, or any of the institutions, or other networks that are connected to the internet is prohibited. This includes unauthorized use of the school logo, website resources and other related files
• Users must adhere to BOS’s blogging and social networking policies
• All students from grade 6 upwards will have a school Google Apps account and will be trained on using GoogleDocs. Additionally, from grade 6, all students will also have a school email address and full access to other Google App services.
• The primary purpose of this email address is for school related communication that serves the teaching and learning at OIS
• Students are personally responsible for each message sent. No inappropriate language or content is permitted
• Teachers and other adults should be addressed in formal text
• Use proper netiquette: do not send chain letters, provide clear subject headings in emails, and protect your private information
• Emailing in class is permitted only with the direct permission of the teacher
• The use of mobile phones is not allowed during class time and their use is only permitted in the school lobby or from permission by a teacher
• School e-mail communication shall not be considered confidential and may be monitored at any time by designated staff
• Use of 3G USB data cards and SIM cards is strictly prohibited
Digital Citizenship
• Use all IT resources responsibly, with honesty and integrity, and respecting others
• Respect copyright and privacy laws, and use citations as required
• Do not participate in unapproved chat rooms or instant messaging while in school
• While privacy will be respected, staff members may request access to student files, school e-mail communication, and student owned machines if there is reason to suspect violation of these guidelines
• The school reserves the right to track an individual’s use of the internet when in school
• Reading, deleting, copying, or modifying other student’s electronic documents is strictly prohibited
• Any online communication should be something you could say in person: this includes emails, instant messages, digital images/videos, or web postings
• Cyberbullying is treated as any other form of bullying with defined consequences
BYOD
• Baku-Oxford School’s BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) programme will require students from grades 9 to 12 to bring in their own personal devices such as tablets and laptops to school for educational use. It gives teachers the flexibility to use technology in their lessons at any time as well as giving student’s both personal ownership of their own devices and freedom to choose a device they are most comfortable with.
• Students of grades 8 and below do not have permission to bring in their own personal laptops or tablet devices to school
• The student is responsible for all issues to do with charging, maintenance and repairs of the device. This includes installing software and backing up files
• Any student bringing their own device to school does so at their own risk and the school is not responsible for any damage or theft of the device on the school premises
• Students are to use their personal device solely for educational purposes - playing games is strictly prohibited
• When not in use devices should be locked away in student lockers
• Unattended charging of devices is strictly prohibited
• As already mentioned, while privacy will be respected, staff members may request access to student owned machines if there is reason to suspect violation of these guidelines