There are many examples of social media policies in
libraries and organisations that could relate specifically to formulating a
social media policy in a school situation. Below are a combination of articles
and specific policy examples that would be useful for a K-12 school in this
situation.
1.
Kroski, E. (2009). Should Your Library Have A School Media Policy? School Library
Journal, 10/1/09.
This article highlights the social and public nature of
social media. It also outlines some potential hazards of social media. Ground
rules and guidelines, standards and discussions on what is acceptable are summarised.
Specific inclusions for a social media policy are listed such as a disclaimer,
not including secrets, being yourself, respecting copyright and colleagues,
posting accurate information, being aware of policies, using good judgement and
accepting responsibility for what is written.
2. Boudreaux,
C. (2012) Empowerment With Accountability.
Social Media Governance.
219 policies are listed in this database, from Universities,
to companies such as Coca-Cola, BBC, Fedex, Flickr, Intel, Governments and
hospitals. Tweeting guidelines, social media policy, web standards, principles
for interaction, blogging code of conduct and how to blog safely are a few
topics covered. There are lists of resources available to purchase about social
media.
3.
National Library of Australia, Social Media Policy, 2010- 2012.
The National Library of Australia embraces the use of social
media and encourages their employees to do so with good judgement. They have
specific objectives detailing how to use social media, responsibilities of
employees and urging them to comply with policies and procedures. The policy
details official, professional, private and inappropriate use, risks and also
record keeping.
4. Teachers
Training International, (2011). Discover the
2 Keys To Implementing a School Social Media Policy That Works
This article discusses 2 keys to
implementing a social media policy. Firstly, to write a specific policy relevant to
your school needs. They suggest being aware of state and local schools policies.
Secondly the article discusses the need to understand how to use social media
without compromising teachers’ professional integrity. Schools need to decide
how both teachers and students can interact safely and provide safeguards for
them.
5.
Giffards Primary School Social Networking Policy
This primary school acknowledge the increasing number of staff and
students using social networking sites. They recognise the opportunities to
engage and communicate, but the need to do this safely. Their policy aims to
protect staff and make recommendations on how to deal with inappropriate
behaviour. The policy includes using social networking at work, as a school
service, sets out guidelines for both staff and students, discusses Child
Protection and Bullying issues.
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