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Student Web Pages |
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There has been a great deal of controversy concerning students and their rights to create and publish web pages while in school. The issues are: · Who actually owns the web page? If the author libels someone on his or her page, who is responsible for what was written? The author (student) or the ISP provider (school)? Should schools try to control content of what is placed on the server? If so, is this in violation of student first amendment rights? · Should the schools have editorial rights on what is published on their server? Is this an infringement on student first amendment rights? · Can student privileges to use the Internet be revoked? Should the Internet be used for educational purposes only during school time? Do schools have the right to control how students use their network? · Should students be permitted to link externally via the school server? If so, should their be filters to block pornography and other questionable subject matter? If a school does not allow students to link externally, are they taking away the opportunity to access all kinds of information, and as a result limit students educational experiences? · Many schools mission statements include a statement about life-long learning. Does life-long learning mean that students are expected to learn beyond the curriculum? If so, should students be allowed to create web pages for whatever reason or purpose they would like? Should students only be permitted to create web pages in the context of a class assignment that is in some way related to the curriculum? · What are the legal precedents in place for student created speech and websites? The purpose of this site is not to take a position on any of the above questions, but instead to provide you with information and links that support both sides of each argument. Hopefully this will enable you to make a well-informed decision on your stance on each subject. |
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Student Web Page Navigation Menu |
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Student Web Pages |
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Who Owns a Web Page? |
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Does the Location of a Web Page Matter? |
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In the Case of Libel, Who is Responsible? |
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Are Student Web Pages a Right or a Privilege? |
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Should Students be Allowed to Link to External Resources? |
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Does the Purpose/Context of a Web Page Matter? |
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Court Decisions That Have Set the Framework for Student Publication or Speech |
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Court Decisions Related to Student Web Pages |
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References and Related Links |
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Student Web Page Navigation Menu |
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Court Decisions That Have Set the Framework for Student Publication or Speech |