On-Line Course Acceptable Use Policy

1. Use Aventa Learning course resources only for authorized purposes.
• Students will respect the work and creativity of the authors of materials that are viewed on the Internet. Therefore, students will not copy files from the Internet for any use other than for personal use, unless the webmaster explicitly states that the page may be copied indiscriminately.
2. Use only legal versions of copyrighted software in full compliance with licensing agreements.
• Students will respect the work and creativity of software developers and not download or duplicate licensed software. Students may download public domain programs and will pay for shareware programs. Students assume all risks in regard to programs which are public domain, shareware, or licensed.
3. Exercise responsible, ethical behavior.
• The Internet is a global network of information. Information available may be useful and scholarly, but it may also be incorrect, plagiarized, or offensive. There are no gatekeepers or systems of censorship in place on the Internet. Students need to learn and exercise sound judgment in using this material.
4. Respect individuals' freedom from harassment.
• Students will protect the privacy of their classmates. Students will not publish any names, passwords, e-mail addresses, or other information pertaining to other students or staff. Aventa Learning courses require e-mail and discussion boards for communication and learning; students will respect the technology as a means of instruction. Students will not use any e-mail account as a means to harass, intimidate, or offend others, including Aventa Learning students and staff.
5. Use the technology and the Aventa Learning format in a respectful manner.
• Students will not use the Aventa Learning network for financial gain or for any commercial or illegal activity. Students will follow rules, written and unwritten, pertaining to Internet etiquette, and communicate respectfully to all people. Students will not attempt to bypass security protocols on servers or workstations.
6. Actions that constitute inappropriate use include, but are not limited to:
• Use a login or password other than their own without permission
• Use files or data other than their own without permission
• Attempt to break in to system operations of the network or servers
• Attempt to decode or circumvent security protocols
• Engage in activity that exposes the systems and residing information to any level of harm or danger
• Make illegal copies of software
• Use the Aventa Learning network, e-mail, discussion boards for partisan political purposes, harassment, or commercial venture
• Engage in any activity that does not comply with the Interlocal 609/Aventa Learning non-discriminatory policy
7. Students who violate any part of this agreement or engage in any other activity which school authorities consider inappropriate will be subject to disciplinary action consistent with Aventa Learning academic honesty policies and procedures. Discipline could include, but would not be limited to, immediate suspension or termination of my Internet access to the Aventa Learning courses.
• Any attempt to break into or tamper with the system operations, including any student records or grades, will result in cancellation of privileges.
• By enrolling in this course, students accept the terms of this Policy and acknowledge and hold the Education Service Center and Aventa Learning harmless for any injury or offense that may be suffered by accessing information on the Internet.
8. Credit will be granted by Aventa Learning in accordance with district policies.
9. On-Line courses are approved for credit by the Board of Education consistent with any other instructional delivery. Therefore, all district policies related to academic honesty, participation, and attendance will apply to on-line courses.
10. The pace at which the student progresses within a class may be determined by the student's school and the pacing policies of the teacher. If there are no such policies in place, the student will complete a semester class in six months from the date the class is begun. A year long class must be completed in twelve months.

1. As a student taking a Aventa Learning course, I am aware that:
2. Certain standards are expected of me, as a student, inappropriate use of the internet of any kind will not be tolerated.
3. Inappropriate language or messages will not be tolerated.
4. Because of the technology, anything I do in the course could be retrieved and printed by the teacher at anytime.
5. The student and school are responsible for providing the technology required to perform basic course functions. If this technology is not functioning properly, it is the responsibility of the student and the school to make appropriate changes.
6. Course procedures that must be followed are:
• Students must communicate with their teacher on a regular basis.
• Students must not inappropriately use information within the course.
• If the student encounters technical difficulties that prevent participation in the class, the student must notify the teacher and/or help desk within 24 hours.
• Students must follow all other rules as specified by the teacher.