It seems even the President of the United States is getting involved in the social media, "selfie" craze these days....
But wait just one second, teachers and students, before you go posting that thought or pic, because it may just get you fired or expelled...
In this day and age where everyone wants to share their thoughts and actions with the World, we often forget that clicking "post" can have ramifications. After all, with great power comes great responsibility- and having the world at your fingertips is having great power. Teachers and students alike are coming under increased scrutiny for what they post on social media. Teachers have been fired over their posts and pictures as it reflects poorly on the school they work for; students have been disciplined for cyber bullying or other actions they have chosen to reveal online. Here are some articles or blog links citing such incidences:
"What Right Do Schools Have to Discipline Students for What They Say Off Campus?" Article from The Atlantic.
"Social media and Faculty Discipline" A wassom.com blog post.
"Social Media and Student Disciple" A wassom.com blog post.
In the 21st Century, it is incredibly important that we train our staff, faculty, and students to be responsible digital citizens. So, the next time you click "post," think twice about how it will reflect upon not only you, but your school.
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