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Monday, 24 June 2024
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6. E-security
6.1 e-safety
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9. Evaluation and Survey
9.1 Project-evaluation-teachers
9.2 Project-evaluation-students
Copyright
Copyright
Copyright is a type of intellectual property that protects original works of authorship as soon as an author fixes the work in a tangible form of expression. In copyright law, there are a lot of different types of works, including paintings, photographs, illustrations, musical compositions, sound recordings, computer programs, books, poems, blog posts, movies, architectural works, plays, and so much more!
Copyright is originality and fixation
Original Works
Works are original when they are independently created by a human author and have a minimal degree of creativity. Independent creation simply means that you create it yourself, without copying. The Supreme Court has said that, to be creative, a work must have a “spark” and “modicum” of creativity. There are some things, however, that are not creative, like: titles, names, short phrases, and slogans; familiar symbols or designs; mere variations of typographic ornamentation, lettering, or coloring; and mere listings of ingredients or contents. And always keep in mind that copyright protects expression, and never ideas, procedures, methods, systems, processes, concepts, principles, or discoveries.
Copyright is basically a legal way to protect creative works. It gives the creator, or whoever they assign the rights to, exclusive control over things like copying, distributing, adapting, and displaying the work. This applies to things like books, music, movies, art, and even computer software.
Here's a breakdown of copyright:
- Who gets copyright: Anyone who creates an original work automatically owns the copyright.
- What it protects: Copyright protects the expression of ideas, not the ideas themselves. So, the plot of a novel can't be copyrighted, but the specific words used to write the novel can be.
- What rights does it grant: Copyright owners have exclusive rights to control how their work is used. This includes things like making copies, distributing copies, creating derivative works (like making a movie based on a book), and publicly displaying the work.
- How long does it last: Copyright protection lasts for a limited time, typically the life of the creator plus an additional 70 years. After that, the work enters the public domain and can be freely used by anyone.
There's more to copyright law than this, but hopefully, this gives you a basic understanding of how it works.
e-security
E-security in schools
E-security in schools encompasses both physical security of devices and online safety practices. Here's how schools can protect their e-security:
Physical Security:
- Limit access to devices: Implement access control systems in computer labs and classrooms to restrict access to authorized personnel only.
- Secure devices: Ensure devices are physically secured with locks or tethers to prevent theft or tampering.
Cybersecurity:
- Educate staff and students: Provide regular training on cybersecurity best practices. This should cover topics like creating strong passwords, recognizing phishing attempts, and safe browsing habits.
- Strong passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enforce strong password policies and enable MFA for all accounts to add an extra layer of security.
- Firewalls and software updates: Maintain robust firewalls to filter incoming and outgoing traffic and keep all software updated with the latest security patches.
- Data backups: Regularly back up important school data to ensure it can be recovered in case of a cyberattack.
- Monitor network activity: Monitor school network traffic for any suspicious activity that might indicate a security breach.
- Clear e-safety policies: Establish clear policies on acceptable use of technology, including guidelines on social media use and data protection.
By implementing these measures, schools can create a more secure environment for students and staff to learn and work online.
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