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Internet Research And Appropriate Content: Keeping Students Safe On The Internet, Robert James Genetski
Internet Research And Appropriate Content: Keeping Students Safe On The Internet, Robert James Genetski
Masters Theses
Since the advent of the Internet, educators have struggled with the problem of utilizing its research potential while protecting students from viewing inappropriate content such as pornography, illegal substances and hate-oriented websites. Schools need to face this challenge with a plan for how to best protect children from offensive material while allowing quality research opportunities.
This study uses research from experts in the field and a survey of 156 teachers to determine the best way to maximize Internet research and protect children from offensive material online. This study is the first to survey teachers for their opinions on Acceptable Use …