Digital Media Usage Policy for Course Delivery
Policy
A. General
- Digital media should be used to enhance the learning experience for students, not to replace traditional teaching methods.
- Digital media should be used in a way that is consistent with the university's mission and values.
B. Ownership and Copyright
- All digital media content used in course delivery must comply with copyright laws.
- Faculty members are responsible for ensuring that they have the right to use and distribute digital media content within the course.
C. Accessibility
- Digital media should be used in a way that is accessible to all students, regardless of their technical skills or abilities.
D. Privacy
- Digital media should be used in a way that protects the privacy and security of students by avoiding the use of personal information without consent in digital media content.
E. Security
- Secure all digital media content to prevent unauthorized access or distribution. Use secure platforms for content delivery.
- Faculty and staff should report any incidents of misuse of digital media to the IT Services Manager.
F. Professionalism
- Maintain professionalism in all digital media communications, discussions, and presentations related to the course.
G. Fair Use
- Follow fair use practices when incorporating third-party digital media into course materials.
H. Technical Requirements
- Faculty and staff should provide students with clear instructions on how to use digital media for their course.
- Clearly communicate any technical requirements for accessing or participating in digital media-enhanced courses.
- Faculty and staff should monitor student use of digital media and provide feedback as needed.