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Lead the conversation around connectivity and involve students in the creation of policies. Incorporate the responsible use of mobile and social technologies into acceptable-use policies. Promote one-to-one access to connectible devices, including students’ own devices, to allow for anytime-anywhere learning. Incorporate cyberbullying and sexting prevention guidelines into the student code of conduct. Participate in and provide teachers professional development on the effective use of mobile devices and networking in schools.

Articulate clear technology policies that have sufficient latitude for schools to connect electronically without fear of retribution or undue consequences. Provide technical and financial support to schools that aspire to connect students and adopt one-to-one programs. Reduce Internet filtering to maximize student access to online learning tools and to provide opportunities to exercise judgment in the selection of those tools.