This week we learned about the importance of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). I had briefly heard of FIPPA, but it was very helpful to review it, especially as we start entering classrooms. With social media being so prevalent in my generation, as well as the current generations, it is so important to learn the rules to protect student’s privacy. I learned that you cannot request a student to sign up for a social media account (like Instagram or Facebook), even if it is for the purpose of an assignment. I had never thought about it, but it is good to know their are rules surrounding it!

Photo by Thomas Lefebvre on Unsplash

We also learned about different copyright free resources. These resources make is very easy to not have to worry about violating copyright protocol. My favourite resource was Unsplash. This site has thousands of copyright free photos, accessed through a simple search bar. It will make it very easy to add visuals to any slide deck you may make for your class!