Schools invited to join Internet services project
Secondary schools are invited to join the Education Department's Internet services project in which schools will be provided with free accounts to access the Internet.
"The objectives of the project are to enrich computer teaching and learning activities in schools and to provide an additional channel for teachers and students to retrieve educational material and interact with teachers and students overseas," Principal Inspector (Computer Education), Mr Teng Shiu-bong, said.
"This is a significant step in enhancing the knowledge and skills of our students in information technology."
Under the project, each school will be provided with one to two free accounts by three Internet service providers, namely, chili.net Limited, Hong Kong Star Internet Limited and Hongkong Telecom IMS.
In order to access the Internet, each school will have to install a datel line in the computer room.
Mr Teng said where applicable, the initial cost of installing the datel line may be charged to the School and Class Grant, and any monthly supplementary charges to the recurrent Computer Subject Grant.
An information leaflet on the Internet services project for secondary schools is attached to the circular issued to schools today.
School heads who wish to participate in the project are advised to study the offers carefully and choose one that best meets their needs. They may also contact the relevant Internet service provider direct.
Schools should return the completed reply slip on or before December 31.
Guidelines on using Internet resources in schools have also been issued.
"While the three Internet service providers have agreed to filter out unsuitable material from being viewed by participating schools, teachers or students who come across any pornographic material on the Internet may refer the details of the suspected pornographic sites to the Television and Entertainment Licensing Authority for necessary action," said Mr Teng.