Attachment 3: Internet Use Policy

All information processed through the Department of Information Technology (IT) is considered sensitive and/or confidential. This information is based on a legitimate "need to know." The unauthorized use or abuse of any college owned or leased computer system, and installed software and files, is prohibited.

Chadron State College reserves the right to cancel accounts, initiate disciplinary action, limit or restrict access to computer accounts, equipment or the network, file criminal charges or take other appropriate action against individuals who act in an irresponsible manner and/or infringe upon the rights of others.

Unauthorized actions include but are not restricted to the following:

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  Attempting to, or successfully logging in to, an account other than that which is officially assigned by IT.
  
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  Using an account for other than the authorized purpose.
  
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  Providing students with Chadron State College issued passwords.
  
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  Modifying or destroying data which is not specifically assigned to or created by the user.
  
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  Using computers, software, or other college equipment for personal or commercial financial gain is strictly prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees.
  
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  Abusing computer hardware.
  
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  Including profane, vulgar or other harassing language within e-mail messages, programs, and/or files.
  
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  Accessing pornographic resources that are in view of and offensive to others.
  
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  Utilizing computer resources with the intent to harass others.
  
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  Installing and/or spreading virus related software.
  
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  Placing undue burden on the CSC network.
  
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  Violating CSC Policies.
  

Inspection of a user's files on back-up media by IT personnel in the course of responding to a request from that user for restoration of one or more files shall not be deemed a violation of the user's privacy.

In the event of an actual, suspected, or anticipated violation of the security of a computer system, designated system administrators may inspect any file on Chadron State College computers, without the user's knowledge, in an effort to determine the nature and means of the violation and the perpetrator thereof. In order to protect the integrity of the investigation network activity may be monitored, user directories and files may be reviewed, and user accounts may be disabled until the conclusion of the investigation. Files will be backed up for the purpose of recovery, if circumstances warrant.

Only those individuals named by the Director of Information Technology as being directly responsible for the security of Chadron State College computers may use special privileges which permit the examination, copying or printing of files, programs, electronic mail, or other information in a user's account, without the user's prior permission. This shall apply equally to mail resident on servers which has not been retrieved by the user.

The designated individuals may only use their special privileges in the event of a violation or reasonable suspicion of violation of computer security. A system administrator may not divulge any information obtained using special privileges to any person other than the Director of Information Technology, who will take the appropriate action. If an individual suspects someone has attained access to his/her account, the incident should be reported to the Director of Information Technology immediately in order to initiate appropriate action.

Please refer to the CSC Copyright Policies.

Please refer to the Information Technology Support Policy.

Student accounts are automatically generated by the Department of Information Technology. Students will be granted an account for the duration of their student status.

Employee accounts may be established by completing an Employee Request for Computer Account form, available from the Department of Information Technology. Employees will be granted an account for the duration of employment. Individuals are considered employees if hired for Chadron State College full-time and part time positions. Student employees funded via work study or institutional funds do not qualify for employee accounts. Faculty Emeritus may obtain an account by completing an Employee Request for Computer Account Form.

Employees will make reasonable efforts to safeguard their account passwords. No employee may allow unauthorized persons access to college data, computing or network resources by sharing their password, except in cases necessary to facilitate computer maintenance and repairs. Unauthorized persons include and are not limited to student employees and family members.

Although it is the policy of the State College not to monitor individual usage of any computing resources, the College or System Office as appropriate, reserves the right to monitor user activities taking place on the CSC network and on computer lab systems, via network monitoring software, cameras, student lab assistant's observation, etc. without advance notice or specific permission, for any legitimate business purpose.

Individuals must adhere to this Acceptable Use Policy in order to retain access to campus computer facilities.

Read Section J of the Code of Conduct

Attachment 4

About UDL

What is Universal Design for Learning?

Universal Design for Learning is a set of principles for curriculum development that give all individuals equal opportunities to learn.

UDL provides a blueprint for creating instructional goals, methods, materials, and assessments that work for everyone--not a single, one-size-fits-all solution but rather flexible approaches that can be customized and adjusted for individual needs.

Why is UDL necessary?

Individuals bring a huge variety of skills, needs, and interests to learning. Neuroscience reveals that these differences are as varied and unique as our DNA or fingerprints. Three primary brain networks come into play:

Recognition Networks

The "what" of learning

Strategic Networks

The "how" of learning

Affective Networks

The "why" of learning

How we gather facts and categorize what we see, hear, and read. Identifying letters, words, or an author's style are recognition tasks.

Planning and performing tasks. How we organize and express our ideas. Writing an essay or solving a math problem are strategic tasks.

How learners get engaged and stay motivated. How they are challenged, excited, or interested. These are affective dimensions.

Present information and content in different ways

Differentiate the ways that students can express what they know

Stimulate interest and motivation for learning

Visit the National Center on UDL

Founded in 2009, the National Center on UDL supports the effective and widescale implementation of UDL by connecting stakeholders in the field and providing resources and information.

Teacher-Friendly UDL Tools
Examples and Resources

UDL videos, articles, presentations, and links

1.1 Demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems, including networked environments.

1.2 Develop sufficient technical skills to successfully use, troubleshoot and maintain technology and telecommunications tools in daily life, work situations and learning environments.

1.3 Discriminate among a variety of technologies and media to select appropriate technology for specific purposes.

2.1 Practice responsible use of technology systems, information and software.

2.2 Understand the ethical, cultural, environmental and societal implications of technology and telecommunications.
3. Use technology to communicate effectively and creatively.

3.1 Use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

3.2 Use telecommunications to collaborate, publish and interact with peers, experts and other audiences.

3.3 Create, produce and present ideas in a variety of forms, including text, video, graphics and conversation.

4.1 Enhance content-area learning with technology-infused lessons.

4.2 Construct new meaning and knowledge by combining and synthesizing different types of information.

4.3 Use computer modeling, image processing, simulations and data manipulation to develop understanding.

4.4 Use a variety of tools to produce quality products.
5. Use technology for research, problem solving and decision-making.

5.1 Use technology to locate, evaluate, collect and organize information from a variety of sources.

5.2 Review information analytically and transform it into useful knowledge to solve problems.

5.3 Work with a group to collaboratively solve a problem and present results.

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   Recommend two initiatives to Faculty Senate (Passed, September, 2011)
   
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     Recommendation One: Update faculty and lab computer systems as a matter of practice, not on a request only basis. The Information Technology department should see to it that CSC faculty systems and computer labs are running the latest versions of system and application software to support the preparation of students for the workforce of the future.
     
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       Operating Systems: Windows 7 on all compatible systems; Mac OSX (latest version); Addresses Technology Issues List Item 1.1
       
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       Hardware Drivers: Should be updated
       
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       Applications: Move to Office 2010/Mac Office 2011 (which provides added features such as online voting); Addresses Technology Issues List Item 1.2
       
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       Browser: IE9 on all compatible systems; Technology Issues List Item 1.3
       
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       Malware: Most current enterprise solution; Technology Issues List Item 1.5
       
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     Recommendation Two: Research the possibility of outsourcing faculty email/groupware. A fully hosted outlook, entire groupware solution with SharePoint server, syncing, meeting scheduler, and more is estimated at $2,000-$3,000 per month for 300 users (without negotiation). This recommendation would allow faculty to begin using all the advanced features of Outlook immediately (i.e. full featured email, access to files from any Internet connection, advanced calendaring, increased connectivity to smartphone, advanced security features). Addresses Technology Issues List Item 1.10
     

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   Improve technology-related communications
   
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     Designate the help-desk as the first line for reporting an IT issue. A current IT project is to update helpdesk software. This will allow for Faculty to electronically report and review the status of reported cases. IT will plan for increased call load.
     
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     SAKAI Oversight Committee has focused effort on improved communication
     
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     IT is designating responsibilities for IT staff (e.g., apple tech, PC tech); there were three new hires in the IT department
     

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   Assist Ann Burk with the Mobile Computing Project
   
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     Provided input on the most effective means for faculty training (pre-training, device checkout, all faculty meeting timeslot) and feedback on the technology usage
     
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   Receive updates on the ETC Technology Issues List; adding items as necessary. Updates noted in 2/15/2012 Minutes; new additions noted below:
   
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     Classroom connectivity for mobile devices
     
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       Apple TV equipment in Old Admin--Justice Studies Faculty. This equipment only works with Apple products.
       
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       Planet wireless projection gateway projections Miller Hall 104, 203, 308, & 204. Works with PC, limited use with IPad.
       
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       Tethered cable between room computer and tablet. David Neisheim is testing in Old Admin. Works only with Apple.
       
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       Mirror Op installed on the room computer. Software based version, no hardware needed. Would work with both Apple & PC.
       
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     MS Outlook Scheduling Assistant
     
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     Campus system for reporting/tracking technology issues & requests
     
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   Develop Technology Recommendations for 2012-2013
   
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     As noted below
     

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  A new system for tracking technology issues; one that is open to review by all faculty and is accessible via the Web. This should replace the ETC Issues list because it would be much easier to review, update, and maintain.
  
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  Wireless printing across the campus, especially in the student center
  
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  Enhancement/replacement of the campus ID card system; smartcards
  
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  Consideration for the growing number of system passwords; continue to review and consolidate as possible, without compromising security or reliability
  
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  Enhance classroom mediation, specific examples: updated (short-throw) projection systems, consistent connectivity of mobile devices to systems across campus buildings, better speakers, wireless mice, strings on pull down screens, and phone numbers/instructions posted in the mediated classrooms
  
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  Training: classroom and mobile technology
  
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  Not all mobile devices have Outlook Anywhere deployed, this accounts for reports of “timing out”; when Webmail is used and set to public computer, it times out. All mobile device users should be able to use Outlook Anywhere and it should be setup correctly. Instructions were sent, but setup can be tricky and it’s difficult to go back if a mistake is made. Mobile devices should be checked for proper setup of Outlook Anywhere.
  
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  Technology communication lines should be clearly defined; there is still some ambiguity as to where to begin requests for technology enhancements and repair, and a lack in communication regarding the progress of projects once they begin
  
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  Implementation of Sharepoint Server to enable better collaboration and document sharing in a controlled, campus-focused environment
  
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  Enhanced method of pushing system updates, especially in classrooms, to ensure teaching is not disrupted
  
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  Information and training opportunities throughout the year for the newly released Open Academic Environment (OAE) so faculty can make informed decisions about the possibility of moving to this new release of Sakai before the rSmart contract expires in 2013
  
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  Provide reliable and accessible backup options for office and mobile computing systems
  
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  Ensure malware protection is properly deployed across the campus
  
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  Complete the research on the outsourcing of Outlook
  
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  Push browser updates as soon as they are deemed “ready” by IT; no need to gain faculty approval, just provide ample notice. Some faculty have raised the issue of using alternative browsers (Chrome, Firefox).
  
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  Generally speaking, complete the projects from the ETC Issues list
  
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  Audit of CSC’s Technical Infrastructure to ensure scalability
  
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    Network monitoring?
    
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    Hardware failover?
    
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    Data redundancy on key systems?
    
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    Internet capacity
    
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  Sakai: reliability, responsiveness, tools
  

Following is a list of items submitted by constituency group, for consideration as support for some of the general priorities listed above.

The student senate has conducted a survey and has come up with a list of priorities for the students.

                        1) smartcards

                        2) wireless printing (especially in the student center)

                        3) single “sign on ‘
 Math/Science Building Faculty:

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   (Faculty member #1) We need to get room 229 mediated with all computers having internet access.  (need 3 more lines)
   

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   (Faculty member #2) I would like to request a short-throw projector for the Math & Science Learning Center M&S Rm 229.  I am scheduled to teach Earth Science and Natural Hazards in that classroom next year.  (Two other teachers) also teach a class in there next year.  It would help us greatly to have one.  There is already a new instructor's computer there so really we just need the projector and that room will be mediated!  Thank you so much for considering this!
   

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   (Faculty member #3) Here's my thoughts:
   

•   Training on the 'extra' technology in the classrooms, and how to reset to default mode

•   Better speakers in some of the classrooms

•   Wireless mice in ALL classrooms, so I can walk to the back and control the classroom interaction better....06 had a wireless, but is now tethered.  08 is on such a short tether that I literally have to be nearly hidden behind the technology to use it.

•   Expansion of the Educational Technology to consider all teaching technology, which would include microscopes, data probes, etc., and inclusion of mechanisms to use across disciplines.  (For example, art could come over and use the dissecting scopes, if they wanted to look at brush stroke techniques.)

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   (Faculty member #4) We need a ceiling mounted projector to be installed in room 032.  We already have a Smart Board and computer in that room.
   

Consider Sharepoint Server

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   Update from our current malware protection campus wide from Corporate 10.1.5 [XP] and 10.2 [W7] to Endpoint Protection 12.1. The current software that is still widely deployed has now been deprecated for almost three years.
   

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   What are the results of the investigation of outsourcing Outlook with an Exchange Server implementation?
   
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      We either need to get this done in-house or just contract it out.
      
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      This is currently important given the portable technology adoption and will become even more important with Windows 8. With a proper deployment of technology Windows 8 will allow a relatively seamless synchronization of data and applications across phones, tablets/slates, laptops, and desktops.
      
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      This would also provide data synchronization and backup. It is important to realize that we apparently have no coherent backup strategy other than Z-drive…?
      
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   Deploy the upgrade from Internet Explorer 8 to Internet Explorer 9 before IE 10 is released this this fall {October?}.
   
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   Upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7 across the entire enterprise.
   
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   Also, we need to conduct an audit of our as installed CSC technical infrastructure: [This will obviously get technical as well. We will be independently verifying both items as a part of the Business Academy preparation to scale for Go Pro…etc.]
   
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      Network monitoring?
      
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      Hardware failover?
      
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      Data redundancy on key systems?
      
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      Internet capacity
      

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   Reliability [high availability ~ mission critical]
   
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      Hardware failover [at least single point] [separate backplanes with balanced load sharing blades]
      
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      Data redundancy [RAID 1 type mirrored, with snapshots, tape & offsite storage
      
   3. 
      Upload [improve batch upload]
      

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   Causes Downtime
   
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   Intelligent up-loader
   
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   Use API [Unicon?]
   

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   Responsiveness/capacity
   

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   Server sizing [error on side of excess capacity]
   
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   I/O capability
   
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   CSC's own server blades & keep server monitoring in place
   

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   Sakai software
   

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   Too focused on flavor of the month type apps
   
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   Improve core functionality and take care of bugs
   
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   Functionality
   

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   Course duplication: Import from site function
   
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   Dynamic links do not persist when importing/duping
   
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   Group affinity not persistent
   
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   Grading consistency with scores & comments
   
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   Duping clears Announcements copy with email function
   
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   Course history name needs to be broken out by term throughout
   
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   Connect API integration
   
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   Internet Explore [Should it still be meta-tagged?]
   
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   Fix bugs...
   

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   The computers seem constantly to need new updates that are not happening (in particular, I’ve noticed that Java constantly needs to be updated but never seems to go through). Are these pushed through remotely? Or is there some way to have them completed outside of an instructor’s class time?
   
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   Some would like more browser options, beyond only Explorer (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, etc.)
   
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   Is it possible to have strings with hooks installed on pull down screens?
   
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   Apparently, there is a need for instructions and phone #’s in mediated classrooms in Miller.
   

State of New Jersey Department of Education Preparing Today for Tomorrow, Retrieved 1/16/12, http://www.nj.gov/education/techno/state_plan.htm