Q5 Develop an acceptable use policy concerning the use of smartphones for the Independent Institute of Education to be implemented at various campuses

THE INDEPENDENT INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY (AUP) FOR MOBILE DEVICES ON CAMPUS

  • students are responsible for their own mobile devices. the school will not be held liable for any devices lost,stolen or broken on campus grounds 
  • use of smart phones during tests and examinations are  strictly PROHIBITED .
  • devices are required to be switched off and either handed in to the lecturer or put away with your other personal belongings.
  • any student caught using their mobile phones to cheat on assignment or any other school evaluation will be dealt with accordingly

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