NET/NETLESS CLASS

[Bob Hicks <aknaten@WEBTV.NET>]

The high school library(950 students) is connected to the Internet(7
terminals). The district chose NOT to install any "filtering" program
and parental permission forms were sent out. Unfortunately, over 60% of
the parents said "NO" or failed to return the "access use" form which
they know also means no. From the librarian's perspective pertaining to
reference and research, I now have a 'NET" class of students and a
"NETLESS" group which is the majority.
QUESTIONS:
1. Since the students of any particular class have the same assignment
requirements, the "NETLESS" students are at a research disadvantage. How
does the librarian address and alleviate this "research opportunity
inequality" dilemma?
2. Although I'm aware of the opposition and criticism of "filters" or
"blocking' programs, if their installation would reduce the "NETLESS"
students by a substantial percent, would it be worth the trade off?

Bob Hicks
Arkansas City High School Library
Arkansas City, KS 67005
aknaten@webtv.net

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