This guide will help school and district administrators and technology team members develop policies on instructional technology that contribute to a community of learning rather than an 'electronic lockdown' where students and staff feel restricted. The book emphasizes a collaborative approach to technology policy development, involving students, parents, staff, and administrators, and other community members. It offers jargon-free explanations of legal considerations, and outlines strategies for evaluating a school's needs, managing technology to protect student and staff privacy, responding to challenges of social networking and emerging technologies, and developing acceptable use policies. The resource section provides sample policy documents and templates. Wells is IT policies and communication director for Gwinnett County Public Schools. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)