Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2020

Tony Wan, Managing Editor Access and Equity How can we accommodate students who have learning disabilities in online instruction and practice universal design principles? Most learning management platforms have built-in tools for students who need accommodations. Stay safe, sane and sanitary, everyone.

Company 143

Company Social Media Policies Student Data Privacy 143

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Tactical student data privacy questions like “What can I do right now?” should be asked by all CIO’s, teachers, administrators and policymakers in this changing landscape of data access, student privacy and interoperability. Fruth describes this new data access landscape as a teeter-totter effect.

Data 41

Data Accessibility Student Data Privacy Libraries 41

edWeb.net

AUGUST 12, 2021

After the sudden switch to remote and hybrid learning models at the start of the pandemic, the use of online tools and resources may seem like less of a concern now, but ensuring that students’ data remains protected is still a priority, especially as it is a federal requirement. Complying with Federal Regulations. Reg Leichty.

Data 97

Data Student Data Privacy Software Internet Safety 97

Doug Levin

MAY 18, 2015

Of course, issues of privacy and security are related, but not the same. In general, privacy-related matters address what information can be collected by schools (whether via technology or not), for what purposes, with whom it can be shared, and under what circumstances. “ Information security “). and compliance.

Internet Safety 295

Internet Safety Student Data Privacy Policies Company 295

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

More students than ever before now have access to a quality education, no matter where they live. Lesson plans can be tailored to meet the learning needs of individual students. At the postsecondary level, more than 15% of students were enrolled exclusively online in 2017. In fact, data indicates that it’s probably not.

Learning 254

Learning Student Data Privacy Data Software 254

Edsurge

JUNE 23, 2020

Its early work focused on lobbying on behalf of its members, which also included companies across the banking, financial and trade publishing sectors. SIIA also created an “incubator” program in 2006 to support early-stage education companies, long before the idea became popular in the edtech industry. billion in U.S. billion in U.S.

Industry 163

Industry Conference EdTech Student Data Privacy 163

Edsurge

MARCH 8, 2017

LEAVING THE AMAZON: At last year’s SXSWedu, Amazon’s Education team and the company’s General Manager of K-12 Education, Rohit Agarwal, launched the " Inspire " platform, with promises to support the open education resources space. percent decrease in the amount of students who don’t return after summer and a 3.9 at a later date.

Tools 72

Tools Student Data Privacy Data Policies 72

edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

Along with a 1:1 goal, comes the deluge of edtech tools, software, and applications into classrooms. Schwab said, “There are many tools out there, but many make it super difficult for schools to see how they are using the tools that they are paying money [for]. Data Privacy. Professional Development.

Data 45

Data Student Data Privacy EdTech Software 45

Fractus Learning

MARCH 10, 2015

Protecting student privacy and making sure online environments are safe and secure is a very big deal. We have digital landscapes that are constantly evolving and students who are more and more confident exploring online without instruction or supervision. MyPermissions – Control access to personal information.

Tools 40

Tools Student Data Privacy Edmodo Android 40

Doug Levin

APRIL 27, 2017

A day late perhaps, but here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A caution for schools and educators in encouraging school communities to avail themselves of online tools and services. face up to. |

EdTech 150

EdTech Chromebook Policies Student Data Privacy 150

Edsurge

JULY 22, 2019

Then there are teachers who go out and find resources to use but have no idea about the ramifications of connecting students to those services. Whether or not they are compliant with COPPA, FERPA or CIPA or any of the student data privacy laws is not always clear. Cisneros: I love freemium tools.

EdTech 120

EdTech Student Data Privacy Data Common Core 120

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Classroom videos, student work samples and lesson plans are among the materials—which are accessible via the badge—serve as evidence. That would mark a turning point for the San Francisco-based company, which launched five years ago selling teacher observation and evaluation tools to districts.

Digital Badges 69

Digital Badges Student Data Privacy Blackboard Company 69

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

If this doesn’t get you thinking about the security risks of schools collecting and managing sensitive data, I’d submit you may not be paying close enough attention. We’re Asking The Wrong Question | Fast Company → Cathy Davidson writes: "Neither technophobia or technophilia is the right solution for our students.

EdTech 150

EdTech Industry Student Data Privacy Social Media 150

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

If this doesn’t get you thinking about the security risks of schools collecting and managing sensitive data, I’d submit you may not be paying close enough attention. We’re Asking The Wrong Question | Fast Company → Cathy Davidson writes: "Neither technophobia or technophilia is the right solution for our students.

EdTech 150

EdTech Industry Student Data Privacy Social Media 150

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 17, 2017

“The first line of defense in protecting student privacy are our teachers, and we’re not making sure that they have the tools to keep that data safe,” said Amelia Vance, policy counsel for the nonprofit Future of Privacy Forum. If you have a heartbeat and access to a computer, that’s a really good place to start.”.

Training 40

Training Data Student Data Privacy Policies 40

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Starting from the early days of online education tools, teachers have been downloading their favorites and sharing them with students. Thus, while a school may think it has 20 official edtech tools in the classroom, the unofficial list could be over 200. Do you know if any of these applications violate student data privacy?

EdTech 40

EdTech Data Student Data Privacy Libraries 40

The Hechinger Report

MAY 13, 2018

Revelations about the privacy practices of Facebook only serve to underscore the stakes surrounding the capture and use of personal data. It is in everyone’s best interests to ensure that schools protect the digital rights of their stakeholders, putting the best interests of students and teachers at the center.”.

Software 48

Software Student Data Privacy OER Data 48

techlearning

AUGUST 30, 2018

No matter how skilled, knowledgeable, passionate, or persistent school district employees are in building and attending to a student data privacy compliance program, the work simply cannot succeed without a leadership champion.

Guidelines 40

Guidelines Student Data Privacy E-rate Data 40

Graphite Blog

MARCH 10, 2016

In conversations about student data privacy, the terms "privacy," "security," and "encryption" are often used interchangeably. " Great security and bad privacy A vendor can go to extreme lengths to make sure that data can only be accessed by the vendor or the partners of the vendor.

Data 40

Data Company Student Data Privacy Accessibility 40

eSchool News

OCTOBER 13, 2022

He has successfully built the architecture for a connected campus that enhances the campus experience, drives operational efficiency, and provides education in a manner that all can access. Arlington Independent School District (AISD) has a population of more than 61,000 students. And for Seage, the best has yet to come.

Education 128

Education Learning EdTech Data 128

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

But to the BMO’s annual education industry conference, where company executives, investors, bankers and financiers of all stripes descended in their suits and slacks (but very few ties). On the agenda were one-on-one interviews with company CEOs and panel discussions on opportunities and challenges in different markets. Viva Amtrak!

Industry 124

Industry Student Data Privacy Education Company 124

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. million K-12 students.

EdTech 170

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 170

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. million K-12 students.

EdTech 150

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 150

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Do you know where your data is stored? With the increased emphasis on student data privacy, many school leaders might think they have a handle on cyber security. Manheim Central School District (PA) Superintendent Dr. Peter Aiken said they partnered with a company to educate their staff about email threats.

Strategy 53

Strategy Student Data Privacy Data Policies 53

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

Do you know that feeling when you are told your questions about student privacy are unfounded by a representative of a company that earns 86% of its total revenue from advertising? “I’m slightly wary of building a Google data profile of a young child,” says @ashleyrcarman @verge [link]. Lloyd Doggett, (D- Texas).

EdTech 170

EdTech Chromebook Laptops iPad 170

techlearning

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Tech & Learning Rounds Up a Summary of New Tools for Schools Software & Online GOOGLE FOR EDUCATION UPDATES ( edu.google.com ) Google for Education announced updates and new tools to help teachers keep innovation alive in their classrooms. The webinars are led by teachers and come pre-recorded and live on the Center.

Chromebook 45

Chromebook Pearson Student Data Privacy Data 45

techlearning

OCTOBER 25, 2018

The Educator’s Guide to Student Data Privacy”—a concise and comprehensive introduction that explains: why it’s important that teachers understand and care about student data privacy; what constitutes student data; the relevant state and federal laws; and more ?

Student Data Privacy 58

Student Data Privacy Policies Data Training 58

Edsurge

APRIL 8, 2017

Promoting (or Appearing to Guarantee) Student Outcomes While most alternative providers are not required to provide information on student outcomes, many do. Prospective students are demanding data on employment and salary outcomes, and the market is responding. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0

Student Data Privacy 65

Student Data Privacy Outcomes Education Data 65

Edsurge

DECEMBER 12, 2016

However, the questions have largely stayed the same: Do technologies ensure quality learning and positive student outcomes? Do they help or hurt underrepresented students? Do they opens the door for companies to take the lead on how students learn and how their data is used? whether predictive tools are effective.

EdTech 60

EdTech Student Data Privacy MOOC Policies 60

Hack Education

MAY 18, 2018

Via Forbes : “The Startup President: How France ’s Macron Nearly Built An EdTech Company.” ” Ed-tech: where you don’t need an actual product idea for a company, and you can incubate your neoliberalism anyway. Via EdScoop : “ Google adds new terms to comply with Connecticut student data privacy laws.”

Education 49

Education Company MOOC Report 49

Doug Levin

MARCH 12, 2017

Here’s what caught my eye the week of March 6, 2017 – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. This from the school district that is still reeling from a major student data privacy breach.

EdTech 170

EdTech E-rate OER Coursera 170

Hack Education

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Pokémon Go, a free augmented reality game developed by Niantic (a company spun out of Google in 2015), became the most popular mobile game in US history this year. Handing over data, often quite thoughtlessly, has become par for the course – in education and in society more generally. ” From April: “ U.S.

Data 40

Data Technology Education Software 40

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

It works well, that is, if you disregard student data privacy and security. Without revenue the company will go away. Or the company will have to start charging for the software. The real digital divide, this article contends, is not that affluent children have access to better and faster technologies. (Um,

Pearson 145

Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

Hack Education

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

” DeVos’s brother, Erik Prince , is the founder of the private military company Blackwater , infamous for its human rights violations, including the murder of 17 Iraqi civilians in 2007 by its employees. “ Will Trump care about student data privacy? The company offers online degrees in Africa.

Education 40

Education Pearson Common Core Report 40

Hack Education

MAY 27, 2016

On Thursday, the judge gave Google the victory , ruling that the company’s use of the Java API fell under fair use provisions. “ Supporting English Language Learners with Next-Gen Tools.” This week: “ OpenStax Partners with panOpen to Expand OER Access.” “Investors Put $2.3M

Education 52

Education MOOC Common Core Trends 52

Hack Education

JANUARY 26, 2017

Via Education Week : “ DeVos-Backed Company Makes Questionable Claims on Autism , ADHD.” ” “Betsy DeVos Won’t Shed Stake in Biofeedback Company , Filings Show,” The New York Times reports. Via New America : “Why Does Betsy DeVos think Federal Student Loan Debt has Grown by 1,000 percent?

Education 40

Education Coursera Robotics E-rate 40