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Privacy, Security, and Encryption

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In conversations about student data privacy, the terms "privacy," "security," and "encryption" are often used interchangeably. As was recently illustrated by the Ashley Madison and OPM breaches, corporate data collection and state data collection pose criminal and personal risks.

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Going on the Offensive: Cyber Security Strategies for Schools

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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.

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The Marriage Between IT & Curriculum

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In fact, in Massachusetts, there is a Student Privacy Alliance which connects districts across the state to leverage the collective power in getting companies to agree to their student data privacy agreement. One company I’ve been advising with over the past year that does this very thing is CatchOn.

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Hero Awards finalists: 18 schools and educators dedicated to learning

eSchool News

In particular, they wanted to be able to encourage consistent practices across school buildings, ensure compliance with Colorado’s student data privacy requirements, reduce frustration and confusion among stakeholders (including parents and staff), and begin to evaluate the impact of edtech on student outcomes.

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A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 10 Edition)

Doug Levin

Tagged on: March 10, 2017 As new technology is paramount, Robertson County gives students laptops | WKRN News 2 → "As new technology is paramount," Robertson County gives students laptops - funded through a special resolution (and not the regular budget). Tagged on: March 9, 2017 Belgrade schools may tap $1.5M

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Hack Education Weekly News

Hack Education

.” Via The New York Times : “The New Toll of American Student Debt in 3 Charts.” Edsurge and Getting Smart promote venture capitalist Ryan Craig ’s new book A New U and the idea that “ faster + cheaper alternatives will replace most of higher ed.” The company has raised $20.4 million total.

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The 100 Worst Ed-Tech Debacles of the Decade

Hack Education

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. Boundless’s materials have been archived by David Wiley’s company Lumen Learning. And “free” doesn’t last.

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