Protecting Student Data Privacy When Reviewing EdTech Apps
Lightspeed Systems
APRIL 12, 2024
Student data privacy is a primary concern when using edtech apps, and a new resource exists to make educators’ evaluations of apps easier.
There Is a Heightened Awareness Around Student Data Privacy. Here’s What Schools Are Doing About It
Digital Promise
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Recent articles emerged as a result of remote learning, including: Remote Learning Software Tracked Kids’ Data to Sell to Advertisers and Brokers. Private equity firm is amassing companies that collect data on America’s children. FTC (Federal Trade Commission) to ‘Crack Down’ on Ed Tech, Student Data Privacy.
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Protecting Student Data Privacy as a Guiding EdTech Principle
Lightspeed Systems
AUGUST 24, 2023
Within K-12 education, there is no greater priority than student welfare. Student welfare is the mission that brought so many of us to the space. Student welfare, of course, is comprised of many elements, including teaching and learning, student mental health, student safety, and, importantly, student data privacy.
ISTELive 21: Think Before You Click to Protect Student Data, Privacy Expert Tells Educators
EdTech Magazine
JULY 1, 2021
This was the question that ran through Kathy Mansfield’s mind as she visited a second-grade classroom and saw the teacher using a voice assistant. Is that piece of technology legal? Alexa, how many more minutes is it until recess?” Alexa responded, “It’s 15 minutes until recess.”
Promethean Announces iKeepSafe Student Data Privacy Certification in the U.S. for ClassFlow Software
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Promethean® , a leading global education technology company, today at TCEA 2021 announced its ClassFlow platform had received iKeepSafe certification renewal. The certifications for FERPA, COPPA, and California (Student Privacy – CSPC) mean that ClassFlow has been assessed by iKeepSafe and meets iKeepSafe’s rigorous standards.
Introducing AI Chat for Securly Filter
Securly
APRIL 2, 2024
AI Chat for Securly Filter has arrived and is here to help teach K-12 students the responsible use of AI. Read on to learn more about AI in education and how this new solution thwarts the associated challenges. The State of AI in K-12 Education The use of AI in schools is presenting both opportunities and challenges for K-12 educators.
Districts call for guidance in developing classroom AI policies
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Key points: Administrators would like help creating comprehensive classroom AI policies What’s the latest on AI in education ? AI: Can it think like your students do? “Our survey reveals a critical opportunity for shaping AI’s role in education.
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Securly Discern: The Future of AI in Education has Arrived
Securly
MARCH 5, 2024
Josh Knutson, the Vice President of New Product Innovation at Securly, introduces Securly Discern as part of his conversation on the Voices in Education podcast. This game-changing solution enables educators to gain a far deeper understanding of their school and students. .” How does Securly Discern work? Sign up here.
CoSN 2019: New Analytics Dashboard Measures Education Technology ROI
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 3, 2019
CoSN 2019: New Analytics Dashboard Measures Education Technology ROI. Students now have more devices than ever, making it more challenging to measure whether these technologies are being used correctly in the classroom and how they are affecting student outcomes. . eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 04/03/2019 - 12:24.
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How K–12 Schools Can Balance Privacy and Security Protocols
EdTech Magazine
MAY 21, 2019
There is a vast array of platforms available to schools and educators, which can make it difficult to stay abreast of protocols for disclosing personal information, especially when using third-party applications. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how data privacy concerns are expanding with education technology use.
What Happens to Student Data Privacy When Chinese Firms Acquire U.S. Edtech Companies?
Edsurge
APRIL 24, 2018
Between the creation of a social rating system and street cameras with facial recognition capabilities, technology reports coming out of China have raised serious concerns for privacy advocates. In 2015, the firm acquired the education technology platform, Promethean , a company that creates interactive displays for schools.
Data Privacy in a Pandemic? Parents Are Concerned, But Still Welcome More Tech
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Parents are concerned about their children’s online safety and data privacy, but not as much as other issues such as the quality of education their child receives, protection from violence and bullying, and ensuring their child doesn’t fall behind in school. Schools are the ones legally responsible for protecting student data.
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K-12 Leaders Unite for ‘Check the Privacy,’ a One-Stop Shop for Safe Classroom Tech
Edsurge
MAY 1, 2019
For years, the privacy community has been urging educators to be more intentional—and careful—about introducing new tech tools in their classrooms. But expecting teachers to wade through the legalese of every vendor’s privacy policy may be too much to ask for. We’re all trying to solve the same problem.”
5 ways our district streamlines edtech ecosystems
eSchool News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Student data privacy has been at the forefront of district leaders’ minds well before the pandemic. However, since COVID-19 shifted schools and classrooms online, it’s not surprising that tech usage has reached an all-time high. Audit what is currently in use, not just what’s being purchased.
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What Do Teachers Know About Student Privacy? Not Enough, Researchers Say
Edsurge
OCTOBER 8, 2021
What should teachers be expected to know about student data privacy and ethics? Considering so much of their jobs now revolve around student data, it’s a simple enough question—and one that researcher Ellen B. Was that information included in codes of education ethics?
Creating Future Ready Schools and Classrooms
Tom Murray
NOVEMBER 16, 2018
In future ready schools, technology and digital learning expand access to high-quality, ongoing, job-embedded opportunities for professional learning for teachers, administrators, and other education professionals. In some places, the student learning experience is being redesigned to one that is personal, relevant, and authentic.
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Micro-credentials and COVID-19: Supporting Professional Learning When Schools are Closed
Digital Promise
APRIL 16, 2020
In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, districts and educators have been tasked with shifting teaching and learning online, and many are seeking resources to support learning in this new environment. We recognize that while educators adapt to new realities, they remain dedicated to their students’ well-being and learning.
5 ways our district streamlines edtech ecosystems
eSchool News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Student data privacy has been at the forefront of district leaders’ minds well before the pandemic. However, since COVID-19 shifted schools and classrooms online, it’s not surprising that tech usage has reached an all-time high. Audit what is currently in use, not just what’s being purchased.
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AI in Education: Privacy and Security
eSpark
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
eSpark's "AI in Education" series exists to help you get up to speed, one issue at a time. Just when you thought you had this data privacy thing down, along comes a new technology to change the game. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and your classroom secure. Where does the privacy conversation start?
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Data access is easier than ever, but is that a good thing?
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
Tactical student data privacy questions like “What can I do right now?” should be asked by all CIOs, teachers, administrators, and policymakers in this changing landscape of data access, student privacy, and interoperability. The data balancing act. Student data privacy: It’s what you don’t know.
How to Manage Student Devices for Remote Learning
Digital Promise
MARCH 30, 2020
At Verizon Innovative Learning Schools , every student receives a device with a data plan to support learning in and out of the classroom. Remind staff about student data privacy and security. You should not record or snap photos of your remote classroom with student images and then post on social media.
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District Best Practices for Managing App Approvals and Creating an Approved App List
Lightspeed Systems
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, technology plays a pivotal role in enhancing the teaching and learning experience. Educational apps have become valuable tools for educators to engage students and streamline classroom activities. Establish an App Review Committee. Pilot Programs.
Why AI’s flaws won’t slow its adoption
eSchool News
JULY 28, 2023
There are legitimate concerns about early-stage AI, including: Security and privacy Of all the issues, this one feels like the easiest to address. Ask questions to confirm that any AI-integrated apps are keeping prompts and identifying data separate.
As Number of Edtech Providers Grow, Some Say Student Privacy Needs a Reset
Edsurge
MAY 18, 2023
For example: A review of how companies handle student data by Internet Safety Labs, a nonprofit that tests software products, showed that 96 percent of apps used and recommended by U.S. educational institutions shared that data with third parties. Not long ago, schools kept all their student data on servers at schools.
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Making Sure Your Online Services Protect Your Students’ Data
edWeb.net
AUGUST 12, 2021
Reg Leichty provided an overview of the two key federal regulations regarding student data and privacy, starting with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). There are exceptions for studies, evaluation by state and federal agencies, and health or safety purposes. Identifying Trusted Apps.
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Fayette County Public Schools Leverage Lightspeed Engagement and Impact to Streamline Edtech and Data Privacy Management
Lightspeed Systems
AUGUST 25, 2023
Overview OVERVIEW With a strong focus on data governance, Fayette County Public Schools partners with Lightspeed Systems® to effectively manage their edtech ecosystem—in and outside of the classroom. However, Fayette County knew that ensuring student data privacy on the school-issued devices was going to be a challenge. “We
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Mindful Tracking Cookie Policies Improve K—12 Data Security
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
There have been 361 cybersecurity incidents involving public schools since 2016 according to the K–12 Cybersecurity Resource Center , and with rates increasing year over year , schools need to be more aware of issues with data privacy and enact targeted solutions to keep student data safe.
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FETC 2019: Day One
eSchool News
JANUARY 28, 2019
The Expo floor did not open until 4:30 pm on Monday, but educators and administrators were able to choose from 100 workshops, Apple and Microsoft concurrent sessions, and an all-day Blueprint for Technology in Education Summit. Student Data Privacy. STEAM and STEM. Assistive Technology.
As Number of Edtech Providers Grow, Some Say Student Privacy Needs a Reset
Edsurge
MAY 17, 2023
For example: A review of how companies handle student data by Internet Safety Labs, a nonprofit that tests software products, showed that 96 percent of apps used and recommended by U.S. educational institutions shared that data with third parties. Not long ago, schools kept all their student data on servers at schools.
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The Challenges of Easy Data Access
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.
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How Districts Can Unlock Actionable Data
edWeb.net
JUNE 13, 2019
Along with a 1:1 goal, comes the deluge of edtech tools, software, and applications into classrooms. With up-to-the-minute data analysis, districts can make informed decisions about critical components of edtech integration, including digital curricula, professional development, investment, and student data privacy.
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World Backup Day March 31st: Student data security
Neo LMS
MARCH 22, 2018
More than a million cases of child identity theft are reported every year and, as school districts continue to introduce students to new technology and advanced digital curriculum, Internet safety education is becoming an increasingly essential tool when preventing cybercrime. Educational IT infrastructure weaknesses.
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Technology Not Going to Solve Data Privacy
techlearning
JULY 23, 2018
and the MLB All Star game were the backdrop for the inaugural CoSN Student Data Privacy Workshop. This seal program is the “nation’s only data privacy seal for school systems” that recognizes school districts’ commitment to high standards around student data privacy. Dept of Education.
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41 Tear Down That Wall? Why Data Walls May Cause More Harm Than Good.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
At Inkster Preparatory Academy outside Detroit, students track their scores on the high-stakes NWEA Map test on the walls of their classrooms. The practice is known as “data walls,” and is designed to serve as a motivational tool. That allows her to see data trends from one class to another. Are They Effective?
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CatchOn Launches Student-Level Data Module, Provides Visibility into Engagement and Learning
eSchool News
OCTOBER 14, 2020
To provide enhanced visibility into student digital engagement and learning patterns, CatchOn , an expansive data analytics and application monitoring tool for K-12 schools, has launched an industry-leading student-level data module.
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What It’s Like Navigating the Strictest Student Privacy Law in the Country
Edsurge
JUNE 18, 2019
In Louisiana, educators don’t have that luxury. According to a student data privacy law passed there a few years ago, anyone who collects or shares students’ personally identifiable information (or PII, as the shorthand goes) can be punished by up to six months in prison or $10,000 in fines. Nesmith : Sure.
Educators as Empowered Citizens (Unpacking the ISTE Standards for Educators)
Tech Helpful
OCTOBER 23, 2017
Citizen- Educators inspire students to positively contribute to and responsibly participate in the digital world. Educators: Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community. Empowered Professional 3.
COPPA Best Practices: Advice for Schools on Staying on the Right Side of the Law
Edsurge
MAY 9, 2018
Justin Bathon, a lawyer and associate professor in the Department of Educational Leadership Studies at the University of Kentucky, says that because of this complexity, school district attorneys have an inclination to not use technology. tools teachers want to use in their classrooms. If it’s free, hey use it.”
Crunch the numbers: The latest edtech data you can use right now
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
K-12 schools to simplify and secure digital learning, announced last month its Classroom of the Future Report 2023 , a new survey of school administrators, teachers, and edtech vendors highlighting five trends shaping classrooms of the future. Clever , the platform used by more than 75% of U.S.
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107 Who is keeping student data safe in the era of digital learning?
The Hechinger Report
OCTOBER 17, 2017
As students spend more time on digital devices in school, data security becomes increasingly important. When Baltimore County Public Schools started giving every student a computer for daily use in the classroom, teachers sought out more online learning materials to go with them. Higher Education.
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61 The Tech Industry is Hijacking School Data. But Decentralized Systems Can Change That.
Edsurge
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
How that data is used, at any point in their lives, may influence what jobs my children might end up doing, what kind of houses they may be able to afford and what lives they may end up living. Investments in the education technology sector have been steadily rising, with recent global estimations of $9.5
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122 Year in Review: Our Top Edtech Business Stories of 2018
Edsurge
DECEMBER 24, 2018
Over the following days, we’ll be sharing the top stories of the year for our business, K-12 and higher education readers. Apple and Google continue to up the ante in their quest to win adoption in classrooms. billion on education software each year. Apple’s Strongest Case to Reclaim the Education Market Is Not the New iPad.
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Lessons and Leadership During the Switch to Online Learning
edWeb.net
JUNE 12, 2020
Two months after the COVID-19 crisis forced educators across the United States to leave their classrooms and start teaching online, the scope of the changes and challenges have now become clear, and educational leaders have started to identify what’s working and what still needs improvement. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.
The Keys to Discussing Student Data Privacy
edWeb.net
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Despite universal concerns about student data privacy, communicating school policies can quickly overwhelm school leaders. CoSN has stepped in with guidance for superintendents and principals to help them with several aspects of student data privacy, including best practices for informing the community.
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