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A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition)

Doug Levin

For over 40 years the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) ran a program to support this vulnerable student population, but that has come to an end - in part because of student data privacy concerns. What does it reveal about how these companies imagine teaching and learning. teachers and students?

EdTech 150
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A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition)

Doug Levin

For over 40 years the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) ran a program to support this vulnerable student population, but that has come to an end - in part because of student data privacy concerns. What does it reveal about how these companies imagine teaching and learning. teachers and students?

EdTech 150
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Privacy, Security, and Encryption

Graphite Blog

In conversations about student data privacy, the terms "privacy," "security," and "encryption" are often used interchangeably. Corporate: There is less agreement here, as one person's desire for privacy often runs counter to a data broker's or a marketer's business plan.

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Going on the Offensive: Cyber Security Strategies for Schools

edWeb.net

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 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 Boundless’s materials have been archived by David Wiley’s company Lumen Learning.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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Hack Education Weekly News

Hack Education

.” Apparently the FAFSA will soon be available on mobile devices. Via The Wall Street Journal : “ Trump Administration Looks Beyond Traditional Servicers for Student-Lending Help.” ” The Wall Street Journal profiles InfiniLaw , a company that runs for-profit law schools. ” Remember: Jeb loves Betsy.

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Hack Education Weekly News

Hack Education

” Via Motherboard : “ Twitter Is Banning Anyone Whose Date of Birth Says They Joined Before They Were 13.” Denny Sanford, whose company – checks notes – sells social emotional learning curriculum to schools. The company has raised $15.7 .” This is also how you do clickbait, I suppose.