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Providers Rise to Meet the Challenge of K–12 Data Security

EdTech Magazine

As data becomes integral to K–12 education, administrators face new challenges to ensure they keep students’ information safe. . Analysis of student data allows educators to identify at-risk students and implement further research into what does and does not work in the classroom. 3 Security Tools to Keep K–12 Student Data Safe.

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Top Edtech Classroom Tools

edWeb.net

At Common Sense Education, the edtech reviewers have seen it all. And to help teachers navigate the plethora of materials for the digital classroom, Tanner Higgin, Director of Education Editorial Strategy at Common Sense Education, presented “ 50 Top Edtech Tools for the Classroom.” Below are some of Higgin’s favorites.

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The K-12 Business Model: How to Innovate in an Ever-Changing Learning Environment

EdNews Daily

And therein lies the challenge for both educators and EdTech leaders – how can we best serve an industry that’s constantly evolving every nine months? But on the other, adding in a completely new mix of students you don’t yet know becomes more challenging for both educators and EdTech leaders. Measuring Success.

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4 Tips for Controlling Shadow IT

EdTech Magazine

Make Sure to Vet Educational Apps. A recent study by Symantec, the 2016 Shadow Data Report , found that most of the cloud-based shadow IT apps organizations rely upon lacked enterprise-class security features. Educate Users on Shadow IT Risks. Shadow IT can’t be eliminated, but it can be better controlled.

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Using Social-Emotional Learning to Combat Digital Stress

edWeb.net

In order to help students deal with digital stressors, educators must first understand the main issues. Use visual guides with young children; for older students, educators may need to name stressors they have faced to help normalize them. This edWeb broadcast was hosted Common Sense Education and sponsored by Symantec.

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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Social Media

edWeb.net

However, said Jamie Knowles, Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media, social media also has the ability to help users share their stories and shed a positive light on their activities. In addition to negative commentary, Knowles acknowledged other challenges to adopting social media for education.

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Coding and Computer Science during CSEdWeek

edWeb.net

Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) is an annual initiative that aims to inspire K-12 students to take interest in computer science. Bryan Miller, Educator Community Manager at Wonder Workshop, and Kiki Prottsman, Curriculum Development Manager at Code.org®, WATCH THE WEBINAR RECORDING.