Digital Promise

APRIL 16, 2020

Micro-credential COVID-19 Library. To help educators continue their professional learning during this time of social distancing, we have curated a library of micro-credentials which can be earned outside of the classroom and without students. Student data privacy should not be a victim to tumultuous times.

Professional Learning 286

Professional Learning Student Data Privacy Social Media Learning 286

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 20, 2015

This is a LIVE show presented in news show format featuring a Wrap up of “This Month in School Libraries” and deeper discussion of topical school library issues with special guest experts. Stay tuned for all events at [link] , which also has Facebook event links for each activity. Did we mention it was LIVE?

Libraries 28

Libraries Game-Based Learning lynda.com Trends 28

The Hechinger Report

MAY 13, 2018

As internet users, we implicitly understand that if we’re not paying for a commercial service, our data — and the content we create — are being commodified and sold to others. Revelations about the privacy practices of Facebook only serve to underscore the stakes surrounding the capture and use of personal data.

Software 51

Software Student Data Privacy OER Data 51

Hack Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Via The Wall Street Journal : “The federal government is pumping $245 million into the creation and expansion of public charter schools across the nation with hopes of helping students in low-income communities.” ” Via the Data Quality Campaign : “ Student Data Privacy Legislation : A Summary of 2016 State Legislation.”

Education 40

Education E-rate MOOC Report 40

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

It works well, that is, if you disregard student data privacy and security. In an era before Facebook or Edmodo, the social networking site Ning was, for a time, quite popular with educators. Students would be required to pay. Students, no surprise, weren’t thrilled by the idea.). And “free” doesn’t last.

Pearson 145

Pearson MOOC Company Industry 145

Hack Education

MAY 27, 2016

In addition to funding this lawsuit, Thiel sits on the board of Facebook , which itself is playing a huge role in the “ future of news.” ” Via The Kansas City Star : “ Rockhurst University is sued over data breach in phishing scam.” The takes).

Education 52

Education MOOC Common Core Trends 52

Hack Education

JUNE 8, 2018

Via The Chronicle of Higher Education : “ UVa Library’s Plan to Cut Stacks by Half Sparks Faculty Concerns.” ” (Contrary to the headline, from what I hear from my friends at UVa, most faculty, students, and librarians seem to support this move.). Data, Surveillance, and Information Security.

Khan Academy 45

Khan Academy Education Facebook E-rate 45