eSchool News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Every school district is faced with a choice about how to protect student data. As districts have implemented more technology to support digital learning, student data privacy in schools has become a critical issue. Related content: 5 ways IT directors handle student data privacy.

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Tom Murray

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

The congressional hearing focused on the appropriate use of data by school employees, levels of access and security, as well as third party vendors that districts partner with to provide tools and resources for student learning. Ten other must have privacy-related resources include: – Data Quality Campaign.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Student data privacy is a hot-button issue. In the last five years, according to Amelia Vance, director of education privacy & policy counsel at the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF), over 600 bills on the topic have been introduced and 125 new laws have passed in about 40 states.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Promethean’s ClassFlow enhances remote learning as a cloud-based lesson delivery service with advanced collaboration tools for student engagement. It also helps teachers deliver dynamic lessons to students’ devices and brings interactive classroom displays to life for effective hybrid learning.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jun Kim, technology director for Moore Public Schools in Oklahoma, watched as teachers began expanding their use of free digital resources. We were trying to do the right thing, and we had to get these resources out there, but nothing is truly free,” Kim says.

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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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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Recently, multiple school districts have been hit with ransomware (including on in my home state of CT), malware, virus's, DoS attacks (a 16 y/o student did this in Texas) and more. Here are some resources for IT and educators to help protect your network, data, faculty and students. Let me know if you have any questions.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2016

Technology, family involvement and communication are key to executing school data privacy best practices, according to a new white paper from communication service provider West Corporation. It is crucial that everyone in the school community—educators, parents and students—understands the importance of data security and privacy.”.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Editor’s note : This story on 10 back-to-school resources for edtech leaders originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. CoSN Resources on AI offer insight, advice and peer experiences that will guide EdTech leaders in harnessing the power of AI to enhance learning.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Editor’s note : This story on 10 back-to-school resources for edtech leaders originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. CoSN Resources on AI offer insight, advice and peer experiences that will guide EdTech leaders in harnessing the power of AI to enhance learning. Explore the Dashboard here.

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Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2018

There is a concern that data is now a strategic resource, and that acquiring companies for their large data sets could be a means by which China could undermine the strategic influence of the United States.

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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.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 30, 2020

Create learning resources and activities that can be done offline. Students without wifi can download videos and activities while connected and access them later when offline. Here’s a list of ideas for offline resources from Verizon Innovative Learning Schools. Remind staff about student data privacy and security.

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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. Mandinach and a colleague were tasked with answering.

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techlearning

MARCH 26, 2018

And Stephan Noonoo digs deep in this EdSurge piece on attempts by states to keep vendors accountable: “Since 2013, more than 120 new student-privacy laws have passed in 40 states , according to FERPA Sherpa , a resource site launched by the nonprofit Future of Privacy Forum and the Data Quality Campaign.”

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2020

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2020

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2019

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2019

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2019

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2019

In preparation for CoSN2020, we plan to release a number of new resources , including: 2019-2020 IT Leadership Survey results. New resources on student data privacy. You might also catch one of our famous s’more breaks. We’ve added more networking time as well.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2019

The dashboard, Analytics Powered by Relay , allows schools to monitor how often devices are used, ensure student data privacy, make digital resources equitable, measure changes in student outcomes and measure how much time is being spent using school resources.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

“While protecting students’ data privacy is a top concern and priority in the digital age, we’re very excited that teachers and administrators see the benefits of AI use in the classroom,” Factor added. “Our survey reveals a critical opportunity for shaping AI’s role in education.

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Edsurge

MAY 1, 2019

Called Check the Privacy , the initiative, announced Wednesday, aims to provide a one-stop shop for educators searching for safe, secure tools to use with their students. A screenshot of Check the Privacy's searchable library of more than 7,000 edtech products. We’re all trying to solve the same problem.”

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 28, 2022

In addition, being aware of student data guidelines and policies ensures that districts are effectively implementing and sharing that information with all stakeholders to ensure compliance with the IT, assessment, curricula, student services, human resources, and technology vendors.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2017

Make these simple privacy and security checks a habit whenever you visit a website or use it with your students. For more tips for protecting student privacy, check out Common Sense Education’s resources on the topic.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I know is a great resource, but I don’t think teachers are even aware of it. This content includes instructional activities that educators can use as-is or edit to meet the needs of their students. These resources can be shared and tweaked to support all learners and tailored to meet specific learning goals.

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Securly

JUNE 29, 2016

They provide positive resources for parents and educators to teach youth how to use technology safely and productively. This program helps educators and parents in the state of California identify edtech tools and services that protect student data privacy.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

During a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , the presenters discussed the policies and practices that also keep data safe in a digital education environment. Based on CoSN’s “ Student Data Privacy: A School System Priority. Stay current and compliant with federal and state laws.

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Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Student Data Privacy Educational apps often require access to student data, making it vital to ensure these apps comply with data privacy regulations like FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act). Provide Training.

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Doug Levin

JUNE 28, 2015

For those who care about the privacy of student information, it is equally important to address issues of IT security – for even the best privacy policies and laws are meaningless if student data is left exposed to unauthorized personnel on school computers or out on the internet. Image credits.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 12, 2021

After the sudden switch to remote and hybrid learning models at the start of the pandemic, the use of online tools and resources may seem like less of a concern now, but ensuring that students’ data remains protected is still a priority, especially as it is a federal requirement.

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Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 14, 2023

However, it can also turn learning environments into the digital wild west, where teachers and students can venture into new, uncharted territories with digital learning apps that may not be effective or aligned with district curriculum or student data privacy policies.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2019

It seems schools haven’t taught students how — or why — to keep personal information safe. McAfee found that that only 36 percent of students said that they learned about personal data safety through school resources.

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Tom Murray

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Budget and Resources. The transition to a more personal and authentic approach requires strategic short-term and long-term budgeting and leveraging of resources. FRS school leaders are strategic with their investments in time and money, and work collaboratively to leverage resources and partnerships, while thinking long-term.

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