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Student Data Privacy Pioneer Says K–12 Schools Must Do Better

EdTech Magazine

In the 27 years he has spent leading technology in New England schools, the founder of the Student Data Privacy Consortium has probably become best known nationwide as a student privacy crusader. EDTECH: How did you get involved in protecting student data privacy for your district…

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How to Communicate Student Data Privacy Protections to Families More Effectively

EdTech Magazine

Parents and guardians of K–12 students are rather aware and concerned about student data privacy, but a majority are lacking specific information from their schools. However, the same report shows that less than half of parents (4 in 10) say their child’s school has discussed with them how it protects student data.

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How to Vet Schools' Apps for Student Data Privacy

EdTech Magazine

These findings highlight the need for K–12 schools to improve their data privacy and security practices governing educational technology use. Here are some recommendations to support your school’s commitment to student safety and privacy while ensuring students have access to technology that…

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CITE 2023: Protect Student Data Privacy with Ed Tech Policies

EdTech Magazine

IT departments are taking a closer look at the way educational technology is collecting and using student data. However, not everyone in education is aware of the risks associated with data collection, and it can be hard to convey why it’s important to use tech with restrictions or caution.

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There Is a Heightened Awareness Around Student Data Privacy. Here’s What Schools Are Doing About It

Digital Promise

FTC (Federal Trade Commission) to ‘Crack Down’ on Ed Tech, Student Data Privacy. When I served as Chief Technology and Information Officer for a large Wisconsin school district, it was my responsibility to ensure that the digital resources (apps, extensions, systems, digital textbooks, etc.)

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Protecting Student Data Privacy as a Guiding EdTech Principle

Lightspeed Systems

Student welfare, of course, is comprised of many elements, including teaching and learning, student mental health, student safety, and, importantly, student data privacy. Finally, Lightspeed Systems is a Student Data Privacy Consortium signatory, and has signed the Student Privacy Pledge.

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A Real and Present Student Data Privacy Threat

Doug Levin

Student data privacy advocates should note well that this is neither an issue created by educational technology, nor associated with any technology company – and is allowable under current FERPA privacy protections.