Edsurge

MAY 17, 2023

The number of edtech products schools access in a typical month has tripled since four years ago to more than 1,400 tools, according to a recent estimate by Learn Platform, an edtech company that helps schools manage tech. educational institutions shared that data with third parties.

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EdTech Coursera Data Company 118

eSchool News

APRIL 22, 2015

Blackbaud has signed the Student Privacy Pledge created by the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) and the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). FPF and SIIA developed the Pledge to safeguard student privacy in the collection, maintenance and use of personal information.

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Student Data Privacy Data Industry Software 40

edWeb.net

AUGUST 12, 2021

Reg Leichty provided an overview of the two key federal regulations regarding student data and privacy, starting with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). There are exceptions for studies, evaluation by state and federal agencies, and health or safety purposes. Identifying Trusted Apps.

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Data Student Data Privacy Software Internet Safety 98

Gaggle Speaks

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

There’s perhaps no other edtech topic discussed more these days than student data privacy. Because keeping your students’ data safe is important to everyone here at Gaggle, we decided that our next webcast should focus on what school leaders and edtech companies can do to protect student data.

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Data Student Data Privacy Education EdTech 40

eSchool News

OCTOBER 14, 2020

To provide enhanced visibility into student digital engagement and learning patterns, CatchOn , an expansive data analytics and application monitoring tool for K-12 schools, has launched an industry-leading student-level data module. Evaluate Student Engagement Patterns. Track Engagement.

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Data Student Data Privacy Learning Student Engagement 52

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

If this doesn’t get you thinking about the security risks of schools collecting and managing sensitive data, I’d submit you may not be paying close enough attention. Nonetheless, they contend that its killer app will be education. Tagged on: September 7, 2017 When can schools punish students for racist social media posts?

EdTech 150

EdTech Social Media Student Data Privacy Industry 150

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

If this doesn’t get you thinking about the security risks of schools collecting and managing sensitive data, I’d submit you may not be paying close enough attention. Nonetheless, they contend that its killer app will be education. Tagged on: September 7, 2017 When can schools punish students for racist social media posts?

EdTech 150

EdTech Social Media Student Data Privacy Industry 150

Edsurge

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Last week undergraduates at Harvard University raised concerns about the institution handing over their data to an anti-affirmative action group as part of a lawsuit. Too many people have access to too much data too much of the time,” he says. Threats to student data privacy existed long before the internet.

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Data Student Data Privacy Company Industry 60

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 25, 2018

They also said, though, that with the silos of information that still exist in many schools and districts, one of the most important pieces of data to collect is to find out what edtech resources are actually being used in your classroom. Do you know if any of these applications violate student data privacy?

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EdTech Data Student Data Privacy Libraries 41

Edsurge

OCTOBER 25, 2021

There is likely to be no field or industry untouched by AI before long. The field of education is no less affected by these technologies. Continuing on this trajectory, there is likely to be no field or industry untouched by AI before long. In K-12 education, a focus on ethical considerations is of critical importance.

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Khan Academy Student Data Privacy Education Secondary 213

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

But to the BMO’s annual education industry conference, where company executives, investors, bankers and financiers of all stripes descended in their suits and slacks (but very few ties). I think the supplemental-core division is a construct of the publishing industry.” No, not to their wooden desks, blue books and plastic seats.

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Industry Student Data Privacy Education Company 119

eSchool News

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. Samsung’s Interactive Whiteboard was ready out-of-the-box and was an easy-to-use product for educators to easily provide personalized experiences.

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Education Learning EdTech Data 114

EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Storage Wars: Choosing a Secure Student Data Solution. Legislators across all 50 states have introduced student data privacy laws. The move makes sense: As educators leverage the benefits of connected classroom technologies, student data is captured and used to personalize the experience.

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Data Student Data Privacy Pearson EdTech 187

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Among them, I’ve updated my site to include a dedicated FAQ on open educational resources (OER). The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. million K-12 students. Wash your spirit clean. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 170

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 170

Tom Murray

AUGUST 21, 2016

During my time as a public school employee, I’d occasionally hear about educational organizations that were working to support schools in some capacity. The organizations referenced in this post are also leaders in the field of educational technology. URL: www.christenseninstitute.org/education. Organization: Code.org ®.

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Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Among them, I’ve updated my site to include a dedicated FAQ on open educational resources (OER). The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. million K-12 students. Wash your spirit clean. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 150

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye the week of March 13, 2017 – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. But the iPads will be discontinued next year in favor of the Dell Latitude Education Series (3160) touchscreen laptop computer.

EdTech 170

EdTech Chromebook Laptops iPad 170

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

With remote learning still at play, students now rely on virtual engagement with their teachers to have questions answered and assignments clarified. With the appropriate tools and tech access, instructional assistance from afar can be academically beneficial. Student data privacy and online safety are significant concerns.

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Blackboard Social Media Learning Student Data Privacy 74

Edsurge

APRIL 8, 2017

Given the high cost of traditional higher education and the need to train a new generation of tech economy workers , the growth of alternative learning providers seems likely to continue. But, while the education market is ripe for this kind of disruption, it remains a highly regulated space with numerous potential pitfalls.

Student Data Privacy 65

Student Data Privacy Outcomes Education Data 65

techlearning

OCTOBER 25, 2018

“Therefore, the FBI is providing awareness to schools and parents of the important role cybersecurity plays in the securing of student information and devices.” Heightened awareness, paired with a wealth of publicly available resources to help schools and districts address these concerns, is good news for educators, parents, and students.

Student Data Privacy 62

Student Data Privacy Policies Data Training 62

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. What is one positive effect technology has had on education?

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Technology Education Adaptive Learning Accessibility 70

Hack Education

MAY 18, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. All this feeds the review I write each December on the stories we are told about the future of education. National) Education Politics. Mick Zais has been confirmed as the Deputy Secretary of Education.

Education 49

Education Company MOOC Report 49

Edsurge

DECEMBER 12, 2016

In our fourth year-end personal statement roundup, we’ve again asked thought leaders to share their outlooks on education, but with a twist. Here’s what Manuela Ekowo, policy analyst with the Education Policy program at New America, had to say. education technology agenda. Distance education took place via.

EdTech 60

EdTech Student Data Privacy MOOC Policies 60

MindShift

MARCH 24, 2015

Drafted with White House input, the bill joins a previous Senate proposal, plus much action on the state level , from regulators, and from industry and other sector leaders. But some student-privacy advocates are saying it doesn’t go far enough in restricting what private companies can do with student data.

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Student Data Privacy Data Khan Academy Pearson 28

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

For the past ten years, I have written a lengthy year-end series, documenting some of the dominant narratives and trends in education technology. Oh yes, I’m sure you can come up with some rousing successes and some triumphant moments that made you thrilled about the 2010s and that give you hope for “the future of education.”

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Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

Hack Education

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Of course, DeVos has supported groups that back the Common Core in the past, including Jeb Bush ’s Foundation for Excellence in Education. ” The choice of DeVos, according to Slate’s Dana Goldstein, would “ gut public education.” The awfulness permeates all the things… Education Politics.

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Education Pearson Common Core Report 40

Hack Education

MAY 27, 2016

Education Politics. The Department of Education has released its newly proposed guidelines for school accountability. The Department of Education has released its newly proposed guidelines for school accountability. The changes are due to the replacement of one education acronym (NCLB) with another ( ESSA ). population.

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Education MOOC Common Core Trends 52

Hack Education

JUNE 8, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. All this feeds the review I write each December on the stories we are told about the future of education. National) Education Politics. Marcus to serve as Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil Rights.

Khan Academy 45

Khan Academy Education Facebook E-rate 45

Edsurge

AUGUST 17, 2018

Bush signed into law the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the last comprehensive reauthorization of the Higher Education Act (HEA). While the same law is on the books, much has changed in the country and in the higher education sector, and HEA is long overdue for another reauthorization. million American jobs.

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Outcomes Policies Student Data Privacy Digital Badges 98

Hack Education

JANUARY 26, 2017

Education Politics. The vote for Betsy DeVos , Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Education , has been delayed. Franken : No Democrat will vote for Betsy DeVos as education secretary – and we’re seeking Republicans to oppose her.” Via The Washington Post : “ Sen. Teresa UnRue of Myrtle Beach, S.C.,

Education 40

Education Coursera Robotics E-rate 40