Privacy
Thanks to new tools and evolving technologies, school districts have collected more student data than ever. This is why school and district transparency, a thorough knowledge of data governance, and clear contract terms are all vital components of an efficient student data privacy strategy.
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District-wide Collaboration Moves Everyone Forward in Wheeling, IllinoisInclusionary practice, authentic learning and one-to-one with Lenovo and Acer Chromebooks all characterize CCSD21's programs. |
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Going Big (Texas Style) with One-to-One LaptopsHouston ISD is about to enter the third phase of its phenomenally successful 1:1 PowerUp initiative, which allows teachers in all 282 district schools to create a rich learning environment filled with project-based learning, 21st-century skills development, and coursework aligned to individual aptitudes and interests. |
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New Common Sense Report Puts Privacy in PracticeThe privacy landscape facing kids and families is constantly evolving. That's why Common Sense Media has released a new report: Inside the Kids' Privacy Zone. |
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Cloud, Security and IT insights for Education from IntelIntel has compiled resources for districts seeking cloud computing and security strategies to help support their schools, students and teachers. |
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CoSN Establishes ‘Trusted Learning Environment’ Seal to Ensure Student Data PrivacyCoSN's Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal will allow school system leaders from across the country to communicate their privacy efforts to parents, communities, and other stakeholders while ensuring that their school systems are adhering to best practices. |
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Teachers Matter When it Comes to Protecting PrivacyPrivacy is a topic of critical concern for school administrators and IT leaders. Read as Bob Moore explores the role of another essential group - teachers. |
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Making Progress on Data PrivacyIt is the time of year for celebrating successes of all kinds and particularly in one area greatly impacting students and parents. Read as Bob Moore looks at the progress recently gained in the area of privacy and security of student and staff data. |
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Who Uses Student Data?This engaging infographic and video from the Data Quality Campaign helps visually capture the flow of student data; showing how student data—whether collected from schools to the U.S. Department of Education—is accessed and used. |
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10 Foundational Principles for Protecting Student DataThe Data Quality Campaign and CoSN—along with 32 leading national education organizations representing parents, teachers, principals, superintendents, state boards of education, chief technology officers and many others—have come up with 10 Principles for Protecting Personal Information of Students. |
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Avoid Technology PR Nightmares in AcademiaSave your school or district from publicity nightmares. Read this list of practical technology tips from Elliott Levine and maintain the school's reputation, stakeholder relationships and much more. |
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To Build Trust – Secure Student DataTo secure trust in our systems and people, we must take appropraite steps to secure all data. Read Bob Moore's post about four big challenges to data security faced by schools and districts. |
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Data Security: The First Step to Protect Student PrivacyIn this analyst report, Bob Moore presents the practical steps that every school technology leader should be taking to ensure security of data, with protecting privacy as the end in mind. |
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