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student privacy

Many Schools Use Edtech That Puts Student Privacy at Risk. Here’s What They Should Do Instead

By Erik Ofgang published

Recent research found that 78% of required or recommended school apps were “very high risk” in terms of student privacy, suggesting a need for greater protections at schools.

Classroom Tools
backing up data

5 Quick Tips for Backing Up Your School Data

By Steve Baule published

Practical advice for backing up to protect your data from cyber attacks or technical mishaps

Cyber Security
COPPA

The FTC Is Proposing Updates to COPPA. Here’s What You Need To Know

By Susan Gentz published

COPPA is more than 20 years old and long overdue for an update to better protect students and their data

Cyber Security
data privacy day

5 Tips for Creating a Data Privacy Day in Your School

By Sascha Zuger published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD WINNER - A data privacy day in your school can help raise awareness regarding the importance of protecting students’ online presence

Cyber Security
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Ensuring Secure Digital Collaboration

By Erik Ofgang published

Teaching educators the basics of cybersecurity and fostering good digital citizenship can help keep your school network secure

Cyber Security