Data Privacy & Security for Administrators
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Many students and K-12 districts may inadvertently be allowing third parties to collect and sell student data through their web browsing and embedding of information into presentations.
Mind Your Cookies
Mindful Tracking Cookie Policies Improve K-12 Data Security
One of the easiest ways to prevent this occurrence is to cut down on tracking cookies.
Here is a compliance checklist for review: • Screen vendors, especially online vendors, for compliance • Know when to release and withhold records • Be aware of confidentiality law and disclosure – especially in regards to social media • Have secure methods of communication and data transfer in place
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA, protects student education records in both K-12 and higher education. The article addresses unintentional ways that educators and districts might be breaking the law.
The Unintentional Ways Schools Might Be Violating FERPA, and How They Can Stay Vigilant
Use this link to access the full Edsurge article.
Having a strong Incident Response Plan (IRP) in place is critical to enable your organization to respond quickly and effectively. Follow this checklist to implement an IRP: • Identify your risk profile using a cybersecurity risk assessment • Know your compliance responsibilities
• Create a Communication Plan • Identify and train stakeholders • Automate alert handling to prioritize highest-risk threats • Evolve and improve your Incident Response Plan over time
Quick Tips for Developing an IR Plan
Read more about developing a plan in this Security Boulevard article.
Voice-activated, artificial intelligence devices such as Alexa and Google Home are now part of classroom use. While they create an immersive learning experience there are privacy concerns that need to be addressed. Some simple steps include staff development on
FERPA, COPPAandCIPA at thebeginning of the school year, specific procedures and policies for having devices in classrooms, teacher input on technology committees, and administrative observance of instruction using this technology.
The Privacy Risks of AI Use in Schools
For more check out the full article from District Administration.
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