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3 Myths About Identity and Access Management

EdTech Magazine

But amid all of the change is a constant: the importance of identity and access management. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, so does security. IAM is a cornerstone of cyber resilience and security preparedness. But the longer it’s around, the more misconceptions about it arise.

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How Cloud Software Widens Student Access to Learning

EdTech Magazine

They needed a way to give students access to applications that could scale rapidly, be accessed from anywhere and seamlessly integrate with one another. As more school districts implemented one-to-one programs over the past few years, they were faced with a challenge. The solution? Software as a Service.

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Eye on Zero Trust: How to Implement Identity and Access Management in K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

It is an evolving methodology in cybersecurity that governs user access to data and networks. Developed in 2009 by former Forrester Research analyst John Kindervag, the zero-trust security model revolves around the motto “never trust, always verify.”

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Breaking Down Barriers: How to Make Math Accessible for All Students

The CoolCatTeacher

00:05:45 – 00:09:44 : Math is Not Neutral Dr. Lidia Gonzalez talks about the importance of inclusive and equitable math education, touching on issues of access and representation. One is who has access to high-quality, rigorous math instruction. So issues of access making it non-neutral, but also the content we teach.

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6 Strategies for Using Actionable Data to Impact Student Success

Videri gives teachers and administrators access to comprehensive, integrated data so they can easily filter, drill down, and analyze data—to get the information that they really need, when they need it, and improve student outcomes.

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Announcing New White Paper: Access to Powerful Technology as a Catalyst for Career Pathway Engagement

Digital Promise

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How a Youth-Led Initiative Aims to Improve Access to Education in Cameroon

Digital Promise

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Technology to Support and Empower Users With Disabilities

There is an increasing global focus on accessibility for students in school. 15% of the worldwide population has some sort of disability, which affects educational institutions, employment, and parenting everywhere you go. Apple products have been synonymous with education.

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The Guide to Accessible Learning for Associations

Speaker: Dan Streeter, Vice President of Learning Strategy & Development at Blue Sky eLearn

You’re committed to ensuring the online education your association supplies is accessible to all your members and employees. Learning Objectives: By attending this webinar, you'll be able to: Apply the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (proposed WCAG 2.2) Acquire a set of eLearning accessibility evaluation tools.

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Increasing Equity and Access: A Canvas Case Study of Virtual Arkansas K-12

Virtual Arkansas, a fully online school, had a mission to provide high-quality courses in rural and urban areas throughout the state. How would they simplify content creation while enhancing learning? Discover 3 key insights to transform your classrooms.

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Why Genentech Is Transforming the Employee Experience for Mental Health Leave

Speaker: Deborah Olson, Lead Strategist, Genentech, a member of the Roche Group & Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, Medical Director, Lyra Health

The majority of these employees have difficulty quickly accessing a leave evaluation, further delaying their recovery time and contributing to meaningful loss of productivity for the company. Employees with a severe mental health diagnosis are five times more likely to go on disability leave than their peers.

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The Best Ways to Use Managed Apple IDs at Your School

Speaker: Aaron Webb, Jamf

Claris Connect automates the import of student information system (SIS) data and creates Managed Apple IDs at scale, giving students and teachers access to necessary technology and tools. Jamf provides device setup, low touch/no-touch deployments, and helps manage workflows.

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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One

Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

Highlights include: A comparison of how each authoring app handles key functionality, including interactivity, mobile design, accessibility, and more Important factors that impact the total price, such as integrations and support Learning trends that are most likely to affect your future needs, and more! Don’t miss this eye-opening event!

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A CHRO’s Perspective on Substance Use in the Workplace: Supportive Strategies to Help Your Workforce Thrive

Speaker: Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, Medical Director, Psychiatry and Naj Wright, MBA, C-Suite HR Executive

Through advances in technology and access to care, managers can be empowered to serve as the front line of defense to help identify employee Alcohol Use Disorder and Substance Use Disorder (AUD and SUD) concerns before they escalate.

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Leveraging Learner Variability to Elevate Equity in EdTech

Speaker: Vic Vuchic, Chief Innovation Officer & Executive Director, Learner Variability Project

Discover best practices for running an EdTech-enabled classroom that is accessible to every student. Develop knowledge on how EdTech products can be designed to reach the full diversity of learners in every classroom. October 17, 2019 11:00AM PDT, 2:00PM EDT, 7:00PM BST.