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. And it's common in other industries with sensitive information like financial services, King adds.

EdTech 156

EdTech Coursera Company Data 156

Edsurge

DECEMBER 12, 2018

That white noise you heard around student data privacy in 2018 is about to be replaced with thunder. Relative to the flurry of legislative activity seen in prior years, it was a somewhat measured year for student data privacy. Other states are expected to continue to refine and evolve their existing laws.

Student Data Privacy 162

Student Data Privacy Data Education Company 162

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Last week, the “Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News” was on vacation, amongst the tall trees of the northwestern coast, and mostly off the grid. The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. This past two weeks also saw seven (7!)

EdTech 170

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 170

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Wyoming Ends Program Supporting Migrant Students | Wyoming Public Media Statewide Network → Farmworker families often have to move from state to state to find work, and that makes school challenging for their kids. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech Social Media Industry Student Data Privacy 150

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Wyoming Ends Program Supporting Migrant Students | Wyoming Public Media Statewide Network → Farmworker families often have to move from state to state to find work, and that makes school challenging for their kids. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech Social Media Industry Student Data Privacy 150

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Last week, the “Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News” was on vacation, amongst the tall trees of the northwestern coast, and mostly off the grid. The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. This past two weeks also saw seven (7!)

EdTech 150

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 150

Edsurge

APRIL 1, 2020

So what else is next for the Salt Lake City-based edtech company? But of course, like everyone else in edtech, the rush of schools to online learning could change priorities for Instructure. But it’s OK by Instructure and its new owner, Thoma Bravo. “To To meet the expectation of demands is priority,” Benson says. “I

LMS 133

LMS Blackboard Company Moodle 133

Tom Murray

AUGUST 21, 2016

The Forum is led by Internet privacy experts and includes an advisory board comprised of leading figures from industry, academia, law and advocacy groups. Tackling issues of sensitive data, de-identification, big data, and ethics in use, this nonprofit is a thought leader in the student data privacy space.

Future Ready 100

Future Ready EdTech Advocacy Data 100

eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2018

For three days in March (12-15), almost 1,000 edtech leaders will descend on Washington, DC to connect, learn, network, and share solutions. Starting with an international focus, CoSN/UNESCO Global Symposium will highlight the essential digital-citizenship skills needed by students to be successful in today’s global environment.

Digital Citizenship 67

Digital Citizenship Conference Student Data Privacy Industry 67

edWeb.net

AUGUST 12, 2021

Leichty recommends that education administrators have policies in place that are aligned with federal and state privacy protection regulations, and make sure that all third-party apps and services being used by the organization are complying with the regulations. Kevin Lewis Sr. Kevin Lewis Sr.

Data 98

Data Student Data Privacy Software Internet Safety 98

Edsurge

OCTOBER 17, 2016

University of California, Berkeley students filed suit against Google for illegally scanning their emails. Pokemon Go launched its wildly popular location-based and data-hungry augmented reality game. And at least 14 states have passed student data privacy laws, so far. What are the privacy implications?

EdTech 60

EdTech Data Student Data Privacy Software 60

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.

Data 59

Data Student Data Privacy Learning Student Engagement 59

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.

Data 40

Data Student Data Privacy Education EdTech 40

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Mention edtech, and the first thought that usually comes to mind is collecting data to evaluate students’ progress. By asking three key questions, leaders can get a better sense of their K-12 edtech ecosystem. Do you know if any of these applications violate student data privacy?

EdTech 41

EdTech Data Student Data Privacy Libraries 41

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 14, 2019

No matter what the subject, though, every publisher should be ready to share their student data privacy standards for their digital tools. Previously, about half of the students in the United States were in adoption states, but the number of pure adoption states has decreased.

Instructional Materials 41

Instructional Materials OER Student Data Privacy Industry 41

Marketplace K-12

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

” One of the obvious questions about blockchain in the current education environment is whether it would become ensnared in the web of student-data-privacy concerns, which has tripped up many an ed-tech company and put K-12 district officials on edge. Opinion) Digital Badges Have Revolutionary Appeal.

Sony 40

Sony Digital Badges Khan Academy Education 40

Edsurge

DECEMBER 24, 2018

And we’re filing stories that capture the essence of the edtech industry in 2018. But the edtech industry has hit some bumps along the way, wrestling with collateral concerns from the public spotlight over data privacy and security. The Most Important Skills for the 4th Industrial Revolution?

EdTech 138

EdTech Pearson Industry Company 138

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 11 Edition). Technology used to target UAE’s cheating students | The National → "We were saying technology helps students cheat, now, we’d say it’s helping them understand unethical behaviour better than ever." Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 170

EdTech Chromebook iPad Laptops 170

eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2024

Implementing interoperability can bring information from edtech tools together to holistically contextualize student learning, allowing educators, schools, and districts to understand their students better and support their paths to graduation. territories, tribal lands, and DoDEA schools worldwide.

Data 116

Data EdTech Student Data Privacy Digital Divide 116

eSchool News

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Alex Seage built a career leading technology and innovation in the cruise industry, which also provided him with a deep understanding of the technology needed to improve the experience for cruise guests. Within days, they realized that students and teachers were using more than 2,000 edtech tools systemwide.

Education 122

Education Learning EdTech Data 122

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How technology has impacted students’ education Technology has had a transformative impact on K-12 education. The impact of technology on student learning has revolutionized the way students engage and interact in the classroom. Edtech has personalized the learning experience for K-12 students.

Technology 95

Technology Education Adaptive Learning Accessibility 95

techlearning

OCTOBER 25, 2018

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. Links to webinars and other training materials from the model Student Data Privacy program run by the Utah State Board of Education ?

Student Data Privacy 80

Student Data Privacy Policies Data Training 80

Hack Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Via The Wall Street Journal : “The federal government is pumping $245 million into the creation and expansion of public charter schools across the nation with hopes of helping students in low-income communities.” ” Via the Data Quality Campaign : “ Student Data Privacy Legislation : A Summary of 2016 State Legislation.”

Education 40

Education E-rate MOOC Report 40

Hack Education

MAY 18, 2018

Via Forbes : “The Startup President: How France ’s Macron Nearly Built An EdTech Company.” Via EdScoop : “ Google adds new terms to comply with Connecticut student data privacy laws.” Via Edsurge : “ New Markets Venture Partners ’ Latest Edtech Fund Closes at $68 Million.”

Education 50

Education Company MOOC Report 50

Edsurge

DECEMBER 12, 2016

The Trump Administration should also facilitate more mutually beneficial relationships between those who create predictive tools (typically education technology vendors) and those who use them (institutions, faculty, staff, and students). recommendations for the edtech industry to protect student data privacy.

EdTech 60

EdTech Student Data Privacy MOOC Policies 60

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

It works well, that is, if you disregard student data privacy and security. Again and again, the media told stories — wildly popular stories , apparently — about how technology industry executives refuse to allow their own children to use the very products they were selling to the rest of us. And “free” doesn’t last.

Pearson 145

Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

Hack Education

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

“ Will Trump care about student data privacy? ” “Where to Find Money for Your School’s Edtech Purchases ,” [according to Edsurge](Where to Find Money for Your School’s Edtech Purchases). ” Via EduKwest : “EdTech Market Brief India Q3 2016.”

Education 40

Education Pearson Common Core Report 40

Hack Education

JUNE 8, 2018

Meanwhile on Campus… “ Here’s How Higher Education Dies – A futurist says the industry may have nowhere to go but down. ” The head of the OECD ’s education division, Andreas Schleicher, writes in The Hill about “Educating students for the fourth industrial revolution.”

Education 46

Education Khan Academy Facebook E-rate 46

Hack Education

MAY 27, 2016

But you’re full of fallacy yourself if you think that’s going to stop me from making critiques about this industry. Its Crunchbase description is great : “TX-based edtech company.” Via Edsurge : “Edtech’s Next Significant Impact: Health and Wellness.” Good grief. million total.

Education 53

Education MOOC Common Core Trends 53

Hack Education

JANUARY 26, 2017

” Via Politico : “ Stanley Buchesky , formerly a managing partner at the venture capital firm The EdTech Fund , will work [at the Department of Education] on budget and finance issues.” ” Among The EdTech Fund’s investments : Teachboost and Citelighter. ” Education in the Courts. ” (I admit.

Education 40

Education Coursera Robotics E-rate 40