Educational Technology Cooperative

Integrated Data Systems and Predictive Analytics in Higher Education

Tiffany Harrison — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:45:00 +0000

This policy brief explores up-to-date information on how data systems and predictive analytics work in tandem to provide colleges and universities the data necessary to map out the future. Through aligned data systems and data definitions, higher education entities can make better data-based decisions and gain substantial returns on investments.

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COVID-19 and Broadband Access in SREB States

Beth Day — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:24:00 +0000

Resources and Strategies for Extended School Closures

Access to broadband speeds sufficient for digital learning has become one of the most pressing education issues of the COVID-19 pandemic. This briefing offers an overview of the Federal Communications Commission Keep Americans Connected Pledge, the E-Rate program extension, TV white space, CARES Act funding and additional K-20 strategies to expand broadband access.

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Making the Connection

Beth Day — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 17:16:00 +0000

Digital Skills and Access for 21st Century Learning

This brief covers student digital literacy and bandwidth, two of SREB’s 10 Issues in Educational Technology. It presents definitions and state standards for digital literacy, then turns to the need to expand reliable, affordable bandwidth for educators and students. The report details 2019 legislative actions on broadband and spotlights Louisiana’s bandwidth plan, concluding with recommendations and resources for policymakers.

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Ed Tech: ESSA, Perkins V, and WIOA

Beth Day — Thu, 09 May 2019 19:14:00 +0000

Integration Points to Support the Improved Use of Technology

SREB hosted a series of five 20-minute mini-webinars on how integrated planning for federal education laws can support education technology. Links to view the recorded sessions are available under each topic.

Governance: View recording
Programs: View recording
Equity: View recording
Accountability: View recording
Hearing From States: View recording

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governance.pdf

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handout_equity_edtech-e-p-w_webinar_final.pdf

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handout_accountability_edtech-e-p-w_webinar_final.pdf

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Calendar dates

05/16/2019 - 06/13/2019

Cyberattacks: Helping Schools Fight Back

David Raney — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 14:43:00 +0000

Nearly 60 percent of U.S. school districts report cyberattacks infrequently — every month or less, according to a recent Consortium for School Networking report. But in November, David Couch, K-12 Chief Information Officer at the Kentucky Department of Education, made a startling announcement. Couch told the SREB Legislative Advisory Council that he’d seen over 4 billion attempted cyber-attacks in one year in his state.

National Cyber Security Awareness Month

Veronica Johnson — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 19:27:00 +0000

Technology security is a global issue for education, government, military, [image:7190, w25 image right] business and private individuals. Each October, the topic is highlighted to bring attention to the issue.

According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is celebrating its 15^th year since inception. Homeland Security provides information on its website.

Expanding Accessibility to Digital Spaces Through Improved Policy and Practice

Christine Oliver — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 18:04:00 +0000

Making online content accessible for students with disabilities is not easy, but it is the law. As deficiencies have resulted in lawsuits and costly resolutions, more-specific legislation has emphasized that all students need greater access to digital resources. This policy brief reviews the legal landscape and offers recommendations for how states, state agencies, colleges and schools can comply with federal and state disability laws.

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Data Privacy and Security

Matia Edwards — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:49:00 +0000

Policy Brief, 10 Issues in Educational Technology

Educators and policymakers often struggle to balance keeping data private and secure with making educational technology available for innovations in teaching and learning. This policy brief reviews recent legislation related to data privacy and security and reports on security breaches at various organizations. It also provides policy recommendations that incorporate best practices in technology, transparent data governance and security risk mitigation, while maintaining accessible and functional systems.

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