Video: FERPA and Virtual Learning – USBE

Video: FERPA and Virtual Learning – USBE

This video, published by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE), provides answers to FAQs about complying with FERPA while transitioning to virtual learning and general privacy tips.

Timestamps for FAQs
1:00 – Can I use an app/website/service for virtual learning?
2:18 – Can educators use web-conferencing software to hold a virtual class?
2:53 – If using web-conferencing software, may students appear on camera?
3:50 – Can schools hold virtual classes even though others in the student’s home may be able to see the class?
4:00 – Can virtual classes be recorded?
4:40 – Is it a problem to publicly post a video or screenshot of my virtual class?
5:30 – May educators have virtual one-on-one conversations with students?
6:40 – May we share student contact information with classmates so they may stay in touch with each other?

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