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Collaborating with Faculty on Information Security
Apr 27, 2017Learn MoreA common information security issue across college and university campuses is how to engage faculty in good security practices to protect university data. In m…
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HEISC Information Security Guide
Apr 27, 2017Learn MoreCampus leaders are grappling with how to effectively manage and understand challenges and issues associated with information security. They also have an intere…
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An Introduction to NIST SP 800-171 for Higher Education Institutions
Apr 27, 2017Learn MoreThis introduction to NIST 800-171 provides a brief overview of the special publication, how Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is defined, common types …
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CoSN Cybersecurity Toolkit
Apr 6, 2017Learn MoreCoSN's set of fundamental resources to help school districts protect against cyberthreats and develop effective security programs. The resources include: A pl…
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Seven Basic Security Checks for Evaluating Educational Platforms
Apr 6, 2017Learn MoreA checklist to assist parents and schools in considering the “basics” of security standards on new ed tech products and services they may be considering or usi…
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Developing a Privacy Program for your District
Aug 3, 2016Learn MoreThis video published by the U.S. Department of Education is a great resource for districts starting a privacy program.
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SREB Data Privacy and Security Policy Brief
Aug 1, 2016Learn MoreThis resource outlines some of the challenges associated with data privacy and security, and outlines policy solutions that state and local education officials…
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Data Security Checklist
Jul 1, 2015Learn MoreThis checklist is designed to assist stakeholder organizations with developing and maintaining a successful data security program by listing essential componen…
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Key Elements for Strengthening State Laws and Policies Pertaining to Student Data Use, Privacy, and Security
Mar 5, 2015Learn MoreEducation Counsel has put together a document with guidance for state policymakers around safeguarding student data. It is primarily aimed at state legislators…
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Roadmap to Safeguarding Student Data
Jan 12, 2015Learn MoreIf our destination is improved student achievement, we cannot get there without valuing and effectively using data in education. Central to reaching this goal …