Digital Privacy and Safety for Educators

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of balancing technology with privacy and security in education. It outlines three key concepts: understanding where student data goes, knowing what data can be shared, and maintaining clear communication with parents. The video also highlights the legal requirements under COPPA and FERPA, and the need for proper evaluation of digital tools to ensure compliance with privacy laws. Teachers are encouraged to use digital tools safely to enhance learning while protecting student information.

What is one of the key roles of teachers in the digital age?

• To limit student interaction

• To ensure students are safe and comfortable

• To avoid using digital tools

• To only focus on academic success

What is the first concept teachers need to understand about digital tools?

• How to use them effectively

• Where student data goes

• The cost of digital tools

• The popularity of digital tools

Why is it important to know who has access to student data?

• To make data publicly available

• To reduce the cost of digital tools

• To increase data sharing

• To ensure data is used for educational purposes

What does COPPA require from companies?

• To have parent permission before collecting children's data

• To avoid using student data

• To provide free digital tools

• To share data with schools

Under FERPA, what rights do parents have?

• To sell student data

• To review and control educational records

• To access school financial records

• To restrict all data sharing

What is a critical aspect of ensuring student safety with digital tools?

• Avoiding all digital tools

• Clear communication with parents

• Using only free tools

• Ignoring privacy laws

Why is it important to educate parents about digital tools?

• To discourage their use

• To help them understand the benefits and safety measures

• To ensure they buy the tools

• To increase school funding

What should schools do to ensure digital tools are safe?

• Use tools without evaluation

• Only use tools from local vendors

• Rely on brand reputation

• Have tools assessed by evaluators

Who can certify a product's compliance with privacy laws?

• Any teacher

• A special evaluator

• The school principal

• A student

What is the role of evaluators in the context of digital tools?

• To sell digital tools

• To manage school finances

• To certify safety and compliance

• To create educational content