Blaschke Report: Best Practices from CoSN’s Peer Review Program

Since 2016, CoSN has conducted 21 Peer Reviews for school districts around the country. The purpose of this research is to discover commonalities among school districts as well as distinctions…
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Selecting the Right EdTech…Every Time

In a recent panel discussion presented by edWeb.net and sponsored by Veracity Verification Solutions, I was invited to moderate a discussion regarding best practices for evaluating EdTech. It was a…
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The “P” in Project Management = The “P” in People

The “P” in project management should be interchangeable with the “P” in people. That’s because project management is just as much about the people as it is about the project.…
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Self-Assessment (District Security Checklist)

What is your district’s state of security readiness? Security means reliability and integrity of the operation as well as keeping the door locked on data. Use this questionnaire to gain…
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Broadband Planning 101

The Bandwidth Challenge With a majority of school systems starting the 2020-21 academic year with either hybrid or remote classrooms, school system IT leaders must be prepared to manage the…
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CoSN Student Home Bandwidth Calculator

As part of the recent Student Home Connectivity Report development, the Student Home Bandwidth Calculator is now available as a member-exclusive resource. Use this calculator to determine the estimated bandwidth…
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Not All Hotspots Are the Same

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to connectivity solutions. Instead, each solution has its strengths and weaknesses depending on the diverse challenges and needs of the students, school district, and community.…
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The Impact of Cyber-Physical Security Systems on IT Infrastructure

This content is an exclusive benefit for CoSN members. If you're a member, log in and you'll get immediate access. If you're not yet a member, you'll be interested to…
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What are Cyber-Physical Security Systems?

In the wake of school shootings, bullying, natural disasters, and other threats, districts are increasingly turning toward technological systems to enhance the safety of their campuses. These technological systems know…
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Cyber Safety: Seven Security Steps

Remote learning and remote work bring an increased range of online activities into the home. Teachers, students, and their families are at increased risk for cybersecurity attacks and exploits. These…
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