An Introduction to Interoperability Standards for Education Leaders

Why Do Interoperability Standards Matter in K-12? With the explosive growth of digital resources to support both instruction and business decision making, more K-12 staff know how to use technology…
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Cybersecurity Insurance and Risk Assessments Webinar Recording (Free for CoSN Members)

Amy Mclaughlin serves as coast and cyber security initiative director. Traditionally in October, we do a webinar focused on the cyber security topic in honor of the cybersecurity awareness month. …
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Network Design: Build or Buy?

School systems are faced with the challenges of designing, supporting, and maintaining networks that meet the current and future demands of students and teachers, plus administrative and operational support for…
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Access At Scale

This report highlights key takeaways from CoSN senior leadership’s trip to Ontario, Canada.  The Delegation visited classrooms in two very large Ontario school systems (Toronto and York Region).  The report…
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Using Data to Support Digital Access

A Conversation Starter for School Leaders Using Data to understand the needs within your district is an important component to closing the digital divide.  This presentation is intended for CoSN…
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How to Build a Cybersecurity Program

Why does my district need a cybersecurity program School districts routinely collect, store, and access hundreds of pieces of protected personally identifiable information and educational records for students and staff.…
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Clear Privacy Practices

Parents and guardians want assurances that personal information and data about their children are secure and protected by our school system. These questions are rising as we use the Internet,…
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Security Maturity Rubric

The grid describes the status of issues that districts can examine to determine current degree of security preparedness. Log-in to Read More... (Member Exclusive)
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Cyber Safety: Seven Security Steps Teachers, Students & Families Can Protect Themselves

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

How to use this resource: It is recommended that you work with your district communications manager or team to coordinate working the following social media posts into the district's ongoing…
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