Let teachers be themselves: Concerns about online teacher harassment and practical tips for self-defense.
The digital age has introduced powerful tools to harass K-12 teachers online. Harassment can take many forms, but this blog will focus on recording (or leaking) teachers’ personal information and…
FTC Announces Complaint and Consent Agreement with Chegg
Starting in May 2022, educational technology (Edtech) companies must by notice The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says it is closely monitoring the industry to ensure student privacy protections in the…
Higher Education Compliance with GLBA Safeguards Rule Updates
Higher education institutions participating in the U.S. Department of Education’s federal student aid programs should be aware of recent developments. Updates to Safeguards Rule Requirements of Graham Leach Briley method…
FPF Student Privacy K12 2023-24 Trainer Application Training
course schedule October 11th, 2:00pm – 3:30pm ET – Student Privacy Introduction November 9th, 2:00pm – 3:30pm EST – Protecting Student Privacy This module provides an overview of federal student…
Unraveling the consumer privacy patchwork
What should edtech companies know about consumer privacy laws? As states continue to pass new consumer privacy laws, edtech companies may be wondering what their compliance obligations will be under…
Checklist to help schools vet AI tools for compliance
Schools and districts across the country are currently grappling with how to vet new education technology tools that incorporate generative AI. Various organizations have created frameworks designed to help schools…
FERPA Exception: Research in Research
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or Felpaprotect personally identifiable information contained in education records from unauthorized disclosure. For nearly half a century, this law has given parents privacy rights…
New Title IX rules define deepfakes as sexual harassment
On April 19, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education announced: Updated Title IX Regulations Through Title IX litigation, we have made clear that schools can bring harassment cases using non-consensual,…
9 tips for resolving conflicts
Do you often feel frustrated because of conflicts with your teenagers? No parent wants to fight with their teenagers. So what can you do when your teenagers argue with you?…
Communication Skills for Teens: 7 Skills Every Teen Should Have
Are you often misunderstood? Or do you often argue with friends and family? Maybe you’re not good at expressing your feelings and opinions. And even when we try, no one…