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Czuprynski, Christine N. – National School Boards Association, 2019
"Data security" describes the protections in place to prevent unauthorized access to or acquisition of personal student and staff information. A school district's data security measures might include keeping student and staff personal data in locked filing cabinets, and limiting access to those filing cabinets to people within the school…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Boards of Education, Data, Information Security
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Marachi, Roxana; Quill, Lawrence – Teaching in Higher Education, 2020
The Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) is used in thousands of universities across the United States and internationally, with a strong and growing presence in K-12 and higher education markets. Analyzing the development of the Canvas LMS, we examine 1) 'frictionless' data transitions that bridge K12, higher education, and workforce data 2)…
Descriptors: Management Systems, Longitudinal Studies, Data Analysis, Higher Education
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McDermott, Maureen; Reeves, Jennifer; Mendez, Gabriela; Capo, Berta; Karp, Jason – Distance Learning, 2019
A data breach occurs when a cyberhacker physically gains access to files on a computer or remotely bypasses a network's security system, gaining access to data, and stealing sensitive information. Remote network security breaches are a common method for taking sensitive information from companies. The confidential information can then be sold on…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Information Security, Privacy, Computer Software
National School Boards Association, 2014
The Cloud's presence in both personal and professional lives has happened so quickly. In fact, many of the educational tools employed by teachers and district offices operate through an Internet connection only. The advantages of Cloud-based platforms and learning tools are obvious--ease, convenience, 24/7 accessibility, less staff time…
Descriptors: Internet, Computer Software, Computers, Users (Information)
Shneyderman, Aleksandr – Office of Assessment, Research, and Data Analysis, Miami-Dade County Public Schools, 2015
Imagine Learning is a computer-based instructional program used with English Language Learners (ELLs) in the District. It is designed to provide instruction specifically to ELLs. During the 2014-2015 school year, the Imagine Learning (IL) program was implemented across the District, mostly for students at the initial level of participation in the…
Descriptors: Program Evaluation, English Language Learners, Comparative Analysis, English (Second Language)
Bienkowski, Marie; Gerard, Sarah Nixon; Rubin, Shawn; Sanford, Cathy; Borrelli-Murray, Dana; Driscoll, Tom; Arora, Jessie; Hruska, Mike; Beck, Katie; Murray, Thomas; Hoekstra, Jason; Gannes, Stuart; Metz, Edward; Midgley, Steve; Castilla, Stephanie; Tomassini, Jason; Madda, Mary Jo; Chase, Zac; Martin, Erik; Noel, Marcus; Styles, Kathleen – Office of Educational Technology, US Department of Education, 2015
Opportunities abound for software designers and developers to create impactful tools for teachers, school leaders, students, and their families. This guide for developers, startups, and entrepreneurs addresses key questions about the education ecosystem and highlights critical needs and opportunities to develop digital tools and apps for learning.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Design, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Johnson, L.; Adams Becker, S.; Estrada, V.; Freeman, A. – New Media Consortium, 2014
"The NMC Horizon Report" series is the most visible outcome of the New Media Consortium (NMC) Horizon Project, an ongoing research effort established in 2002 that identifies and describes emerging technologies likely to have a large impact on teaching, learning, research, or creative expression within every sector of education in some 65…
Descriptors: Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Technological Advancement
Stover, Del – Executive Educator, 1986
Discusses computerization of student recordkeeping and the computers and software programs available for different school needs. (MD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computers, Data Collection, Elementary Secondary Education
Levin, Dan – American School Board Journal, 1984
Describes a computer program called "Dispatcher's Assistant" that helps train drivers of special education vehicles, can supply first aid and emergency advice, and tracks individual student records. (MD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Emergency Programs
Beverly, Donald – School Business Affairs, 2003
Describes how Mahopac Central School District in upstate New York used home-to-school communications software to help improve communications with parents. Software allows parents online access to their child's school data such as course schedule, grades, discipline issues, assignments, and daily attendance via a password-protected district Web…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Online Systems
RMC Research Corp., Denver, CO. – 1990
The first of seven chapters in this guide for users of the Chapter 1 Information Management Program (CHIMP) provides an introduction to the program, which was designed to help school districts maintain data and produce reports used in the evaluation of Chapter 1 programs. It is noted that these reports are useful for meeting state and federal…
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Educational Administration, Elementary Secondary Education
Crawford, Chase W. – Principal, 1987
Discusses the many applications of microcomputer use by school administrators. The discussion is geared to "recalcitrant" administrators who have not begun to use computers in their work. Includes a sidebar listing of administrative software and another on computer use in education. (MD)
Descriptors: Accounting, Administrators, Bookkeeping, Budgeting
Fitterman, Lawrence Jeffrey – 1988
This paper demonstrates the importance of effective planning when using database application programs in exceptional education programs, to more efficiently track students' performance, keep vital information, and create desired reports. The described approach, called the ends-to-means model, calls for developing the database by designing the…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Database Design, Databases, Disabilities
Barbour, Andrew – Electronic Learning, 1987
A survey of 328 educators to determine trends in administrative computing shows that most administrators have microcomputers, and the most popular use of computers is for keeping student records. Hardware and peripheral equipment currently used and being considered for purchase are described, and budget information is also presented. (LRW)
Descriptors: Budgets, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Educational Administration
Huber, Joe – Technology Connection, 1997
Discusses gradebook programs, both for schools with electronic administrative programs and those without. Outlines problems and benefits of selected programs, focusing on intuitiveness (ease of use for those with little training); report generators and customization abilities; and graphing and attendance-keeping capabilities. (AEF)
Descriptors: Academic Records, Attendance Records, Computer Graphics, Computer Managed Instruction
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