EmpowerED Superintendent Toolkit

Education technology is a growing part of any superintendents’ role. In focus groups and interviews with superintendents nationwide, we heard that edtech projects inspire a lot of excitement, but also…
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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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Security Planning Template

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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Student Data Privacy Toolkit Part 1

Student Data Privacy Toolkit Protecting student data privacy is a critical and fundamental school system requirement. But addressing legal requirements and community expectations for student data privacy while allowing for…
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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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EdTechNext Report: Learning Analytics and Adaptive Technologies

This EdTechNext report aligns with a new CoSN initiative, Driving K–12 Innovation, an annual series of publications that focus on Hurdles, Accelerators and Tech Enablers to innovation. To develop the…
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EdTechNext Report: Low-cost, High-impact Tech To Address Digital Access

Each year, the CoSN Driving Innovation in K-12 reports identify what hinders and accelerates innovation in America’s K-12 school districts. These reports strive to support district technology leaders in their…
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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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Protecting Privacy: Making the Case to Leadership

This presentation covers the importance of protecting student data privacy in educational settings. It outlines the need for robust privacy practices, differentiates between data privacy and security, and emphasizes proactive…
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