In this session from the September 2024 Tech Tactics in Education conference, panelists Karen Daughtery, Director of K-12 Member Activities at 1EdTech, Michelle Watt, Chief Systems Officer for Scottsdale Unified School District, and Kelly Herman, Vice President, Accessibility, Equity and Inclusion at the University of Phoenix, delve into the key considerations for making informed procurement decisions in educational technology. They discuss the essential areas of privacy, accessibility, security, and artificial intelligence (AI), providing valuable insights from both K-12 and higher education perspectives. Key segments include data privacy practices, accessibility definitions and challenges, cybersecurity measures, and the ethical use of AI in education. Additionally, they share numerous resources and practical examples to help institutions navigate the complex digital ecosystem effectively. Visit TechTacticsInEducation.com for more.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:32 Meet the Panelists
02:22 Understanding the Digital Ecosystem
04:29 Privacy Considerations in EdTech
13:34 Accessibility in Digital Tools
25:34 Security Measures and Best Practices
35:42 AI in Education: Opportunities and Challenges
44:09 Q&A and Closing Remarks