This 2011 brief outlines critical threats to educational data and information systems. Threats are divided into two categories: technical and non-technical. A brief description of each threat is followed by a suggestion of appropriate risk mitigation measures. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Data Security: Top Threats to Data Protection
This 2011 document assists stakeholder organizations, such as state and local educational agencies, with developing and maintaining a successful data security program. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Data Security Checklist
This collection includes resources covering data topics such as Data Breach Response, Disclosure Avoidance, Security Best Practices, Data Governance, and more. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) PTAC Toolkit
This 2011 electronic book is fourth in a four-part series. It focuses on the ways data can be used by stakeholders and how data can be turned into actionable information. It also provides case studies of effective data use. Published by: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Traveling Through Time: The Forum Guide to Longitudinal […]
This 2011 document summarizes a webinar in which representatives from states presented on their states’ unique approaches to identity management. Presenters discussed the types of stakeholders served, authentication approaches used, user roles and access rights, district involvement, and privacy and security issues. Published by: Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems (SDLS) State Support Team (SST) Identity Management […]
This 2010 guide presents best practices in the ethical use and management of education data and is intended to improve the quality of education data gathered for use by policymakers and program decision-makers. Published by: The National Forum on Education Statistics The Forum Guide to Data Ethics
This 2010 electronic book is the first in a four-part series about longitudinal data systems (LDS). It provides an overview of what a longitudinal data system (LDS) is and its benefits, the process for instituting and using an LDS, and identifying the features and capabilities of an LDS. Published by: National Forum on Education Statistics […]
This report is a case study of Maryland’s progress (as of 2009) toward building and using early childhood data systems. Published by: National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
This 2010 report is a case study of Pennsylvania’s progress (as of 2009) toward building and using early childhood data systems. Published by: National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) A Look at Pennsylvania’s Early Childhood Data System
