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IN-DEPTH: Antiquated Federal Laws Allow Exploitation of K-12 Student Data: Cybersecurity Expert

According to privacy and cybersecurity expert Joel Schwarz, districts are not prioritizing parental rights and student privacy.
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IN-DEPTH: Antiquated Federal Laws Allow Exploitation of K-12 Student Data: Cybersecurity Expert
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Masooma Haq
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Since the lockdowns, K–12 schools’ reliance on online education technology (Ed Tech) companies has grown exponentially, yet the laws that protect students’ online data are antiquated. Currently, parents have no legal recourse when student data privacy laws are violated.

Parents believe that school districts are required by student privacy laws to get parental consent to have students use online applications and SEL-infused technologies, but this is not always the case.

Masooma Haq
Masooma Haq
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Masooma Haq began reporting for The Epoch Times from Pakistan in 2008. She currently covers a variety of topics including U.S. government, culture, and entertainment.
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