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The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Safeguarding Student Privacy: Ethical Use of AI in K-12 EducationThis presentation explores responsible AI implementation in K-12 education, focusing on enhancing learning while protecting student data. Topics include the benefits and risks of AI, best practices for data privacy and security, compliance with legal standards, and practical AI applications that ensure student privacy. Learn how to use AI responsibly to create a safe and effective educational environment.Key Take Aways:How to implement AI technologies responsiblyBenefits and risks associated with using AI technologies in schoolsAI data privacy and security best practices.The Sessions Everyone Was Talking About Webinar...2025-07-1537 min
Marketing and EducationWhat’s Really Changing in K–12 Tech? A Deep Dive into CoSN’s 2025 ReportIn this episode of All Things Marketing and Education, Elana Leoni sits down with Keith Krueger, CEO of CoSN (Consortium for School Networking), to unpack the biggest takeaways from CoSN’s 2025 State of EdTech District Leadership report.With over three decades of experience leading conversations around technology in education, Keith offers a grounded, systems-level view of where K–12 technology leadership is headed. From the rise of AI to the persistent gaps in cybersecurity readiness, Keith shares what’s keeping CTOs up at night—and where they see real opportunity for change.Together, Elana and Keith explore...2025-07-1046 min
K12 Tech TalkEpisode 208 - Live from CoSN 2025!We travel to the Emerald City this week to hang out with the great folks at CoSN! This podcast episode, recorded live at the CoSN conference in Seattle, offers interviews with participants, organizers, and presenters. Topics centered around the human aspect of AI, cybersecurity, and some amazing innovations from school districts around the county!
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ETLA The Beat : An EdTech Leaders Alliance PodcastETLA The Beat S1 E5 CoSN Chapter Conversation : An EdTech Leaders Alliance Podcast ETLA The Beat S1 E5 : An Edtech Leaders Alliance Podcast Welcome to ETLA The Beat! This is a new monthly podcast sharing news, resources and content from the EdTech Leaders Alliance. Guests Stephen Collins and Kevin Ghantous as we discuss the ETLA’s Ohio CoSN Chapter and the various committees, learning, and professional opportunities that are a benefit of that. This includes the Mentorship, Cybersecurity, TLE Trusted Learning Environment, and the previously discussed CETL program. We also discuss how ETLA has taken innovative steps to bring discounted CoSN Memberships to Ohio. We share more information on...2025-03-1925 min
ETLA The Beat : An EdTech Leaders Alliance PodcastETLA The Beat S1 E3 COSN CETL : An EdTech Leaders Alliance Podcast ETLA The Beat S1 E3 : An Edtech Leaders Alliance Podcast Welcome to ETLA The Beat! This is a new monthly podcast sharing news, resources and content from the EdTech Leaders Alliance. Guest Mike Daugherty of the Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools joins the podcast to discuss the COSN CETL Program, the Cohort he runs and why it’s a great opportunity for any EdTech Leader. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 0:23 Interview with Mike Daugherty 33:03 Closing ETLA Website (CETL information midway down for the June/July Cohort information) ht...2024-12-1735 min
ETLA The Beat : An EdTech Leaders Alliance PodcastETLA The Beat S1 E1 Membership Overview : An EdTech Leaders Alliance Podcast ETLA The Beat S1 E1 : An Edtech Leaders Alliance Podcast Welcome to ETLA The Beat! This is the first episode of a new monthly podcast sharing news, resources and content from the EdTech Leaders Alliance. This episode will introduce you to this Edtech Leadership group, membership, and how it relates to COSN, ISTE and other affiliates. SB 29, DPA resources, and the upcoming ETLA conference, CETL and other professional development opportunities are discussed. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 0:23 Interview with Dr. Stacy Hawthorne about ETLA 22:43 Closing ETLA Website ...2024-10-1723 min
edWebcastsLeading Education Technology Innovations: Current Challenges and SolutionsThis edWeb podcast is presented by CoSN and AASA and sponsored by ClassLink.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Each year, CoSN conducts a national survey among education technology leaders to assess the current state of technology innovation across multiple school systems. For the past several years, the one aspect that has remained constant in the survey results is the fact that education technology is always evolving.Season seven of the CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent edWeb podcast series opens with an overview of the CoSN 2024 State of EdTech Leadership Survey. Five specific...2024-09-131h 10
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Trailblazing into 2025: Initiatives that Under-resourced, Suburban & Large Urban Districts Are Implementing NowHow will you innovate in your school district or organization this year? Join CoSN’s Edtech Innovation Committee at our upcoming webinar on Wednesday, August 21, when you will discover how under-resourced, suburban, and large urban districts are implementing groundbreaking strategies to transform education in the upcoming school year. Edtech leaders in K-12 education will highlight practical examples and successful innovations that are paving the way for future-ready schools. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and prepare for another year of educational excellence.The presenters are from the CoSN EdTech Innovations Committee.During the...2024-09-081h 00
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Spain Simulcast - What have we learnt in Spain?Continuous Learning, AI, and Digital Education Strategy
CoSN CEO Keith R. Krueger welcomed everyone, particularly the delegation from the US and Australia, to discuss the importance of continuous learning, especially in the context of the pandemic. The conversation focused on the sustainability of investments in education and infrastructure, and the potential of artificial intelligence in education. Carlos Medina from the Spanish Ministry of Education provided insights on their digital education strategy, highlighting a significant investment of €1 billion over the years to equip all classrooms in Spain and close the digital divide by providing devices to students. He al...2024-05-2458 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: CoSN CGCS K-12 Gen AI Maturity Tool For Organizational Assessment, Readiness & PlanningJoin us for a dynamic discussion on the K-12 Generative AI Maturity Tool, developed collaboratively by CoSN, the Council of Great City Schools (CGCS), and Amazon Web Services (AWS). This tool builds on the insights from the K-12 Generative AI Readiness Checklist launched in the autumn of 2023. It is designed to help school districts assess and enhance their readiness for integrating Generative AI technologies.
Throughout the webinar, a district leader currently using the tool will share experiences and insights, demonstrating how the tool has supported their instructional and operational objectives.
Participants will learn how to...2024-04-231h 01
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Inclusive Ed Tech: Tips for IT Leaders on AT ImplementationJoin this dialogue with the Center on Inclusive Technology and Education Systems (CITES) to gain insights from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Education Technology and Office of Special Education Programs on the recently released assistive technology (AT) guidance and National Education Technology Plan. Each document highlights how students with disabilities can be supported to help ensure academic success. During the discussion, CITES will share district leadership resources including self-assessments, job descriptions and professional learning facilitator guides so teams can launch or build upon their inclusive technology practices.
Facilitator: Christine Fox, Vice President Operations
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The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Student Data Privacy Fireside Chat: FERPA Solutions for Your DistrictWe’re sitting down with Ross Lemke, manager of the US Department of Education’s Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for a conversation to learn about common FERPA missteps and tips for keeping your district’s student data privacy program on solid ground. Learn what mistakes to avoid – and how to avoid them – as we dive into good practices for protecting student data privacy, straight from PTAC.
Linnette Attai, CoSN Project Director, Student Data Privacy and Trusted Learning Environment Seal Program
Ross Lemke, US Department of Education’s Privacy Technical Assistance Center
In our professional...2024-02-0557 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: 2023 Federal and State Cybersecurity Legislative TrendsPlease join us for a webinar as we welcome Reg Leichty and Andrea Johnson.
Reg Leichty is the Founding Partner Foresight Law + Policy Washington, District of Columbia
Andrea Johnson is a Policy and Research AssistantForesight Law + Policy Sheridan, WY Office
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and worldwide present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
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The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Key E-Rate Strategies for NowJoin Amy McLaughlin, Vince Humes, Tony Harvey, and Colleen Davoren as they discuss Key E-Rate Strategies.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and worldwide present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit: https://www.cosn.org/education-events/webinars/
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The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar: Empowering School Districts; An Introduction to AI Use Policy Toolkit for EducationThe rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology present both incredible opportunities and significant challenges for educational settings. Whether or not a school district is considering leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), the influence of this technology on educational ecosystems is undeniable. As AI increasingly becomes a part of our daily lives, district leaders have a responsibility to understand its impact in educational settings and make informed decisions accordingly. This is true whether the aim is active adoption or simply preparation for a future where AI tools become more prevalent in educational settings.
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The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: AI & Cybersecurity: What You Need to KnowJoin us to delve into the pivotal interplay between artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Join us as we unravel the ways AI is transforming threat detection, intrusion prevention, and incident response. We’ll explore real-world applications, benefits, challenges, and the ethical dimensions of AI in cybersecurity. Be part of the conversation to stay informed about the latest trends and essential insights for navigating this evolving landscape effectively.
Presenters:
Amy McLaughlin, MS, MA, CETL, CISM, CHPS, CDPSE, CISSP, CoSN Cybersecurity Project Director,Executive Director, Technical and Solutions Architecture Oregon State University (OR)
Bryan Ruzenski, Dir...2023-10-2634 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: CoSN Digital Equity DashboardLearn about the Digital Equity Dashboard, an innovative and practical tool designed to help school districts and communities leverage data to close digital equity gaps. The powerful instrument integrates various national data sets into one comprehensive dashboard. By anonymizing the data and breaking it down into county, school district, and zip code units, the Digital Equity Dashboard provides school and community leaders with valuable data to inform decision-makers and address equity concerns.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and worldwide present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts...2023-09-2658 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: K-12 Cybersecurity: Building Defensible and Resilient K-12 Digital Infrastructure with the U.S. Department of Education1,619 cyber incidents: that staggering number represents only the publicly reported cyber incidents experienced by K-12 institutions in the U.S. between 2016 and 2022. The K-12 Cybersecurity webinar with the U.S. Department of Education is a call to action for education leaders in school districts and state agencies in support of the Biden-Harris Administration’s whole-of-government effort to improve the defensibility and resilience of education’s digital infrastructure. Timed to coincide with the back-to-school season, the webinar will focus on highlights from CISA and ED’s recently released Defensible and Resilient K-12 Digital Infrastructure Brief, which features cybersecurity recommendations and promisi...2023-09-1259 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Generative AI: The New School Supply?As the new school year approaches, we understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving educational landscape. That’s why we are thrilled to invite you to an insightful and interactive webinar titled “Generative AI: The New School Supply?”
During this engaging online event, we will explore how Generative Artificial Intelligence transforms the educational experience for students, teachers, and school leaders. Join us as we delve into the fascinating applications and benefits of Generative AI in prepping for the school year, conducting meetings with teachers, and collaborating with school leaders. Hear f...2023-08-1859 min
The CoSN PodcastStudent Data Privacy in K12 Learning with Kerry Gallagher, S3E11Student privacy is a growing concern across K12 education. Although many digital tools and edtech providers have invested in student data privacy, many stakeholders are calling for more training, awareness, and cybersecurity in the classroom. How can we guarantee that students get the best possible experience leveraging edtech tools and that their data is secure and privacy safeguarded? In this episode of the CoSN Podcast, we discuss student data privacy, increasing awareness, vetting procedures, and more. There is no doubt that schools have a responsibility to protect student data and maximize student data privacy. In order to d...2023-05-3136 minedWebcastsSucceeding with Digital Equity: CoSN’s 2023 Award-Winning District’s Leadership StrategiesThis edWeb podcast is sponsored by ClassLink and presented by CoSN and AASA. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Digital equity is a constant and challenging issue of our times. CoSN annually awards a school district with the association’s Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity to honor and recognize those districts that are working to eliminate inequities and narrow the gap when it comes to digital access. Corpus Christi ISD in Texas is the recipient of CoSN’s 2023 Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity.In this edWeb podcast, the superintendent of Corpu...2023-05-1358 min
The CoSN PodcastThe Necessity of Robust Cybersecurity for Sustainable K12 Learning, S3E10We must invest in effective cybersecurity to mitigate these risks and increase the health of our K12 schools. In the third part of this three-part series on K-12 Education and Cybersecurity, our guests share backgrounds, standards, and strategies for cybersecurity success. Overall this conversation highlights the multitude of factors that add up to increase the health and security of K12 data systems and cybersecurity. There is no doubt that the work of our guests and IT professionals across the education sector is essential. Today’s guests are Mayank Agarwal and Scott Gilhousen. M...2023-04-2630 min
The CoSN PodcastTransformational IT and Cybersecurity Collaboration, S3E9How do you balance technological accessibility and cybersecurity? This is a question many school districts have asked over the past several years. Particularly during remote learning, many districts challenged their preconceived notions on accessibility and cybersecurity, leading to many robust changes in districts nationwide.
In this conversation, special guests Doug Thompson and Henry Martin discuss how schools can best implement transformative IT and ensure that sensitive data protection maintains its secure status through collaborative planning and execution.
Doug Thompson is the Chief Education Architect at Tanium. He is a passionate sto...2023-03-2928 min
The Association Insights PodcastA Spark for Conversation: Insights from CoSN’s 2023 global Driving K-12 Innovation reportsKeith Krueger, MPA, CAE, CEO of The Consortium for School Networking, returns to the A100 - this time as a guest on podcast, hosted by Colleen Gallagher and Meghan Henning. The three of them explore the findings and highlights of CoSN’s 2023 global Driving K-12 Innovation reports.
They talk through the hurdles in the way of innovation in today’s school, the accelerators paving the way for teaching and innovation, and what the most important technology enablers are for schools to leverage this year. Keith shares insights around the problems technology can help solve, as we...2023-03-2328 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Designing an Acquisition Process for Your DistrictHave “ILL gotten goods” ever shown up at your doorstep with individuals expecting them to be added to the network? Join us for another IT Leadership discussion about the Value of Investment (VOI) and the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for technology items. Four district IT leaders will talk about their new technology acquisition process when the funds come from unrestricted entities like parent organizations or Donors Choose. While this issue seems to be an age-old problem for IT leaders, our panelists will be able to shed some light on their district process solutions and how sustainability can be built...2023-03-081h 00
The CoSN PodcastThe Rise of Digitization, S3E8As school digital ecosystems expand and rapidly become more at threat, there needs to be a transparent understanding of building and adapting functionally digitized systems.
In the second part of this three-part K-12 Education and Cybersecurity series, our guests discuss the expansion of more developed operational and learning management systems in schools and strategies for successful implementation and change management.
As both of this episode's guests can attest, school districts' use of digitization has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and there are a host of challenges technology and education practitioners need to be aware...2023-03-0135 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Protecting Yourself: What Students, Parents, Teachers, and Staff Need to Know about CybersecurityCybersecurity is not just a technology issue. It is part of everyone’s job.What do students, parents, teachers, and staff need to know to protect themselves and their schools from cyber-attacks?What are the best practices for teachers with their students? How does the school work with parents and staff on an ongoing basis?The assumption is that the responsibility for all cybersecurity decisions and outcomes rests solely with the technology team. Some assume that managing cybersecurity risk is too technical for students, parents, teachers and staff involvement.Nothing could be...2023-02-2252 min
The CoSN PodcastSetting the Broad Context and Democratizing Cybersecurity, S3E7In an ever-growing connected world, cybersecurity is a growing issue that often gets overlooked. From financial risks to personal information risks, cybersecurity risks have changed the landscape of K12 and higher education. Despite the growing risks, we have yet to see a hyper-awareness of school and community leaders of the landscape of cybersecurity impact.
In the first part of this three-part K-12 Education and Cybersecurity series, our guests discuss why cybersecurity is so important, current risks, often overlooked struggles, the significance of collaboration, and more. This conversation aims to address the issues at hand and improve awareness...2023-02-1536 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: CoSN K12 Leadership Pre-Survey TipsCoSN K12 Leadership Pre-Survey Tips Webinar on January 5th, 2023.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit: https://www.cosn.org/education-events/webinars/
Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CoSN and LinkedIn to stay updated on CoSN events!2023-02-0809 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: 2022 Federal and State Cybersecurity Legislative Trends WebinarToday's panelists include:
Reg Leichty, Founding Partner Foresight Law + Policy, Washington, District of Columbia
Andrea Johnson, Policy and Research Assistant Foresight Law + Policy, Sheridan, WY Office
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit: https://www.cosn.org/education-events/webinars/
Be sure...2023-02-0632 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 7Welcome to Episode 7 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. This episode completes a two-part series looking at the ever-changing world of cyber insurance and how it impacts K-12 districts. For this second part, we are fortunate to be joined by Commissioner Jon Godfread of the North Dakota Insurance Department to further discuss how to prepare for renewals and overall preventative measures. Hosts: Jennette Irish-Glass - Orange City Schools John Rizzo - Shaker Heights City Schools Sean Whelan - West Geauga Schools Next Month’s Episode : An...2023-01-1249 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: CoSN CETL® Certification Basics WebinarWhat is it?
Why it's beneficial?
How to apply for recertification?
Today's panelists include:
Chelsea Earhart, MBA, CAE, Director of Certification, CoSN CETL® Certified Program (KS)
Robin Gunter, CETL®, CoSN Certification Governance Council, Chair, Executive Director Instructional Technology Richardson ISD (TX)
Chantell Manahan, CETL®, CoSN Certification Governance Council, Member Director of Technology MSD of Steuben County (IN)
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities faci...2022-12-2251 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 6C:\bot_run A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Welcome to Episode 6 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. This episode begins a two-part series focusing on the ever-changing world of cyber insurance and how it impacts K-12 districts. For this first part, we are fortunate to be joined by Brad Hunt of Leverity Insurance Solutions as he provides guidance on how districts can be prepared for renewals and navigate potential claims. Hosts: Jennette Irish-Glass - Orange City Schools John Rizzo - Shaker Heights City...2022-12-1740 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: A Leader's Role in Supporting UDLIn order to reduce barriers, leaders must work to develop their Universal Design for Learning mindset, knowledge, and skills to ensure that all learners have equitable access to educational materials and resources. During this session, you will hear from two district leaders who are using a UDL mindset to lead.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free...2022-12-1447 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Capturing the Value of Investment for Technology SpendingCapturing the Value of Investment for Technology Spending.
Today's panelists include:
Frankie J. Jackson, CETL, Subject Matter Expert, CoSN
William Pierce, Executive Administrator of Digital Innovation and Program Management, Jefferson County School District (KY)
Diane W. Doersch, CETL, Technical Project Director, Digital Promise (DC)
Rob Dickinson, Chief Information Officer, Wichita Public Schools USD 259 (KS)
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 fo...2022-11-301h 00
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 5Welcome to Episode 5 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. This special episode was recorded at the Learn21 Ohio CoSN/ISTE Conference in Columbus. The panel took a look at 10 Things You Can Do To Better Your Cybersecurity Posture For FREE. Hosts: Jennette Irish-Glass - Orange City Schools John Rizzo - Shaker Heights City Schools Sean Whelan - West Geauga Schools Special Guests: Jennifer Fry - Delaware City Schools Sheri Brokaw - Delaware City Schools Next Month’s Episode : A focus on Cyber Insurance wi...2022-11-1530 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 4a RereleaseC:\bot_run A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Welcome to Episode 4 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. In our prior episodes of C Bot Run we discussed a variety of organizations that provide services and/or resources that can help schools with their cyber security efforts. We also discussed just how overwhelming and sometimes confusing it can be to decipher “who’s who?,” How are the organizations related? What exactly do they offer? This episode continues to build off that foundation by taking a deeper di...2022-11-1056 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Key Findings from CoSN's 2022 K-12 IT Leadership SurveyCoSN has conducted an annual survey of U.S. K-12 IT Leaders for the past nine years. The results from the 2022 survey were recently released. Come to this webinar to learn about the key findings and better understand today’s EdTech landscape around the state of cybersecurity risks, BYOD initiatives, demands for home access support, and more.
The survey and this webinar were made possible by the Ed-Fi Alliance and CDW-G, conducted in partnership with MCH Data, K12 Insite, and AASA.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and ar...2022-11-0923 min
Connected NationThe partnership that's helping create a more inclusive and effective educational system in the USOn this episode of Connected Nation, we talk with those behind a powerful new partnership aimed at helping school districts remove barriers to the use of technology within special education. We ask how the new partnership will work to support school leaders, what parents and teachers should know, and why this is a critical step in creating a more effective AND inclusive educational system within the US. Related links:CITES framework - https://cites.cast.org/get-startedCoSN podcast - https://anchor.fm/cosn/episodes/Creating-A-Framework-For-Inclusive-Technology--S3E5-e1p48vu2022-11-0941 min
The CoSN PodcastCreating A Framework For Inclusive Technology (Part Two) S3E6Over the past two years, we have seen technology use in the classroom skyrocket. From assessment tools to curriculum support, these technologies are essential to classrooms in districts across the country. Hand in hand with the bloom in learning technologies, inclusive technologies have become a major topic of discussion in the education world.
In part two of this two-part series sponsored by the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES) at CAST, our guests discuss how to implement a technology program that meets the needs of all learners. Step by step- setting standards, creating guides for teachers...2022-11-0229 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: 2022 CoSN EdTech Trends and FundingIn a recent survey, CoSN members shared their experiences and how emergency funding has impacted purchasing decisions. This 30-minute webinar will highlight the key findings, and every attendee will receive a copy of the full survey report.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please...2022-10-2515 min
The CoSN PodcastCreating A Framework For Inclusive Technology, S3E5Over the past two years, we have seen technology use in the classroom skyrocket. From assessment tools to curriculum support, these technologies are essential to classrooms in districts across the country. Hand in hand with the bloom in learning technologies, inclusive technologies have become a major topic of discussion in the education world. What is inclusive technology in education? The aim of inclusive technology is to create environments using technological resources to ensure that all students can thrive academically. In part one of this two-part series presented by the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES) at CAST, our...2022-10-1235 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 4Welcome to Episode 4 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. In our prior episodes of C Bot Run we discussed a variety of organizations that provide services and/or resources that can help schools with their cyber security efforts. We also discussed just how overwhelming and sometimes confusing it can be to decipher “who’s who?,” How are the organizations related? What exactly do they offer? This episode continues to build off that foundation by taking a deeper dive into another important player in the cyber security services space – T...2022-10-1156 min
The CoSN PodcastK-12 Cyber Data – Best Practices for School Systems, S3E4A common phrase in the cybersecurity world is “cybersecurity is not a priority until it has to be.” Security measures are essential to schools, and as we will discuss in this episode, good procedures ensure safety success. In this episode presented by Telos, Our guests today discuss bad actors, sensitive data, low-hanging data, federal funding, and why cyber security is an essential core function of every school district.
Today’s guests are Pete Cevenini and Vincent Scheivert. Pete is the former Montgomery County Public School (MD) Chief Information Officer & Former Maryland State Department of Education CIO. Pete was nam...2022-10-0535 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Driving K-12 Innovation: Tech Enablers #2 (February 16, 2022)The pandemic has shifted education as we know it and now is our chance to move forward into a world where innovation is central to catalyzing change needed more than ever before.
During CoSN’s two Driving K-12 Innovation Summit #2, we will explore the Tech Enablers that our Advisory Board has deemed the most influential for 2022. What are the biggest challenges and motivations for change, and what are the tools to help us get there? How has the COVID-19 pandemic played a role in the process?
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from ac...2022-09-2833 min
The CoSN PodcastK-12 Cyber Data – Exposing Hacker Ecosystems, S3E3What is a hacker, and what threats do they present to K12 school districts? As we begin the school year, we want to ensure that K12 districts are adequately prepared to address these risks and secure data. In this episode presented by Telos, we discuss the philosophies behind anti-hacking data security and strategies educators can take to protect district networks, data, information, and security systems from hackers.Today’s guests are John Frangos and James Levija. John is the Director of Cyber Threat Analytics at Telos Corporation. He is a former Army Chinese Mandarin linguist and technical ta...2022-09-2126 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Student Data Privacy Webinar (August 17, 2022)Building a data privacy governance program is a significant undertaking, requiring leadership support, knowledgeable technology leadership empowered to build and implement the program, and an institution-wide culture that is open to change. The “what” is understandable, but the “how” is often murky. How do you engage with leadership to make the case for building or improving your privacy program? How do you start building acceptance for the needed changes? Join us as we do a deep dive into the “how” with representatives from 2 districts that have each earned their Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal. Listen in as they share how they mov...2022-09-161h 00
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Driving K-12 Innovation: Hurdles & Accelerators Summit #1 (February 2, 2022)The pandemic has shifted education as we know it and now is our chance to move forward into a world where innovation is central to catalyzing change needed more than ever before.
During CoSN’s two Driving K-12 Innovation Summit #1, we will explore the Hurdles & Accelerators that our Advisory Board has deemed the most influential for 2022. What are the biggest challenges and motivations for change, and what are the tools to help us get there? How has the COVID-19 pandemic played a role in the process?
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts fr...2022-09-1355 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 3Welcome to Episode 3 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. In our prior episodes of C Bot Run we discussed a variety of organizations that provide services and/or resources that can help schools with their cyber security efforts. We also discussed just how overwhelming and sometimes confusing it can be to decipher “who’s who?,” How are the organizations related? What exactly do they offer? This episode builds off that foundation by taking a deeper dive into another important player in the cyber security services space - NIST. We...2022-09-1340 min
The CoSN PodcastK-12 Cyber Data - New Dangers from New Sources, S3E2As schools return for the 2022-2023 school year, students will bring hundreds of devices with thousands of applications into district ecosystems. With an increase in in-classroom technology, exploitable student devices, and insecure applications, data is at risk. In this episode of the CoSN podcast presented by Telos, we discuss cybersecurity issues in schools and how actionable data and strategies districts can take to protect their data from novel dangers.
Today’s guests are Eric Nester and Wesley Doebler. Eric Nester is the Director of Intelligence Enterprise Solutions at Telos Corporation. Eric began his intelligence career in the Un...2022-09-0734 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Stepping Up Every Day – Leadership in K12 Education (November 3, 2021)Join us to share your story and hear from a panel of professionals, just like you, in various stages of their careers. Explore how leadership looks today. Discover the strategic drivers that should frame your approach to leadership each day. Explore the different stages of leadership and continue to grow in your role, and advance your career.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present on their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for...2022-09-061h 02
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Cybersecurity Insurance and Risk Assessments (October 6, 2021)The Cybersecurity Insurance landscape is rapidly changing. Premiums and deductibles are increasing and insurance companies are demanding that K12 organizations take a more active role in protecting their technology environments. Insurance companies are also rolling out risk assessments and questionnaires to determine rates and eligibility.
What do you need to do to prepare to respond to these risk assessments and maintain an insurable technology infrastructure?
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present on their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to addres...2022-08-3051 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Solving Broadband Equity Disparities All Hands On Deck - A Demonstrated Approach (September 8, 2021)As students moved to virtual learning, it quickly became clear that the broadband equity issues plaguing students were more significant and more complex than we knew. Hudson School District in Wisconsin benefitted from agencies who worked together to help solve this issue.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present on their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
For a complete...2022-08-2355 min
On Campus - with CITI ProgramStudent Privacy: Higher Education - On Campus PodcastJim Siegl, CIPT, is a Senior Technologist with the Youth & Education Privacy team at the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF). For nearly two decades prior to joining FPF, Jim was a Technology Architect for the Fairfax County Public School District with a focus on privacy, security, identity management, interoperability, and learning management systems. He was a co-author of the CoSN Privacy Toolkit and the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) seal program and holds a Master of Science in the Management of Information Technology from the University of Virginia.Shea Swauger (he/him) is a Senior Researcher for Data...2022-08-2314 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: 2021 CoSN EdTech Trends (July 20, 2021)Hear about the CoSN 2021 Member Survey and survey results, and get the latest perspective from school districts like your own.
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present on their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all.
For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit: https://www.cosn.org/education-events/webinars/
Engage further in the discussion on Twitter...2022-08-1618 min
The CoSN PodcastThe CoSN Webinar Series: Recruit and Retain People of Color in IT (June 16, 2021)Organizations often focus on gender diversity, and while this does improve school system's performance, ethnic diversity has an even larger impact on stakeholder outcomes.
Diversity is not just a "do good" thing - it supports your school system's bottom line.
Join us in this webinar to discuss:
Why diversity matters
How to attract talent from ethnically diverse groups
How to make sure that the talent you attract wants to stay with you
Click to watch this webinar
In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and a...2022-08-0955 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 2Welcome to Episode 2 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. In our prior episode of C Bot Run we discussed a variety of organizations that provide services and/or resources that can help schools with their cyber security efforts. We also discussed just how overwhelming and sometimes confusing it can be to decipher “who’s who?,” How are the organizations related? What exactly do they offer? This episode builds off that foundation by taking a deeper dive into one important player in the cyber security services space - MS-ISAC. ...2022-08-0956 min
The CoSN PodcastRethinking Cyber Risk and Security Investment, S3E1Cybersecurity is an interesting and developing topic in the world of K12 education. Over the past several years, we have seen a massive investment in technology across schools and districts. This investment in educational tools has led to increased risk from student data to network soundness.
In this episode of the CoSN podcast presented by Tanium, we discuss the cyber risk challenges that are unique to education, how to handle multi-device and individual device security, and an effective framework for districts, schools, and tech leaders to understand and implement cybersecurity strategies.
Today’s guest is Do...2022-07-2725 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 1Welcome to Episode 1 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. This first episode gives an initial top level discussion of the many entities out there that support schools and other organizations when it comes to cybersecurity. The team also focuses on the government relationship to these various resources. Following this will be a series of episodes focused on interviews and deep dives into these organizations. NIST (Govt entity under Dept of Commerce) CISA (Govt entity under HSA) CIS / MS-ISAC (non-profit but government affiliated) K12-Six (non-profit) ...2022-07-1124 min
C bot run : A K12 Cybersecurity PodcastC:\bot_run : A K12 Cybersecurity Podcast Episode 0Hello. Welcome to Episode 0 of C:\bot_run, a podcast focused on discussions and conversations about K-12 cybersecurity. This introductory episode give a quick overview of our hosts and the concept behind the podcast. Future episodes will focus on navigating the complicated world of K-12 Cybersecurity topics and the related organizations. Hosts: Jennette Irish-Glass - Orange City Schools John Rizzo - Shaker Heights City Schools Sean Whelan - West Geauga Schools The podcast team would like to thank their sponsor, the Learn21 Ohio Chapter of CoSN. https://learn21.org/ohi...2022-07-1110 min
The CoSN PodcastExamining New Caney ISD’s Data Operational Success with Gretta Rogne, S2E19In the nearly 13,000+ school districts across the country, there are millions of data points that can help educators understand success. From student performance on standardized test scores to integration with learning tools, these data points can transform a district's approach to learning if handled correctly. In order to effectively handle data and create data transparency with the whole district, new systems have to be independently created to meet the needs of the district. New Caney ISD, one of the fastest-growing districts in the state of Texas, provides a new model for structuring data and implementing new data-driven initiatives.
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The CoSN PodcastThe District Led Self Review - S2E18Reviewing a district’s overall technology usage is essential in the modern school. With data and cyber security concerns and the prevalence of technology in the classroom, the challenges districts are facing are incredibly unique and unprecedented. In response to the needs of these districts, the CoSN team, in partnership with Dell Technologies, expanded CoSN’s “Peer Review” process to increase resources for leadership-driven technology initiatives. The Peer Review and the District-Led Self-Review are designed around the CoSN Digital Leap Success Matrix, which outlines the practices needed to be a successful digital school system. The review processes use this Matrix t...2022-06-0838 min
The CoSN PodcastThe Cybersecurity Leadership Game with Amy McLaughlin, Matt Dascoli, and Frankie Jackson - S2E17The education world is constantly changing and growing, and technology is consistently a factor in that change. In our new technology-forward education industry, cybersecurity is a major factor in protecting students, educators, and communities. In this episode of the CoSN podcast presented by Dell Technologies, we discuss current cybersecurity industry standards and the exciting CoSN “CyberSecurity Leadership Game” with Amy McLaughlin, Frankie Jackson, and Matt Dascoli.
Amy McLaughlin is the Executive Director, Technical and Solutions Architecture at Oregon State University and Cyber Security & Network Consultant & Project Lead at CoSN. Frankie Jackson is the Director of Strategic Initiatives at t...2022-05-2531 minedWebcastsLeading for Digital Equity: Award-Winning Community Engagement StrategiesThis edWeb podcast is sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN, AASA, and edWeb.net.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Digital equity has proven to be one of the most critical issues of our times. Lessons learned over the past two years have taught education leaders that they cannot solve the challenges of digital equity in their school districts without actively engaging a wide range of community groups. CoSN annually awards a school district with the association’s Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity to honor and recognize those districts that are working to el...2022-05-121h 01
The CoSN PodcastBridging the Digital Divide with Dr. Patrick Gittisriboongul - S2E16Digital Equity – was an often discussed topic during the pandemic and was a subject that many rural, urban, and suburban communities faced when going to online learning. Providing students with technology and internet access was a long and arduous process for many districts, and it led to some amazing infrastructure initiatives and changes. In this episode of the CoSN podcast presented by Discovery Education, we discuss the factors of digital equity and strategies to address inequities.
Today’s guest is Patrick Gittisriboongul, Ed.D, Assistant Superintendent of Technology and Innovation at Lynwood Unified School District in California. In 20...2022-05-1135 min
The CoSN PodcastInclusive Design Made Practical - S2E15Technology – when used thoughtfully – can have a tremendous impact in supporting districts’ goals around inclusive learning environments. What are the biggest challenges and what are some proven, practical strategies to make learning more inclusive? We’re tackling those questions today with a panel of expert practitioners:
Karen Janowski - inclusive technology consultant and former adjunct professor at Simmons College in Boston
Beth Poss - educational and technology consultant, accessibility and inclusion advocate, speech/language pathologist, and former assistant principal
Chris Bugaj - inclusive technology facilitator, speech language pathologist, and founding member of the Assistive Technology Team for Loudoun County P...2022-02-0850 min
The CoSN PodcastHow Do We Ensure Impact on Student Learning? - S2E14In the third and final episode of this Large Districts Great Minds mini-series, we’re discussing strategies for balancing the technology landscape to ensure impact on student learning. A trio of leaders from the Wake County School System in North Carolina join the podcast to share practices that have worked for them, along with situations in which technology is – or is not – the answer to districts’ needs.
Marlo Gaddis, Chief Technology Officer; Allison Reid, Sr. Director of Digital Learning & Libraries; and Lisa Belsha, Director of Digital Resources to their expertise and proven strategies. The guests speak about the quest...2022-02-0141 min
The CoSN PodcastHow EdTech Data Helps Schools Personalize and Prepare - S2E13Data is a key element that supports school districts in the journey from sight to vision. When used correctly, data increases our understanding of individual students’ strengths and needs, helps us create meaningfully personalized learning environments, and gives us the tools to put our goals within reach and make them achievable.
Dr. Mary Levinsohn-Klyap, Coordinator of Data Literacy & Coaching for Howard County Public Schools in Maryland, is this episode’s featured guest. Mary discusses the critical importance of making meaning of data and the role data coaches can play in that process. They also dive deep into the...2022-01-2529 min
The CoSN PodcastBuilding and Supporting a Diverse Technology Team - S2E12In our previous episode, we discussed the changes taking place within school districts in response to, and also to embrace, trends regarding remote and hybrid work environments. Today, we’re continuing to speak about the ways in which technology departments are evolving their goals, aligning staffing objectives to those overall goals, and developing new approaches to build modern teams. Specifically, we’re discussing the process of building and supporting diverse technology teams.
Our expert guests give their perspectives on the ways in which districts benefit from diverse technology teams, some of the recruitment blind spots they’ve uncove...2022-01-0646 min
The CoSN PodcastThe Future of Hybrid Work in School Districts - S2E11Remote and hybrid work environments have grown in popularity over a number of years, and this trend, like so many others, has been accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic. The trend is now impacting schools just as it is transforming other workplaces and industries.
In considering schools’ teaching and learning objectives, and the tools and technologies we use to best equip students with future-ready skills, predicting and understanding the “future of work” is an important factor. How can district leaders address their immediate needs while simultaneously redefining work environments and building the edtech leadership to support them?
Toda...2021-12-1540 min
The CoSN PodcastHelping Students Understand Cybersecurity and Digital Citizenship - S2E10In the past two episodes, we’ve discussed digital security and cybersecurity, and the fact that each stakeholder group within a school district plays a role in ensuring the cybersecurity plan is effective. Students are one of those key stakeholder groups, and they’re the focus of this episode. How do we help them develop digital citizenship skills and understand their role in ensuring digital safety?
Dan Farsaci, Director of Technology for Liverpool Central School District in New York, joins the podcast to share his expertise on this subject. Farsaci and MindRocket Media Group discuss how digital citi...2021-12-0128 min
The CoSN PodcastCybersecurity in Remote and Hybrid School Environments - S2E9What are some of the specific cybersecurity challenges school districts are facing and addressing? How have the past two years changed the cybersecurity landscape?
Gary Lambert, Director of 21st Century Learning for Beekmantown Central School District in New York, is the guest on this episode and shares his insights on these critical topics. Lambert and MindRocket Media Group discuss the reasons why concerns about cybersecurity are in the DNA of 21st century learning, how the pandemic has influenced cybersecurity trends, and some of the tools Lambert’s district is utilizing to mitigate cybersecurity challenges. They also discuss ad...2021-11-1737 min
The CoSN PodcastChoosing the Right Digital Security Tools - S2E8Digital safety and cybersecurity are among the most critical responsibilities of school districts. Technology leaders nationwide are constantly evaluating new tools and best practices to develop an effective, reliable security plan that all stakeholders can follow. We look at digital security tools in part one of this three-part series. How do districts determine their needs, find tools that align with their strategy, and succeed with the implementation of their plan?
edCircuit chats with technology leaders from Nebraska’s Norris School District: Noel Erskine, Technology Director, and Bryan Williams, Network Administrator. They discuss the key factors for evaluating a...2021-11-1040 min
Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration MindsetGoogle Earth and other Geo Tools with the Partial Credit Podcast GuysThree Google Earth Education Experts, Google Innovators, and Trainers—Jeffery Heil, Jesse Lubinsky, and Donnie Piercey—join me to discuss different tools and features for exposing students to different geographical areas. The guys from the Partial Credit podcast tell us about Google Earth, Google Earth Voyages, Google Earth Engine, and more! Show notes also available at jakemiller.net/eduducttape-episode-66 A Book for a Friend Contest! Submit your book endorsement on Flipgrid or Speakpipe! FlipGrid.com/EduDuctTape Speakpipe.com/EduDuctTape Soapbox Moment: The Zappos EdTech Tool Mindset Barry Schwartz: “All of this choice . . . produces paralysis, rather than libera...2021-10-271h 29
The CoSN PodcastImplementing High-ROI Technology at Scale - S2E7Billions of dollars are spent annually on promising education technology solutions, but how many deliver an ROI in improved student outcomes? Often, the way to determine the best tools is to ensure alignment with teaching best practices and research-based approaches. When we rely on the right data and involve all stakeholders in the process, we can implement high-impact, innovative ideas at scale.
Dr. Sonny Magana and Jon Corippo are this episode’s expert guests to talk through these topics. Sonny is an online learning pioneer who served as the founding principal of Washington State’s first CyberSchool. He i...2021-09-2342 min
The CoSN PodcastEdTech Innovation to Drive K-12 Equity - S2E6“Innovative” may be an overused buzzword in some corners of the education technology marketplace, but that doesn’t contradict the reality that innovation is happening in schools across the U.S. However, to better understand the meaningful trends happening in K-12, we must connect innovative practices with their practical purpose, particularly the ways in which innovation improves equity, access, and outcomes. So, what does a truly innovative school look like, and what might we expect to see develop within the next 5-10 years?
Tom Davis is the guest on this episode, and he shares a thoughtful perspective develo...2021-09-0928 min
The CoSN PodcastClosing the Gap - S2E5Marcia Kish, Chief Innovation Officer with DSD Professional Development, joins this episode of the podcast to discuss one of the pressing issues facing educators of all roles: closing knowledge gaps created or exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. School leaders and classroom teachers clearly understand the challenges students have faced, the goals set for their learning, and the urgency of achieving a great start to the new academic year. The question now is: how can we ensure success?
Kish and edCircuit tackle this issue from a variety of angles, including a discussion of the challenges teachers have observed...2021-08-2432 minedWebcastsInnovative Technology Solutions to Address Digital Equity - Award-Winning Collaborative Leadership StrategiesThis edWeb podcast is sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN, AASA, and edWeb.net.The webinar recording can be accessed here.The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically launched the need for schools to swiftly move to online learning for all students. This in turn revealed the urgency of solving the challenges of digital equity. To meet those challenges, it is imperative that school districts work with multiple groups within their communities to succeed in assuring effective digital access for all. CoSN annually awards a school district with the association’s Community Leadership Award for Digital Equ...2021-07-151h 00
The CoSN PodcastDiscussing the Early Career K-12 CTO Academy - S2E4In this episode, Jeremy Wickham, Director of Technology for North Shore School District 112 in Highland Park, Illinois, joins us to discuss his experience with the Early Career K-12 CTO Academy. Jeremy was a graduate of the 2020-21 Academy cohort.
The Academy is designed to address the needs of education technology leaders with fewer than four years of experience. Participants learn skills such as creating a culture of innovation in their district, building diverse teams that include underrepresented populations in the edtech industry, supporting student-centered learning and technology budgeting, and more. The Academy is generously supported by CoSN’s...2021-06-2923 min
The CoSN PodcastBreakthrough Findings on Student Home Connectivity - S2E3In this episode, Dr. Tom Ryan, Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer for the Santa Fe Public Schools, joins the podcast to discuss findings from CoSN’s groundbreaking new Student Home Connectivity Study. Ryan was chair of the Educator Advisory Committee that worked on the report.
The survey drew on data from 13 school districts enrolling 750,000 total students, representing a significant data set to allow CoSN to provide evidence-based advice to districts and inform policymakers. Ryan and host MindRocket Media Group, discuss how the data informs nationwide goals around digital equity, connectivity, and tech-enabled learning.
Many important topics an...2021-06-0129 min
The CoSN PodcastEdTech Data Trends in 2020-21 - S2E2In the second part of our mini-series on education technology data, Mark Finstrom, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Highline Public Schools, a district of 20,000 students in Washington state, joins the podcast to discuss data trends from the current year. What do the trends tell us, and how can we apply them? Finstrom discusses specific observations in Highline PS, as well as the ways in which these trends can be interpreted for broader understanding.
Among the important topics discussed are the ways in which prior edtech planning benefited the district, along with some of the major surprises from...2021-05-1829 min
The CoSN PodcastUsing Data to Address Digital Equity - S2E1On the Season 2 premiere of The CoSN Podcast, edCircuit speaks with a pair of leaders from Oak Park Elementary School District 97 in Illinois—Dr. Carol Kelley, the district’s Superintendent, and Michael Arensdorff, Senior Director of Technology, join the show to discuss the equity initiatives they’re leading in Oak Park. The guests describe their broader goals around equity and, specifically, how they’re leveraging technology as a driving force.
This episode is part one of a mini-series supported by LearnPlatform. Learn more at learnplatform.com
Engage further in the discussion on Twitter: @DrKforequity @marensdorff25 @CoSN @EdC...2021-05-1128 min
GOVTech Advisors PodcastGOVTech Advisors Podcast Ep 004 Mike FloodJoin us for an amazing conversation with Mike Flood as we talk all things Education, Schools, and EDTech!
He does amazing work with www.kajeet.com and beyond!
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www.linktr.ee/govtechcast2021-04-211h 00
The Dr. Will Show PodcastMichele Eaton (@micheeaton) - Author Talks: The Perfect BlendMichele Eaton is the Director of Virtual and Blended Learning for the M.S.D. of Wayne Township in Indianapolis, Indiana and author of the book The Perfect Blend. She focuses on staff and course development for Achieve Virtual Education Academy and provides leadership for the district's online and blended initiatives and programs. Michele is a 2020 ISTE Making IT Happen Award Winner, CoSN CETL and 2016 Next Generation Leader, 2018 EdWeek Leader to Learn From, Past-President of the ISTE Online and Blended Learning Network, Conference Chair for the Indiana Connected Educators organization (an ISTE affiliate), and moderator for the #INeLearn chat...2020-11-0846 minedWebcastsSchool Leadership 2020-2021 - Unprecedented Challenges in a COVID-19 WorldThis edWeb podcast is sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN, AASA, and edWeb.net.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Leading learning in this new 2020-2021 school year comes with much more than the usual set of challenges for school leaders, educators, students and parents in K-12 education. AASA and CoSN came together and formed a partnership to assist school leaders in leading digital transformations.Whether school districts are currently functioning in a traditional face-to-face teaching and learning setting, in a totally remote learning environment, or in some sort of hybrid model...2020-09-1659 minedWebcastsSmart Education Networks by Design - The CoSN SEND InitiativeThis edWeb podcast is sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN, AASA, and edWeb.net.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Today, K-12 education networks are required to do much more than address district operational and administrative needs. Now, more than ever, school networks must serve students and teachers both inside and outside the classroom, anywhere and anytime. Innovative technologies, more access to the internet, and powerful communication, creation, and collaboration tools are driving instructional transformation. Rapid change is increasing the demand for greater network capacity and reliability. In the not-too-distant future, innovations in data...2020-07-191h 01
The CoSN PodcastVendor Perspectives During the COVID-19 Crisis, S1E8In this episode, hear interviews with Caroline Rinker, CoSN’s Director of External Relations; Rod Houpe, Director of Business Development at Education Networks of America (ENA); and Michael Flood, Vice President of Strategy at Kajeet. These experts discuss the conversations that need to take place between districts and vendors as the groups mutually plan for success in the new industry reality.
MindRocket Media Group leads a discussion on how vendors should be planning ahead for the buying and selling cycle, in light of many schools closing for the rest of the academic year (1:57); how districts can make th...2020-04-1736 min
The CoSN PodcastCybersecurity Considerations During COVID-19, S1E7In this episode, hear interviews with Amy McLaughlin, CoSN’s cybersecurity project director, and Tom Ashley, CTO and Director of Technology at Huntington County Community School Corporation in Indiana.edCircuit leads a discussion on cybersecurity concerns during this COVID-19 pandemic. With the increased need for effective remote learning capabilities in these unconventional times, this topic is worthy of much investigation. The guests offer key insights on the following topics: The advantage of early preparation for distance learning (1:09); VPN and remote user security issues (3:02); providing resources that help districts ramp up (4:10); equity and tech access for families (6:12); student po...2020-03-2718 min
The CoSN PodcastRemote Collaborating and Planning, S1E6In this special CoSN podcast delivered in partnership with AASA (The School Superintendents Association) and Digital Promise, the participants examine best practices for working, learning, and living during this crucial and challenging time. edCircuit interviews the following guests: Samantha Becker, Project Director for CoSN's Driving K-12 Innovation; Daniel Foreman, Associate Director of Professional Learning, Digital Promise, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools; and Diane Doersch, Technical Project Director, Digital Promise, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools.The guests offer essential information and key insights on the following topics: Convening and collaborating through digital platforms (1:21); key questions that need to be asked...2020-03-1931 min
The CoSN PodcastThe Superintendent’s Role in Technology Leadership - S1E5This episode features interviews with Dr. Donna Wright, Director of Schools, Wilson County Schools in Tennessee, and Dr. David Schuler, the superintendent of the Township High School District 214 in Illinois and chair of the CoSN Superintendent Advisory Council.edCircuit leads a discussion on the role of the superintendent in leading technology initiatives. The guests offer insight on the following topics: The different layers of leadership and how they’ve contributed to the evolution of technology initiatives (1:01); defining the gaps and using data to guide, enhance, and support professional development (7:35); telling the teacher story through th...2020-03-1331 min
The CoSN PodcastImproving Alignment Between IT Leaders and Business Partners, S1E4In this episode, edCircuit interviews CoSN board member Steve Langford, the Chief Information Officer for Oregon’s Beaverton School District, and Lillian Kellogg, Senior Vice President of Client Services at Education Networks of America (ENA) and Affiliates.The conversation focuses on how IT leaders and business partners can better understand each other’s needs within the evolving vendor-purchaser environment. Among many themes, the guests discuss managing the expanded universe of education technology that is affecting vendors and partnerships (1:24), how school districts are now pushing the needle with vendors (3:30), implementing solutions with finite resources (7:35), methods vendors can use so t...2020-03-0629 min
The CoSN PodcastThe Rise of Esports in K12 Education S1E3In this episode, edCircuit speaks with Kyle Berger and Pete Just about the rise of esports within K-12 education. Kyle, who was TCEA’s 2009 Technology Director of the Year, is CTO for Grapevine-Colleyville ISD in Texas. Pete is the CTO and COO of the MSD of Wayne Township (Indiana) and is currently serving his second term as CoSN Board Chair.The conversation will advance education technology leaders’ understanding of esports within the school district setting, including how and why to implement esports programs. Among the topics discussed: How to “sell” the value of esports programs to stakeholders in schoo...2020-02-2830 min
The CoSN PodcastWhat New K-12 CTOs Need to Know S1E2In this episode, edCircuit interviews Donna Williamson, facilitator for CoSN’s Early Career K-12 CTO Academy, along with two members of the current Academy cohort: Karyn Dobda, Director of Innovation and Strategic Initiatives for Pennsylvania’s Quaker Valley School District; and Steve Thomaschefsky, Director of Technology, School District of Waupaca (Wisc.).The conversation touches on a number of topics relevant to technology leaders in education. Among other topics, the guests discuss how districts can make sure to have the right leaders in the CTO role [3:50], how school boards can identify people who aren’t simply “techies,” but have the p...2020-02-2024 min
The CoSN PodcastDigital Equity with Beth Holland S1E1In the debut episode of the podcast, edCircuit interviews Beth Holland, CoSN’s Digital Equity and rural Project Director.Holland earned her undergrad degree in communications studies from Northwestern, a Master’s in Technology Innovation and Education from Harvard, and a doctorate from Johns Hopkins in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education. Her professional career is just as impressive, with time spent as an English teacher, Director of Academic Technology, and a number of roles in the Navy, among others.In this episode, the conversation touches on a number of topics relevant to technology leaders in education. Amon...2020-01-3024 min
The Practical Ed Tech PodcastThe Practical Ed Tech Podcast #8 - Featuring Dr. Beth HollandIn this episode I talked with Dr. Beth Holland about her work at COSN around issues related to digital equity. The last part of the conversation we talked about stand-up paddleboarding and lessons learned from racing stand-up paddleboards. Yes, it's an unusual mix of topics. But it is a fun mix and we had a great time recording the conversation. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. 2019-09-1637 min
My Tech ToolbeltMTT026| OER, Oh My! Open Educational Resources - Kristina IshmaelMTT026 OER, Oh My!, Open Educational Resources - Kristina Ishmael Looking for a way to have enhanced or a alternative resources for your curriculum? Well, you are in for a treat as we speak with Kristina Ishmael from New America where we talk about Open Educational Resources, or OER. She explains what type of resources are available, licensing, and how you can use the resources once you have them. Kristina’s enthusiasm about OER will have you excited to see how you can use OER in your school. Open Educatonal Resources (OER), are teaching and learn...2019-02-0700 min
Background ModeTMO Background Mode Interview with the CIO of CoSN Susan BeardenSusan is the Chief Innovation Officer for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) in Washington D.C. From 2016 to 2017 she was a Senior Education Pioneers Fellow for the U.S. Department of Education. She also participates in the EdTechChat Radio podcast for the BAM Radio Network.
After a discussion about Susan’s fascinating career progression from musician to IT specialist to Education Technology specialist, we launched into a discussion of “digital citizenship,” also the title of her book. It basically encompasses how to be a smart, informed, ethical user of the internet. The book is aimed a both t...2019-01-2200 min
Fuel for Educational Change AgentsCoSN Panel Discussion on the 2009 K-12 Horizon ReportThis is a podcast recording of the K-12 Horizon Report panel presentation at the CoSN Conference in Austin, Texas, on March 11, 2009. According to the project's official website, "The Horizon Project, as the centerpiece of NMC's Emerging Technologies Initiative, charts the landscape of emerging technologies for teaching, learning and creative inquiry and produces the NMC's series of Horizon Reports." The K-12 Horizon Report focuses on emerging technologies which specifically relate to K-12 Education. The "Horizon Report: K12 Edition Wiki" provides links not only to the 2009 and 2010 K-12 Edition Horizon Reports, but also background about the 2011 K-12 Horizon Report work which is...2011-02-0259 min