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Week in Edtech 1/15/2025: LA School Fires, ChatGPT's To-Do's & Reminders Feature, PowerSchool Data Breach, $175M for Element451, Student Loan Forgiveness, and More! Feat. Emily Lai of Pearson, Dominik Kovacs of Colossyan and Adele Smolansky of AI-Learners

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Navigating Data Breaches and Educational Challenges

This chapter examines the difficulties faced by young people in the digital age, especially in light of social media scrutiny. It discusses a significant data breach at PowerSchool, emphasizing the vulnerabilities in security protocols and the impact of outdated technologies on student data. Additionally, the conversation addresses broader issues in higher education, including the challenges related to data accuracy and the evolving role of the Department of Education in addressing these systemic problems.

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