Episode 153 - Clever MFA, Rise Vision, and Conspiracy Theories
Feb 9, 2024
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Topics include hacking of Fulton County schools' systems, biometric scanning in Maine, Clever MFA roadmap, and Rise Vision's digital displays revolutionizing education. Mention of Fortinet RCE flaw, FCC's connectivity program, and Blackbaud's data security. Exploration of student MFA in K-12, screen saver settings, security standards, and Rise Vision's CEO insights on LED displays.
Schools are implementing biometric scanning for student attendance, balancing security and convenience.
Enhanced security practices in education are influenced by historical audits and cybersecurity evolution.
Rise Vision facilitates improved school communication through digital displays, promoting student engagement and positivity.
Deep dives
Screen Saver Timeouts: Survey Results and Considerations
The survey conducted on screen saver timeouts revealed that the majority of respondents have the same setting for everyone, with 20 minutes being the most common duration. Some variations exist based on roles, with different settings for teachers versus highly sensitive roles. The discussion raised considerations about the appropriate balance between security and convenience, as well as the potential impacts on daily workflows.
Audits Impacting Screen Saver Timeouts
Historical audits by the State Auditor in Missouri influenced the implementation of locking screensavers with password requirements. Recommendations stemming from audits highlighted the importance of enhancing security practices, leading to changes in screen saver timeout settings. The evolving landscape of cybersecurity in education continues to shape policies around access and data protection.
Role-Based Screen Saver Timeout Settings
Noteworthy observations from the survey included some institutions employing role-based screen saver timeout settings, catering to the specific security needs of different positions within the organization. Differentiating between teachers and office staff in terms of timeout durations reflects a nuanced approach to balancing security measures with operational efficiency within educational settings.
Rise Vision: Enhancing School Communication with Digital Signage
Rise Vision provides a platform for schools to improve communication by using digital signage. Schools face challenges in creating and maintaining a positive culture, especially in the current information-heavy environment. Rise Vision helps schools communicate better by displaying announcements, showcasing activities, and encouraging student involvement. By partnering with organizations like the Random Act of Kindness Foundation and CASL, Rise Vision offers templates for various messages, focusing on student engagement and positive culture.
Emergency Readiness and Student Engagement Through Rise Vision
Rise Vision supports emergency alert systems for schools, enhancing their emergency readiness by delivering alerts through digital signage. Schools also use Rise Vision for student-led morning announcements and broadcasts, fostering student engagement and awareness in the school community. The platform allows for layers of communication, complementing traditional methods like physical bulletin boards and speakers. Rise Vision's intuitive system encourages student involvement in creating content for the displays, promoting a dynamic and interactive school environment.
In this episode, we dive into the latest news in the K-12 technology world. We discuss who hacked into Fulton County, Georgia schools' computer systems, we touch on the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program, and we trade thoughts on a Maine school that will begin biometric scanning for student attendance. We debrief the Clever MFA roadmap and how a student-friendly MFA could work. The main topic of the episode is an interview with the CEO of Rise Vision, Brian Loosbrock, where we discuss their digital displays and how they are revolutionizing the education industry.