K12 Tech Talk
Episode 139 - Sometimes Chris Makes Mistakes
Oct 13, 2023
Chris shares his struggles with SIS implementation. Ransomware attack on school districts and the shift towards data exfiltration. AI focus at the MORENET conference. Exploring Generative AI readiness checklist. Personal printers in classrooms debate. Reflections on past experiences and plans for the future.
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- Personally-owned printers and software are not supported in schools and may be unplugged if found, emphasizing the importance of district policies.
- Proactive understanding and addressing of the implications of AI in education is crucial for schools, as highlighted by the AI readiness checklist developed by Cozen and the Council of Great City Schools.
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Printer and Software Support
The podcast hosts discuss their approach to requests for setting up personally-owned printers or software on school devices. They agree that they do not support such requests, as it goes against district policies. Chris even mentions a scenario where he would unplug a personally-owned printer and notify the user that it is not permitted. Mark also emphasizes the importance of considering ongoing costs associated with using personal devices or software in the district.
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