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Drones in the Classroom – Q&A for Curricular Integration and Funding

A field guide for K-12 educators on why drones belong in every school, which classes can use them (all of them), where to fly them, and how to get a program started without a big budget.

Legal Reference Guide & Database

An annually updated introduction to the state and federal statutes, regulations, and rules that shape how Illinois K-12 schools may use technology — in the classroom and district-wide.

Sample Communications when using IL-NDPA

LTC resource for communicating with vendors about SOPPA and the IL-NDPA.

Getting Started with SOPPA

LTC Resource sharing information about getting started with SOPPA.

Using ISPA to Comply with SOPPA

LTC Resource sharing a workflow for managing SOPPA in your District.

Managing Agreements with ISPA

LTC Resource sharing a workflow for the management of data privacy agreements for SOPPA.

Funding for Instructional Coaches

Despite their growing popularity and research to back their efficacy, funding for coaching programs can be sparse in many districts. These funding sources can help your district start and sustain a productive coaching program using state and federal funds.

Reasonable Security Practices

The Learning Technology Center recommends 48 security best practices, aligned with CIS Controls and vetted by Illinois school technology leaders, to comply with the Student Online Personal Protection Act.

Legislative Brief: Student Online Personal Protection Act (SOPPA)

This legislative brief summarizes SOPPA and provides an overview of the law’s requirements for K-12 schools, including entering into written agreements with all service providers who collect student data.

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