K12 Tech Talk

Episode 166 - Reflections on a Year with AI

In the latest episode of the K12 Tech Talk Podcast, hosts Josh and Mark delve into the latest tech news, including the malicious hacker behind the Kaseya ransomware attack being jailed and the introduction of the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act and the Eyes on the Board Act. They also address listener emails about the proper disposal of old computer hard drives and the use of Google Takeout. The main topic explores the use (or misuse) of AI over the last year of school, discussing both positive changes as well as negative.
Malicious hacker behind Kaseya ransomware attack jailed
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Episode 165 - Data Privacy & Interoperability at the PESC-A4L Summit

Chris and Mark attend the PESC-A4L Summit. They learn about A4L's mission to support lifelong learning through interoperability, privacy, and security across PK20W+ - breaking down the silos and ensuring the data seamlessly follows the learners from PK though K12 into Post-secondary, into the workforce, and into retirement.
Interviews:
Steve Smith, Executive Director of A4L... The Godfather
Steve Setzer, Loop Data
Wes Sims, Snap Mobile
Connie Coy, MOREnet
Ramah Hawley, A4L Co-Chair, The Education Cooperative
Josh Olstad, Oyster River School District... THE HOT SEAT!!!
Alex Jackl, PESC Board, Bardic Systems
Ben Silberglitt, A4L Co-Chair, Cedar Labs
Kathy Warren, Maine Department of Education
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Episode 164 - Tutor.com Receives Some Criticism, Turnitin Releases Data on AI Usage, and Chris Has a Rant.

In the latest episode of the K12 Tech Talk Podcast, Chris and Mark discuss a variety of news stories, including the COPS SVPP grant focusing on security measures in schools such as notification systems and security cameras. They also address concerns around Primavera's investment in Tutor.com and the rise of AI-generated plagiarism in student papers. Listener emails reveal discussions on firewall ratings and more.
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Episode 163 - Cyber Attack Liability, Proxies, and Managed Methods

In this insightful episode of K12 Tech Talk, Josh and Mark delve into recent events and hot topics within the sphere of school technology. Triggered by a recent cyber-attack on the Clark County, the hosts debate whether schools should be held accountable for such breaches and discuss the potential nation-wide implications of legal cases in this regard.
The guys discuss the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in school environments. They discuss how end-of-year school activities impact tech management. They talk about students using proxy sites to bypass filters.
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Episode 162.5 - Insights from the CoSN 2024 Conference - Part 2

This is Part 2 of K12 Tech Talk's engaging journey through the trending topics from CoSN in Miami! Highlights are discussions about AI readiness and CoSN's AI maturity matrix, Secure by Design, enhancing data security in schools, and the dynamic evolution of technology within educational institutions. Interviews include:
Josh Olstad - Technology Director, SAU #5, New Hampshire
Shahryar Khazei - retired CIO of Los Angeles Unified
Jim and Melissa - Future of Privacy Forum
Tom Ryan - the man, the myth, the legend... Co-Founder at K-12 Strategic Technology Advisory Group, former CIO of Albuquerque Public Schools, and member of the Council of Great City Schools
Keith Krueger, CEO, CoSN
Diane Doersch - CoSN Chair
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* Fortinet - Excited to announce our next SLED National webinar Connecting the Nation: FCC’s Vision for Broadband, Cybersecurity and Digital Inclusion - a Fireside Chat with Commissioner Rachelle Chong and Jim Richberg, hosted by Mike Lauer! DATE: April 18th @ 10amPT/ 1pm ET Key topics: - Digital Equity for all Americans. - Funding Internet connectivity for K-12 schools and libraries, with a focus on cybersecurity.- Proposed Cyber Trust Mark program for enhanced digital security.
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Episode 162 - Insights from the CoSN 2024 Conference - Part 1

Part 1 of 2
In this exciting episode of K12 Tech Talk, Chris, Josh, and Mark deliver a front-row experience of the CoSN Conference in Miami. Interviews include:
Susan Enfield - CoSN Keynote
Richard Culatta - CEO ISTE/ASCD
Don Ringelestein - CoSN Board, DEI subcommittee
Megan Gretzinger - Friend of K12TechPro and K12 Tech Talk
Will Brackett - "After Action Reports" session
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* Howard - Email Seth Shockley - sshockley@howard.com
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* Fortinet - Excited to announce our next SLED National webinar Connecting the Nation: FCC’s Vision for Broadband, Cybersecurity and Digital Inclusion - a Fireside Chat with Commissioner Rachelle Chong and Jim Richberg, hosted by Mike Lauer! DATE: April 18th @ 10amPT/ 1pm ET Key topics: - Digital Equity for all Americans. - Funding Internet connectivity for K-12 schools and libraries, with a focus on cybersecurity.- Proposed Cyber Trust Mark program for enhanced digital security.
Registration Link
* ClassLink
* A4L Summit
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Episode 161 - Elevator Repairs, Dead Rodents, and an Interview with VIZOR

Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss several listener emails and K12TechPro posts. They talk about POTS lines with elevators, fire alarms, and fax machines. They talk about password managers. They talk about how to obtain technical knowledge and skills when you have a position that isn't necessarily specializing in a certain area. They talk about LMS options and the tech dept's support role. And then there's some sideways talk about elevator inspections and dead rodents. Oh, and an interview with VIZOR customer Chris.

Episode 160 - Mohit Gupta, Director of Product @ Clever

This is a special episode. Josh and Chris interview Mohit Gupta, Director of Product at Clever. We discuss student MFA, the teacher Clever Library, student data privacy, the history of Clever, and more.