Strategies for identity and access management in education
Technology was already firmly integrated with school systems before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cybersecurity
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How authentication and identity governance help protect schools
According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, school staff were responsible for most of the accidental security breaches plaguing schools between 2016–2020, with students responsible for most of the intentional breaches (the bulk of incidents being to—perhaps unsurprisingly—change grades). -
Celebrating Safer Internet Day 2024
On February 6, people around the world will celebrate Safer Internet Day 2024. -
Enhancing school security and decreasing costs with Microsoft 365 Education A5
With the rapid transition to digital learning and the increased need for device management in education institutions, we understand the importance of providing secure digital environments for all staff and students. -
Elevate cybersecurity expertise with Microsoft and Minecraft Education
The concept of “school safety” has evolved significantly in the last several decades to include cybersecurity, ranging from policy compliance, privacy, and data protection to common cybersecurity threats like phishing attacks. -
Ensuring secure, safe experiences for every school
“We need to be taking these cyber-attacks on schools as seriously as we do physical attacks on critical infrastructure. -
How to use Microsoft Stream for secure video sharing in the classroom
The past few years have reminded us how motivating and engaging video-based learning experiences are for students. -
Protect against cybersecurity risks with Microsoft 365 A5 security
The Microsoft 365 A5 security suite helps districts and schools provide safe and secure learning experiences backed by world class protection and consolidated into one cost-effective solution. -
Top reasons why teachers and students love using Windows 11
According to the 2022 National Assessment of Educational Progress reading and math exams, 4th and 8th graders fell behind in reading and had the largest ever decline in math: “If this is not a wake-up call for us to double down our efforts and improve education, even before it was – before the pandemic, then I don’t know what will,” commented US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the results. -
Keeping students safer with cybersecurity awareness
A common misconception is that young people, many of whom grew up using tablets or touchscreen phones from an early age, are inherently tech savvy. -
How Microsoft Helps Prevent Cybersecurity Attacks in Schools
Each year, hundreds of K-12 schools in the U.S. alone experience cyberattacks, including 408 schools that publicly disclosed them in 2020, up 18% from the previous year, according to the K-12 Cybersecurity Resource Center. -
Today’s classrooms require flexible, scalable device management
Where learning takes place has changed. Educators and students now convene in person, remotely, and in blended environments.
