Student Data Privacy Governance and Compliance

Educational institutions handle vast amounts of sensitive student data daily, making them primary targets for data breaches and compliance failures. Understanding how to govern this information is a critical requirement for modern educators, administrators, and IT staff. This text-based course guides you through the foundational principles of student data privacy, helping you transition from a beginner to a confident privacy advocate who can identify risks and protect student identities. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational privacy frameworks and major educational data protection laws. - Evaluate third-party educational apps and SaaS vendors for data safety and compliance. - Implement data minimization and secure storage practices across school networks. - Manage student privacy risks associated with modern classroom AI and online learning tools. - Develop clear data governance policies and incident response protocols for educational settings. The course begins with core terminology and regulatory foundations before exploring practical vendor risk assessments, modern digital classroom challenges, and step-by-step governance frameworks. This program is designed for teachers, school administrators, IT support staff, and anyone new to educational data compliance, with no prior cybersecurity experience required. Read through real-world scenarios and start building a safer digital environment for your students today.