EAGLE SCOUT | Issue No. 20-23
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| No. 20-23 | 9 Dec 2020 |
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FEATURE | Student surveillance and privacy
protection in the age of e-learning 19 November 2020 UNITED STATES —The shift by schools to virtual learning has been accompanied by an increase in the number of cyber threats and cyberattacks. This, according to privacy experts, has had an impact on students’ educational and personal needs. With their growing dependence on digital platforms, educational institutions must also evolve and prepare themselves. This article provides schools, teachers, and parents with tips regarding privacy protection during this times. READ HERE |
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FEATURE | Using student data to identify future
criminals: A privacy debacle 24 November 2020
UNITED STATES —As per one recent news report, a police department in Florida uses sensitive data from a local school district to keep a secret list of students it considers as having the potential of becoming future criminals. According to the department, it uses the list as a tool for targeting students who need additional support and mentorship. Some of the things they look at are students’ academic performance and disciplinary records. Some experts consider the list as proof of illegal use (of personal data). READ HERE
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NEWS | Data ransom attack on a school prompts
identity theft warning to parents 24 November 2020
UNITED KINGDOM — Sir Roger Manwood’s School in Sandwich was the target of a ransomware attack, leading to one of its servers getting compromised. The affected server holds information such as names, addresses, birthdates, and phone numbers. The school went on to give a warning to the students’ parents about possible identity theft attempts. READ HERE
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NEWS | Education department warns schools against
sharing student data with private agencies 15 November 2020
INDIA — The Maharashtra Education Department issued a warning to schools against the sharing of the personal data of their students with private entities. This came after several parents complained of getting calls from different companies selling their respective products. The warning also emphasized that erring schools could face sanctions if reported data breaches are proven. READ HERE
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NEWS | NPC steps into use of CCTV
17 November 2020 PHILIPPINES — The National Privacy Commission has issued an Advisory that provides guidance on the proper use of close-circuit television (CCTV) systems. Among other things, the agency stressed that entities must have a legitimate purpose behind their system and should consider its impact on the rights and freedom of data subjects. READ HERE |
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