Data as a Pollution Problem

Data as a Pollution Problem

Every Monday I share a different ed tech quote on our Thompson Classroom social media pages for our staff to consider.

Data is the pollution problem of the Information Age and protecting privacy is the environmental challenge, quote by Bruce Schneier
Ed Tech Quote – Bruce Schneier. (2023). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: www.fishbowlteaching.com

With last week playing host to Data Privacy Day I wanted to continue our discussion into this week with a call to action. As we better inform ourselves about the importance of data privacy and security, within the context of education, I ask you to reflect on your practices in the classroom:

  • are there any visible passwords posted?
  • are passwords updated regularly using strong password development?
  • are you familiar with your Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and how the role of data security aligns with this document?
  • are you familiar with the Terms of Service (TOS) and privacy policies of the websites you use?
  • do you know what data is being collected on your behalf and how it is used?

To hear more from Bruce Schneier I recommend the YouTube video embedded below: Data & Goliath – The Hidden Battles to Collect Your Data

I'd love to hear your thoughts; please leave a comment!