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March 23, 2024
Protect educational data with Azure
Each day, schools and universities face cyber threats from bad actors who want access to the sensitive data stored in education systems. From phishing exploits to malware and even ransomware attacks, the financial rewards that come from stealing personal identifiable information (PII) and selling it on the dark web can be tremendous for cybercriminals: A single student education record can be worth as much as $350.
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March 21, 2024
8 transformative tools to elevate project-based learning
Navigating the complexities of project-based learning (PBL) can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Many educators find balancing the hands-on approach of PBL with structured planning and managing groups challenging. Fear not—we can help!
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March 19, 2024
Oregon State University: Taking cybersecurity to the next level with Microsoft Copilot for Security
In 2023, Oregon State University (OSU) was at the forefront of innovation, securing more than $480 million in competitive research grants. However, the spring of 2021 brought a harsh realization: even the most prestigious institutions are not immune to cyber threats. A severe security breach underscored the urgent need for robust defenses to protect critical research and personal data.
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March 14, 2024
Enrich your teaching with 11 new updates from Microsoft Education
As educators, we recognize that you stay on the lookout for new ways to engage your students, enhance your teaching, and streamline your workflows. To help support your search, we’re excited to share a roundup of the latest features and resources available from Microsoft Education, each designed to empower you and your students to achieve your goals.
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March 12, 2024
Strategies for identity and access management in education
Technology was already firmly integrated with school systems before the COVID-19 pandemic. But since 2020, admin processes and classroom learning—whether traditional, hybrid, or fully remote—have pivoted, increasingly relying on technology-based solutions.
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March 07, 2024
Eight great ways of celebrating SEL Day 2024
Social and emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom helps students boost academic achievement and develop critical life skills. It’s how students develop healthy self-identities, constructively manage their emotions, and develop positive relationships.
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March 06, 2024
Reimagine Education 2024: Prepare for the future with new AI and security offers
At Reimagine Education, we announced new ways that Microsoft’s AI tools can be used to bring new opportunities to life, build secure foundations, and prepare students for the future. We’re bringing Microsoft Copilot to more education audiences, launching free AI features designed to save time for educators, and publishing an AI Toolkit. Learning Accelerators’ availability is expanding to popular learning management systems and Speaker and Math Progress are entering private previews. We also shared a new offer: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint tailored towards protecting student devices, at a discounted price.
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February 29, 2024
Unleash creativity for engaged learning
In the busyness of the classroom, educators often find themselves navigating the challenge of maintaining student engagement amidst distractions. Microsoft Education can help with ideas designed to captivate students and foster creativity and connection. Explore three dynamic strategies to keep classrooms buzzing with enthusiasm: Collaborative storytelling, brain breaks in Microsoft Reflect, and digital video creation.
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February 28, 2024
5 ways to celebrate Read Across America Day 2024
Read Across America Day is so exciting and rewarding that it’s more than just a day: it is an entire week! It begins on March 2nd, which lands on a Saturday this year, giving you nearly a week to extol the virtues—and let’s be honest: the sheer enjoyment—of reading in your classroom.
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February 27, 2024
Inspiring students during Women's History Month 2024
March is Women’s History Month in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, created to highlight the pivotal but often underrepresented contributions of women. As educators, you have the unique opportunity of bringing these stories to life in your classrooms.