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Technology in Schools: Keeping Students Safe Without Surveillance
Technology in Schools: Keeping Students Safe Without Surveillance explores how schools can balance student safety with privacy in increasingly digital learning environments. Schools have a responsibility to protect student well-being, but approaches to safety vary widely, ranging from privacy-conscious content filtering to highly invasive monitoring practices. The guide examines the difference between monitoring and surveillance, highlighting the ethical, educational, and privacy implications of each approach. It emphasizes that student safety measures should support learning and security without undermining trust, autonomy, or personal privacy. The resource advocates for thoughtful, transparent, and proportionate strategies that protect students from online risks while respecting their ri
