Below is a list of upcoming in-person and virtual events hosted by Project Unicorn. Click on the event below to register. To watch recordings of our previous webinars, click the link below. We’ll see you at the next event!
May 7 | 12p ET
Want to learn how districts and states make interoperability a reality for secure data integration computing? Join Project Unicorn as we highlight our recent publication “What is an API?” and cover topics surrounding cloud computing and its role in interoperability.
Featuring a panel of experts from Education Analytics, INsite, and the Ed-Fi Alliance, we will explore the fundamental concepts of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). We will also examine how interoperable solutions can break down data silos, enabling seamless communication and data flow, and empower districts to unlock new opportunities for collaboration, all while maintaining top-tier security! Don’t miss the chance to learn the extensive capabilities of the cloud and on-premises implementation of APIs! Register now to secure your spot!
What is data interoperability and how does it relate to privacy concerns? In this webinar, we will provide an introduction to privacy and data interoperability, discussing how the two concepts are interrelated and reviewing the risks and rewards associated with each.
Travel to Oklahoma for the latest in our Great Data States Webinar Series! Join Project Unicorn, A4L, the Oklahoma State Department of Education, and Abbott Advising Group for a virtual tour of Oklahoma’s history of data modernization plans, its current work in the areas of privacy, security, and governance, and advice for other states. Take a trip with us on Sept 22 at 2pm ET!
Vision, collaboration, planning, and implementation. That is what the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), its schools, and vendor partner members have done to mature their statewide data system. The MA Data Hub leverages the state data collection to provide the data back to the districts for streamlined, secure rostering and data sharing. The tools provided to the districts embed privacy enforcement and transparency. Join us for this “Great Data States” session that will highlight how MA is developing and using best practices around interoperability and privacy.
Managing your school system’s data can be challenging. Join Project Unicorn, MicroStrategy, and Loudoun County schools for a conversation about how to take charge of your data and prepare for the future! On National Technology Day (May 11) at 10am ET, we’ll discuss tools, tips, and tricks for how to take a proactive approach to your data management.
Big topics, bite size format! Join Project Unicorn and CDT for a crash course in Data Governance! Data Governance is the process of managing the availability, usability, integrity and security of the data in enterprise systems, based on internal data standards and policies that also control data usage. In this webinar we will tackle the various facets of data governance, from discussing data governance ethics, privacy, and student agency. Join us for “Bite Size Data Fundamentals: Data Governance!”
Is your data seamlessly exchanged between applications? Do you strive to better inform instruction and drive student-centered learning? Join Project Unicorn for a workshop on Interoperability 101 and learn how your school district or ed tech company can take your first steps towards supporting students growth and enhancing data privacy.
Implementing blockchain solutions at scale: How North Dakota gives high school students agency over their transcripts.In this interactive webinar, learn how the North Dakota IT department took their existing eTranscript system and built the nation’s first blockchain based publishing service for complex credentials. This solution empowers North Dakota High School students for college and career. Joining North Dakota will be representatives from IMS Global Learning Consortium and their Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR) standard, and RANDA Solutions, a contributing architect of this bleeding edge technology.
Join Project Unicorn, The Learning Accelerator (TLA), and a panel of all-star experts for a discussion about data neutrality. Can data be neutral, or is it inherently biased? Our panelists will discuss how internal biases and social inequities influence data and what we can do about it as education professionals.
When One Standard Is Not Enough: How South Carolina leverages interoperability data standards to drive education innovation at-scale across The Palmetto State. In this dynamic session, learn how the South Carolina Department of Education works to leverage different education data standards to drive education innovation and achieve true interoperability. Joining South Carolina in this presentation will be representatives from IMS Global Learning Consortium, the Ed-Fi Alliance, and the National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES).
Big topics, bite size format! Join Project Unicorn and CDT for the latest webinar in our Bite Size Data Fundamentals series! Flexible, privacy-forward device programs have become critical as coronavirus outbreaks, cyber attacks, and climate events have forced students and schools to move between in-person, hybrid, and remote learning. Device programs should protect student privacy throughout the devices’ lifecycle, from distribution to return to retirement. During this webinar, we’ll discuss best practices for managing a suite of devices while maintaining students’ privacy and cybersecurity.
Join us for the launch of the second annual Project Unicorn School System Data Survey! Learn more about the survey and how you can contribute to our understanding of data interoperability in K-12 schools nationwide!
Big topics, FUN size format! Join Project Unicorn, the Future of Privacy Forum, and Common Sense Media for "Fun Size Fundamentals" App Vetting & Data Governance" We'll be discussing current governance laws, policies, and processes, and reviewing the latest on app vetting and app store privacy labels.
