Navigate the Edtech Storm: Mastering App Selection and Procurement

Finding the best edtech applications and tools to support your district’s teaching and learning needs, at times, can feel like an overwhelming task. While educators search for the best ways to deliver content, technology department leaders know they also need to consider data privacy and security, student accessibility needs, new technologies, interoperability, and of course, budgets. Fortunately, there are free and open tools districts can use to not only address these concerns, but also help to provide consistent and high-quality tools across the district while also avoiding duplications. This session will review the industry-leading Data Privacy Rubric and the TrustEd Apps™ suite of supplier self-assessment tools, covering Generative AI, Security Practices, and Accessibility. Together, these tools form a solid baseline for any edtech procurement process. Understand how these publicly available tools empower you to confidently evaluate and select edtech tools prioritizing student privacy and security. With these tools, you can take your edtech from integrated to innovative. This session is your launchpad to confident, data-driven decision-making.