A recent study found that 96% of primary- and secondary-level EdTech apps share children's personal data with third parties, according to Internet Safety Labs. The December 2022 report sampled 663 schools in all 50 states of the USA.
Kris Astle, Education Strategist at SMART Technologies, said “When we think about bringing apps into the classroom for kids, it's really understanding what data is being collected, where is this data going, and what is the potential risk that we’re opening our kids up to.”
Before downloading an education app, there are a few considerations you should have. Read the full story on Scripps News for all the information.