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Student Privacy

Protecting student data while leveraging AI in education.

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Key Privacy Considerations

When using AI tools in education, we must protect:

  • Student personal information (FERPA compliance)
  • Student work and submissions
  • Student-AI interactions
  • Academic records and assessments

Approved AI Tools

  • Institution-licensed applications
  • FERPA-compliant platforms
  • Tools with data protection agreements
  • Secured educational AI systems

Tools to Avoid

  • Free AI tools without privacy policies
  • Platforms that store student data indefinitely
  • Tools requiring excessive personal information
  • Systems without data encryption

Privacy Protection Checklist

  • Use only approved AI tools and platforms
  • Never input identifiable student information into AI tools
  • Anonymize student work before AI analysis
  • Inform students about AI tool usage
  • Document AI tool privacy policies
  • Maintain records of AI tool usage

Safe Usage Examples

  • Using AI to generate practice problems
  • Creating anonymous writing prompts
  • Developing general feedback templates
  • Creating lesson materials and examples

Student Responsibilities

  • Never share personal information in AI prompts
  • Use only approved AI tools for assignments
  • Report privacy concerns immediately
  • Follow data protection guidelines

Student Rights

  • Know how their data is being used
  • Opt-out of AI tool usage
  • Access their AI interaction records
  • Request data deletion

Technical Safeguards

  • Encrypted data transmission
  • Secure authentication systems
  • Regular security audits
  • Data backup protocols

Administrative Controls

  • Access control policies
  • Regular privacy training
  • Incident response plans
  • Documentation requirements

Sample Syllabus Statement

"This course may utilize AI tools for educational purposes. All tool usage complies with FERPA and institutional privacy policies. Student data is protected through [specific measures]. Students may opt-out of AI tool usage by [process]."

Assignment Disclosure

"This assignment utilizes [AI tool name] for [specific purpose]. No personal information will be shared. All interactions are anonymous and [security measures in place]."

If a Privacy Breach Occurs:

  1. Immediately stop using the affected AI tool
  2. Document the incident details
  3. Report to IT Security (contact information)
  4. Notify affected students as required
  5. Follow institutional incident response procedures