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March 06, 2024

Reimagine Education 2024: Prepare for the future with new AI and security offers

At Reimagine Education, we announced new ways that Microsoft’s AI tools can be used to bring new opportunities to life, build secure foundations, and prepare students for the future. We’re bringing Microsoft Copilot to more education audiences, launching free AI features designed to save time for educators, and publishing an AI Toolkit. Learning Accelerators’ availability is expanding to popular learning management systems and Speaker and Math Progress are entering private previews. We also shared a new offer: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint tailored towards protecting student devices, at a discounted price.

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March 23, 2024

Protect educational data with Azure

Each day, schools and universities face cyber threats from bad actors who want access to the sensitive data stored in education systems. From phishing exploits to malware and even ransomware attacks, the financial rewards that come from stealing personal identifiable information (PII) and selling it on the dark web can be tremendous for cybercriminals: A single student education record can be worth as much as $350.

March 21, 2024

8 transformative tools to elevate project-based learning

Navigating the complexities of project-based learning (PBL) can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Many educators find balancing the hands-on approach of PBL with structured planning and managing groups challenging. Fear not—we can help!

March 19, 2024

Oregon State University: Taking cybersecurity to the next level with Microsoft Copilot for Security

In 2023, Oregon State University (OSU) was at the forefront of innovation, securing more than $480 million in competitive research grants. However, the spring of 2021 brought a harsh realization: even the most prestigious institutions are not immune to cyber threats. A severe security breach underscored the urgent need for robust defenses to protect critical research and personal data.

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