"K-12 Schools Need Staff, Training To Face Cybersecurity Threats"
The threat of cyberattacks against K-12 school districts has sparked concerns among staff and brought further attention to the need to increase technological resources. These are the findings of a recent study published in the Journal of Cybersecurity Education, Research and Practice that aimed to advance understanding of the cybersecurity challenges and needs of K-12 school districts. Researchers analyzed 23 school district websites and conducted interviews with 12 school technology leaders for the study. Leaders reported a need for additional technology professionals, training to implement security strategies, and technology infrastructure. This article continues to discuss insights from the study's lead author Florence Martin, professor of learning, design, and technology at North Carolina State University.