Data protection in digital learning space: An overview

Abstract

COVID-19 has a considerable impact on the adoption of Digital Learning platforms by schools and universities. These platforms allow teachers to deliver courses remotely, and students take courses at a distance. E-learning platforms collect, process, and store personal and metadata about participants. These data, in the right hands, help to improve educational facilities. But in the wrong hands, it can ruin the reputation of those involved. This paper has shown that it is necessary to identify which personal data is involved in Digital Learning, look at the security risks associated with Digital Learning, and formulate the required security measures required to mitigate them. Our research has highlighted that, for reliable and effective security, e-learning platform providers must comply with the legislation in force in their country and implement the existing security mechanisms. In addition, teachers and students should be aware of the regulations and privacy policies. The best practice is to protect ourselves before, during and after Online Learning.