The LearnPlatform is a database of digital instructional materials that have been reviewed for use in Canyons classrooms. Teachers, students, and families can use the searchable database to determine if a desired resource has already been reviewed or to identify an approved resource for a specific classroom need.
All apps, extensions, and software must be approved. Websites must also be approved IF they collect student personal identifiable information (i.e. require a student login). Digital materials are approved if they follow best practices and meet FERPA, CIPA, and COPPA data security standards to ensure student safety. Requests for approval are submitted on the LearnPlatform.
Digital Materials will be approved on a quarterly basis. Requests are due:
- September 1
- December 1
- March 1
- June 1
*Notification of approval may take up to 60 days depending on how quickly vendors return the required Data Privacy Agreement.
Even if a tool is approved, it might not be suitable for every lesson. Educators may consult with their school’s Instructional Coach or the Instructional Supports Department Content Specialist to determine if the material supports best practices for a specific lesson. If a digital tool requiring approval is used without approval, classroom teachers are liable for the security of student data and student safety.
To submit a request, follow these instructions.
1. Visit LearnPlatform to determine if the resource has already been reviewed
2. If the desired resource is not listed, you may request it by hovering over the app
3. Click ‘Request’
4. Select the Organization (Canyons School District)
5. Fully complete the form and submit
6. An email will be sent to the requester once the approval status has been determined
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
FERPA safeguards the privacy of students’ educational records and gives parents and eligible students control over access to and disclosure of these records. Visit the U.S. Department of Education website to learn about FERPA.
Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
CIPA is about internet safety in schools and libraries, requiring measures to protect children from inappropriate online content. Visit the Federal Communications Commission website to learn more about CIPA.
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
COPPA focuses on the online collection of personal information from children under 13 by commercial entities, requiring parental consent and clear privacy policies. Visit the Federal Trade Commission website to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
The LearnPlatform provides a list of apps, websites, and extensions that have been vetted and are FERPA, CIPA, and COPPA compliant. The Instructional Materials website will show district-wide, elective, supplemental, and intervention materials that have been selected and approved for use in Canyons School District. When a product is approved for use on the LearnPlatform, it does not mean it is best practice.
Products can be requested on the LearnPlatform.
1. Visit LearnPlatform to determine if the resource has already been reviewed
2. If the desired resource is not listed, you may request it by hovering over the app
3. Click ‘Request’
4. Select the Organization (Canyons School District)5. Fully complete the form and submit
6. An email will be sent to the requester once the approval status has been determined
In order to keeps student information safe, product privacy policies and terms of use are vetted extensively. If a product does not meet our safety requirements, the product will be denied. If this is the case, it will show as denied on the website. Products that have been denied on the Learn Platform should not be used in classrooms in Canyons School District.
Notification of approval may take up to 60 days depending on how quickly vendors return the required Data Privacy Agreement.
