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Stephen Downes

Knowledge, Learning, Community
Because of recent laws requiring maximal disclosure, U.S. librarians are being urged to destroy even necessary records as soon as possible. As Judith F. Krug, director of the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom, said, "We believe that what you read is nobody's business but your own." Those involved in online learning should take heed. The requirement to disclose information no doubt also applies to online systems. Currently, many LMS systems make detailed records of what students read. Perhaps this should be rethought.

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