With the shift to remote learning, schools became increasingly reliant on learning management systems, a central hub for teaching and learning resources.

An LMS makes it easier for educators to bring their classrooms online. It also gives them the flexibility to switch between in-person and remote learning.

On an LMS, educators can take attendance, deliver virtual instruction, assess student work and communicate with students and their guardians. Some states even plan to offer a statewide LMS to ensure equitable access to remote instruction across districts in the coming years.

But an LMS is not free of vulnerabilities. Like any other software or online app, an LMS requires a thoughtful approach to security and privacy to mitigate threats. Here are three best practices to better secure your LMS.