FERPA can be a disconcerting, even daunting at times; but, education like this helps to demystify the 'ifs', 'ands', 'whats' and 'wherefores'.   The rules and regulations and through presentation, explanations and examples present the material in a logical manner.  This gives me the direction and understanding of FERPA to properly protect my students.  

I did not know that there was law(s) that protected student information, I find this very interesting, and am looking forward to learning more. 

As a nurse FERA seems to be the educational equivalent to HIPAA.  All educational records are private and need to be protected. All personal identifiers must be maintained confidential.  Only certain parties need access to certain records and should not be allowed to have recorded information that is not pertinent for them to complete their task.  School records are confidential and should not be given out to just anyone who calls and requests.  

As educators it… >>>