I learned that the educational institution requires consent from the student to share their personal information if the rationae for the educational interest of the official asking is not evident.
This section helps me understand how to manage students' records under the FERPA law.
I have learned who to share and disclose student records to and for what reasons. It is best to inform or notify the student if records are to be released to outside entities that are not within the institution.
Virginia
do not share or disclose student information without permission
This course clearly outlines and defines what our responsibilities are and allowing the students to have an important role in the release of their information. I intend to handle students data as best as the FERPA would allow. Consider PII before sharing the data.
Veronica Rose
Very important to know the FERPA guidelines to respect confidentiality of students's record and information.
Great care must be given if and when information is given out.
I will continue to diligently protect the private information of my students by handling this data with care.
I learned how important MOTIVES are for record seeking. If the desire is to legitmately assist a student and you need to look at other records (for classes, for example) then there could be cause; just to see how they do as a student isn't a valid reason.
FERPA is a confusing policy, however common sense has kept me in inline with the FERPA laws. I found by asking myself what I want to be disclosed and what I do not want disclosed for myself will keep me within the FERPA laws. It helps when the school you work for keeps you informed of the changing laws.
Hello all,
In this module i have learned that students must receive notification of this information at least annually, but the distribution method is not specified. Institutions may include it with registration materials, incorporate into a student handbook or other publication, or send via email or regular mail. I also have learned that the Directory Information is established by the institution and may include items generally not considered sensitive including:
Students must be given the opportunity to request that Directory Information not be released.
A fine review of the specifics or FERPA and its administration at the institutional level.
Agian, there is detailed information with applied rules and guidelines along with exceptions - All of which all stakeholders need to maintain a clear knowledge of.
When in doubt, it is always necessary to be cautious and to not release student educational records without notifying the student about the disclosure.
Policies and Procedures for FERPA are complex; I learned students can permit their parents to access records as well as employers but there must be documentation stating as such.
THe importance of following best practice guidelines and understanding FERPA laws.
Establish a clear procedure for students and intituation officials and follow the best practice.
