I had no idea that there was so much misleading information being given to students in higher education. I assumed that there were so many who were banging on their doors to get in already that there wasn't a need to alter the reality of the school's opportunities. Such a shame to build up something one cannot provide.
Make sure when talking to students that you are always telling the truth. There is no reason to lie or falsify any information about the school, programs or anything. There are measures in place if you do. Being truthful is the best policy. If you dont know thw answer, just say let me find out for you.
I have learned the do's and dont's when recruiting future students.
Providing accurate information about the school and its programs is very important so clients can make the right decisions. It is important to always provide a realistic outlook on every information that you give out to prospective clients to avoid misrepresentation.
It's imperative that accurate information is givem to prospects regarding the school/programs
It is important to give correct and full information about the school/programs. "Guarantees" are prohibited because there are different outcomes depending on individual students.
It is important for institutions to understand that omission of information is considered misinformation. It is good to keep in mind that it is ok to tell a student you will get back to them with the correct information if you don't know the answer. That is much better than giving them wrong or midleading information.
We cannot gaurentee employment at all. I think that's something that the students should know up front. It's important to lay out all of the resources they have to use while attending the school to assist with job placement. Integrity is something we should take pride in as representatives, the student is trusting us and with that we should be giving factual information. Not opinions.
Honesty and integrity are crucial elements as part of an institution. Representatives should not give false information or provide false hopes.
I believe thst the informstion about the solicitation for student was interesting especially where we are not able to solicit. Wasn't aware of Job placement requirements. But, all and all these rules are put in place to insure a good learning opportunity for the student and ensure the success of the schools.
Never lie to a student or mislead them in any way. It is crucial to be up-front and honest during all interactions. Also, never make guarantees. Nothing is guaranteed and individual success ultimately depends on the student and their efforts.
Importance of when to access NSLDS; don't promise things to students - i.e. transfer of credits.
This chapter encourages honesty and integrity. It's not about a sale....it's about the right fit for someone's future. Know your information and share it from your heart.
This was an excellent chapter. It's very important to be honest with students and no promise them things you cannot fulfill. After all, even if a school is fantastic and the student gets all As, if the economy is bad they still might have trouble finding work upon graduation.
I was interested that all manners of misinformation include written, oral, printed, and photographic materials. Furthermore, omission of information absolutely qualifies as misleading as well.
It was interesting learning about recruitment activities and restrictions, such as locations and that public offices are prohibited. I did not know that Job placement scrutiny could be based on the prospect’s choice of schools or programs.
Interesting to learn about expectations for programs and they do not have to guarantee membership or certification.
Learned the impact of when misrepresentation occurs and the penalties and how a student would be affected to obtain Title IV funds.
The representative to the institution must provide correct information to the student and if he/she does not have the answer will tell the student they will find out and relay later Representative should not give false promise or give incorrect information.
Reply to Jennifer Torrez's post: I totally agree with you Jennifer and just to add to your wonderful thoughts, accuracy and providing true information are good tools to use for school employees especially commission-based admission advisors. This practice will definitely avoid any potential liabilities and trouble with the laws.
Schools and institutions must avoid deceptive trade practices to recruit prospective students in order to just make the numbers and for admision advisors to make commission. Not paying attention to false promises or/and making false promises and giving out inaccurate information will always come back and bite institution's reputation and goodwill and eventually may be forced to shut down.
Honesty and accuray is important in all methods of communications. Realistic expectations must also be communicated to set each student up for success and confidence in the program.
