I have also learned that sole possession notes once left in file or transferred to someone are no longer considered sole possession and therefore the student has the right to view them. That a student can not demand immediate access to his/her records. The institution has 45 days to comply. That a school official can be an employee by institution, elect board of trustees, a company applied under contract of the institution. Also, the there are no fines on violations however enforcement can be recovering funds, withholding future payments amongst other things
For health care providers, FERPA is very similar to HIPAA. Treat all information as confidential and only those who need to know should access education records, just like health records.
FERPA is a very touchy subject and isnt always easy to find away around it. However it does help us as instructors as well as general personal understand that ALL privacy needs to be handled with the up most care.
I've learned that a student has a right to access their records but must not demand immediate access. Your institution has 45 days to comply with the request. That was one of the many things I've learned this module.
FERPA is much like HIPPA in medicine in that it ensures student records are to be kept private and confidential.
FERPA ensures that student’s educational records are handled with care and respect for privacy, providing a framework for transparency and accountability in educational institutions. Non-compliance with FERPA can lead to severe penalties, including loss of federal funding. My key takeaway is the importance of understanding that any notes made about a student and included in their record/file are accessible to that student if requested. It is essential to remember that all information in the student file can be viewed by the student.
I learned a clear definition of what is included in FERPA and what is not. I was not familiar with sole possession of notes, which is good to know.
FERPA enforces compliance of privacy and protection student's education records. Guidelines have been established to allow a student, parent or spouse access to such records, but not without proper verification.
Basically FERPA is similar to HIPPA . Keep everything private and only release information after verification has been made that the individual asking for the information has permission to have the information.
My main takeaway is the importance of keeping detailed records and keeping them safe and protected. Attention to detail makes all the difference and FERPA ensures we are diligent.
Knowing what is considered confidential information is so important. I will be sure to safeguard student information.
This module was very informative and educational. I love how they put into perspective but in away that helps you understand.
FERPA reminds us that it is very important to protect students information and records. This keeps us accountable as professionals to uphold a standard across the educational community. Students have a right to view their records, so being organized and clear in documentation is also important.
As I read the module, I saw myself as a student wanting information about my educational records. I couldn't help but feel the helplessness of students wanting to be heard and needing a kind "official" to be responsive. My take away was that I would begin by 1) educating students on their rights and the university staff (etc), on their responsibilties.; 2) Hosting quarterly forums on how best serve both groups, creating a community such that everyone responds with kindness and respect in these matters.
It is very important to secure the record of the students and their privacy, also it is very important that the person who is involved with this record must be good chosen, and by the law of FERPA the student can have access to see his record and what have been said about him.
My responsibility is to protect students' private information.
Student educational records require the same level of confidentiality as medical records in the hospital. Which makes complete sense, just something I never really thought about in detail.
I have learned that all student's information is protected and if not, they can file a complaint with the Department of Education.
My main take away is that there are many items that are not specifically defined by FERPA, but by the institution. If I were to ever work for a different school, I will need to make sure that I am aware of their specific definitions. I also want to make sure that my faculty are all aware of our definitions.
