Misrepresentation | Origin: CM107
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
Compliance Training for Faculty Positions: Sustaining the Culture --> Misrepresentation
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Every response should be delivered with integrity.
A representation can become a misrepresentation if it is misleading. So stick to the facts.
Being sure you give out accurate information is key.
Misrepresentation can cause so many problems it is very important to be transparent and factual and avoid using superlatives.
Even when misrepresentation is unintentional, it can still cause harm. People rely on the information we provide, so accuracy and clarity are essential.
If you say it you must prove it!!!
Integrity is everything. It's best to stick to the facts when describing your institution.
It is important to do full disclosure and to avoid suplerlatives
It is important to make factual statements - you can give your opinion, but it would have to be supported by facts and stated as your opinion.
It is important to keep statements and representations factual.
By using superlative wording and not facts, you can create instances of misrepresentation.
Students need accuracy. If I communication inaccurately the representation may be considered substantial with severe consequences.
Always make factual statements
The choice of words is critical when conveying information. Ensure all statements are factual and avoid any ambiguous or imprecise language.
I learned that verbiage used is very important. Exaggerating info about school placement rates, graduation, or licensing rates is not ethical and can be viewed as misrepresentation. State the facts as they are and never misrepresent info needed for student to make an informed decision.
I learned that misrepresentation comes with severe consequences, whether a misrepresentation is intentional or unintentional. We have to be extremely careful with what information we relay to students. It's important to relay documented facts and do our best not to exaggerate or mislead.
A representation can become a misrepresentation if it is misleading. Stick to the facts when giving information, not opinions.
We need to be accurate with the information we give to our stakeholders.
Do not use superlatives words to characterize your school such as, highest, most, fastest, state of the art, biggest classrooms, greatest, top graduation rate, finest instructors and most experienced. This is a form of unacceptable expressing exaggerated opinions.
