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.
Don't use superlatives, provide numbers, statistics, facts.
You should not use superlatives to characterize your school. It denotes a level of attainment surpassing all others.
Stay with facts and not use superlative jargon.
I learned the need for accuracy and full disclosure. How representation can become a misrepresentation if the information is misleading for the prospective student.
Misrepresentation involves giving false or misleading information with the intent to persuade someone to act in a certain way, often resulting in a contract or agreement based on inaccurate facts.
Only state facts when describing your institution.
Do not use superlatives like best, fastest, etc.,. stick to the facts not fictions.
When providing information statements must be supported by facts.
It is important to make factual statments
I learned that estimating information could be considered as a misrepresentation because the information could not be factual
Your representation must be supported by the facts, and it must be expressed as your opinion.
Misrepresentation can occur unintentionally, emphasizing the importance of diligence in communication. Before responding to a question or sharing a personal perspective, it is essential to verify the accuracy of the information and avoid using superlatives or absolute language that may be misleading.
I've actually learned what superlatives are, and the damage those words can cause - for example: in misinformed communication, which leads to rumors, and in the end distrust. Wow! It makes sense (me reflecting).
I learned about the difference between representation that is acceptable and not acceptable when using Superlatives and Affirmatives
