Question 1

The Supreme Court held in Owasso ISD v. Falvo that peer grading does violate FERPA.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

_________ is a tort or civil wrong committed against another in which recovery is appropriate with a showing that the offended party received injury based on the deliberate action of others. 
Short

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________ is a tort or civil wrong...

Question 3

Actual malice occurs when the offender has no defense for conveying harmful information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Provide examples of information that is considered directory information under FERPA.

Accepted Answer

Under the Family Educational Rights and

Question 5

School districts have a responsibility on an annual basis to provide information to parents, guardians, and eligible students regarding the content of the Family Educational and Privacy Act.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

________ exists when there is intent to harm or injure another person.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ exists when there is intent to...

Question 7

Truth is a good defense to charges involving defamation if no malice intent is present.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

_______________ is based on the premise that the educator is operating in good faith when sensitive information is communicated to another person who has a need to know.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ is based on the premise that...

Question 9

Which of the following practices may not invite legal challenges regarding the actions of school personnel?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sharing sensitive information found on a student's records with colleagues in the teacher's lounge 
B)  Making statements based on opinion regarding a student's morals 
C)  Discussing student achievement data with the principal 
D)  Making statements which suggest that a student has a contagious disease or mental problems 
A)  Sharing sensitive information found on a student's records with colleagues in the teacher's lounge 
B)  Making statements based on opinion regarding a student's morals 
C)  Discussing student achievement data with the principal 
D)  Making statements which suggest that a student has a contagious disease or mental problems

Question 10

Qualified privilege is only valid when educators operate in good faith.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following activities are not impacted by FERPA:

Accepted Answer

A)  Peer grading of student papers 
B)  Homework assignments 
C)  Teacher's grade book 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Peer grading of student papers 
B)  Homework assignments 
C)  Teacher's grade book 
D)  All of the above

Question 12

Explain the ruling on Owasso ISD v. Falvo and its implications to teachers.

Accepted Answer

Owasso ISD v. Falvo was a Supreme Court

Question 13

Courts generally support the view that custodial and non custodial parents may access their child's record.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Truth may not be sufficient in defamation cases if there is evidence that malice was involved.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Discuss the types of records that are not included under Public Law 93-380, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Provide a rationale as to why the records you identified are not included. (See Table 7.1 on page 203)

Accepted Answer

The types of records that are not includ

Question 16

Any teacher, counselor, or administrator may review a student's record if he/she wishes to do so.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Directory information may be released which includes:

Accepted Answer

A)  Student's name 
B)  Student's address and telephone number 
C)  Date and place of birth 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Student's name 
B)  Student's address and telephone number 
C)  Date and place of birth 
D)  All of the above

Question 18

_______ is generally considered a defense to charges involving defamation as long a there is no intent to harm another person.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______ is generally considered a defense to...

Question 19

School districts are prohibited from providing directory information on students.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Malice is present when there is an intent to harm another's reputation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The Supreme Court held in Owasso ISD v. Falvo that peer grading does violate FERPA.

_________ is a tort or civil wrong committed against another in which recovery is appropriate with a showing that the offended party received injury based on the deliberate action of others. Short

Actual malice occurs when the offender has no defense for conveying harmful information.

Provide examples of information that is considered directory information under FERPA.

School districts have a responsibility on an annual basis to provide information to parents, guardians, and eligible students regarding the content of the Family Educational and Privacy Act.

________ exists when there is intent to harm or injure another person.

Truth is a good defense to charges involving defamation if no malice intent is present.

_______________ is based on the premise that the educator is operating in good faith when sensitive information is communicated to another person who has a need to know.

Which of the following practices may not invite legal challenges regarding the actions of school personnel?

Qualified privilege is only valid when educators operate in good faith.

Which of the following activities are not impacted by FERPA:

Explain the ruling on Owasso ISD v. Falvo and its implications to teachers.

Courts generally support the view that custodial and non custodial parents may access their child's record.

Truth may not be sufficient in defamation cases if there is evidence that malice was involved.

Discuss the types of records that are not included under Public Law 93-380, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Provide a rationale as to why the records you identified are not included. (See Table 7.1 on page 203)

Any teacher, counselor, or administrator may review a student's record if he/she wishes to do so.

Directory information may be released which includes:

_______ is generally considered a defense to charges involving defamation as long a there is no intent to harm another person.

School districts are prohibited from providing directory information on students.

Malice is present when there is an intent to harm another's reputation.

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National Security and Student Safety

Individuals With Disabilities

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Teacher Freedoms

Discrimination in Employment

Recruitment, Tenure, Dismissal, and Due Process

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Exam 7: Liability and Student Records

The Supreme Court held in Owasso ISD v. Falvo that peer grading does violate FERPA.

_________ is a tort or civil wrong committed against another in which recovery is appropriate with a showing that the offended party received injury based on the deliberate action of others. Short

Actual malice occurs when the offender has no defense for conveying harmful information.

Provide examples of information that is considered directory information under FERPA.

School districts have a responsibility on an annual basis to provide information to parents, guardians, and eligible students regarding the content of the Family Educational and Privacy Act.

________ exists when there is intent to harm or injure another person.

Truth is a good defense to charges involving defamation if no malice intent is present.

_______________ is based on the premise that the educator is operating in good faith when sensitive information is communicated to another person who has a need to know.

Which of the following practices may not invite legal challenges regarding the actions of school personnel?

Qualified privilege is only valid when educators operate in good faith.

Which of the following activities are not impacted by FERPA:

Explain the ruling on Owasso ISD v. Falvo and its implications to teachers.

Courts generally support the view that custodial and non custodial parents may access their child's record.

Truth may not be sufficient in defamation cases if there is evidence that malice was involved.

Discuss the types of records that are not included under Public Law 93-380, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Provide a rationale as to why the records you identified are not included. (See Table 7.1 on page 203)

Any teacher, counselor, or administrator may review a student's record if he/she wishes to do so.

Directory information may be released which includes:

_______ is generally considered a defense to charges involving defamation as long a there is no intent to harm another person.

School districts are prohibited from providing directory information on students.

Malice is present when there is an intent to harm another's reputation.

Legal Framework Affecting Public Schools

Religion and the Public Schools

Students, the Law and Public Schools

National Security and Student Safety

Individuals With Disabilities

School Personnel and School District Liability

Teacher Freedoms

Discrimination in Employment

Recruitment, Tenure, Dismissal, and Due Process

The Instructional Program

School Desegregation

School Finance

Filters