#1
Which of the following is an example of student Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?
Student's first name
ExplanationPII includes identifiable information like names.
#2
What is COPPA aimed at protecting?
Children's privacy online
ExplanationCOPPA safeguards children's online privacy.
#3
What is the primary purpose of student privacy and confidentiality regulations?
To restrict access to student information
ExplanationRegulations limit access to student data.
#4
What is the purpose of obtaining parental consent under COPPA?
To ensure parents are aware of and agree to the collection of their child's personal information
ExplanationParental consent ensures awareness and agreement.
#5
Which federal agency enforces COPPA regulations?
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
ExplanationFTC enforces COPPA regulations.
#6
What does FERPA stand for?
Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act
ExplanationFERPA protects students' privacy rights.
#7
Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with student privacy regulations in educational institutions?
School administrators
ExplanationAdministrators oversee privacy compliance.
#8
Which of the following is an example of a data breach involving student information?
A teacher accidentally sends an email containing student grades to the wrong parent
ExplanationDisclosure of student grades is a breach.
#9
In what year was FERPA enacted?
1974
ExplanationFERPA was enacted in 1974.
#10
Under FERPA, parents have the right to request access to and amendment of:
Their child's disciplinary records
ExplanationParents can access disciplinary records.
#11
Which of the following is NOT covered under FERPA regulations?
Student's extracurricular activities
ExplanationExtracurricular activities are not covered.
#12
What is the penalty for violating FERPA regulations?
All of the above
ExplanationVarious penalties apply for violations.
#13
Which government agency is responsible for enforcing FERPA regulations?
Department of Education
ExplanationThe Department of Education enforces FERPA.
#14
What is the key difference between FERPA and COPPA?
FERPA protects student privacy in educational settings, while COPPA protects children's privacy online.
ExplanationFERPA focuses on educational settings; COPPA on online privacy for children.
#15
What is the role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) in educational institutions?
To oversee compliance with data protection laws
ExplanationDPOs ensure compliance with data protection laws.