#1
Which legislation protects students' privacy rights and confidentiality in educational records in the United States?
FERPA
ExplanationFERPA protects student privacy and educational record confidentiality.
#2
What is the minimum age at which students can access their own educational records under FERPA?
18
ExplanationStudents can access their educational records at the age of 18 under FERPA.
#3
What is the 'school official' exception under FERPA?
An exception allowing disclosure to contractors performing school services
ExplanationThe 'school official' exception allows disclosure to contractors performing school services under FERPA.
#4
What is the 'need to know' principle under FERPA?
Access to student information is based on a legitimate educational interest
ExplanationAccess to student information under FERPA is based on a legitimate educational interest.
#5
What is the 'Pupil Rights Amendment' and how does it relate to FERPA?
An addition to FERPA that grants students additional rights
ExplanationThe 'Pupil Rights Amendment' is an addition to FERPA that grants students additional rights.
#6
What is the primary role of a school's designated privacy officer?
Protect student privacy rights and oversee educational records
ExplanationThe primary role is to safeguard student privacy and oversee educational records.
#7
Under FERPA, who has the right to access a student's educational records without consent?
School administrators
ExplanationSchool administrators have access to educational records without consent under FERPA.
#8
In addition to parents, who else can provide consent for the release of a student's educational records under FERPA?
Legal guardians
ExplanationLegal guardians, in addition to parents, can provide consent for releasing educational records.
#9
What does the term 'directory information' refer to in the context of FERPA?
Information publicly available without consent
ExplanationDirectory information refers to information publicly available without consent under FERPA.
#10
What type of information is usually excluded from the definition of 'education records' under FERPA?
Health records
ExplanationHealth records are typically excluded from the definition of 'education records' under FERPA.
#11
If a parent believes that information in their child's educational records is inaccurate or misleading, what rights do they have under FERPA?
They can request amendments to the records
ExplanationParents can request amendments to their child's educational records if they believe the information is inaccurate or misleading under FERPA.
#12
In the context of FERPA, what is the difference between 'consent' and 'directory information'?
Consent is not required for directory information
ExplanationDirectory information can be disclosed without consent, while consent is required for other information under FERPA.
#13
What is the penalty for schools that violate FERPA regulations?
Monetary fine
ExplanationViolations of FERPA can result in monetary fines for schools.
#14
Which of the following is NOT considered personally identifiable information (PII) under FERPA?
Class schedule
ExplanationClass schedules are not considered PII under FERPA.
#15
Under FERPA, how long should educational records be maintained by educational institutions?
Indefinitely
ExplanationEducational records must be maintained indefinitely under FERPA.
#16
What steps should a school take to ensure the security of student records under FERPA?
Encrypt sensitive data
ExplanationSchools should encrypt sensitive student data to ensure security under FERPA.
#17
What is the primary responsibility of the Family Policy Compliance Office (FPCO) in relation to FERPA?
Enforcing FERPA regulations
ExplanationThe primary responsibility of the FPCO is enforcing FERPA regulations.
#18
How does FERPA impact the sharing of student information in online learning environments?
FERPA has strict guidelines for online learning
ExplanationFERPA imposes strict guidelines for the sharing of student information in online learning environments.
#19
What is the 'Redisclosure of Information' provision under FERPA designed to prevent?
Unauthorized sharing of student records by recipients
ExplanationThe 'Redisclosure of Information' provision aims to prevent unauthorized sharing of student records by recipients under FERPA.