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.
i honestly think it a trade off, you get out what u put in.
Misrepresentation is frightening. As an adjunct professor contracted to work part-time hours, I am not always deeply intertwinde in my College. I would never want to accidently misrepresent anything, and need to be diligent about keep up on current policies and procedures.
our conversation should be direct and not exagerated and if we dont have the answers lead them to the proper source to answer the questions they may have
I learned how superlaitves may give the wrong impression and can even be considered a misrepresentation. Avoiding the use of superlatives and using only facts is a better choice.
The stakes are high when it comes to misrepresentation - it doesn't matter if it was unintentional or a mistake. It has real consequences to the institution and your position.
When engaging new and current students you should always state facts and not just what you want.
The affirmative vs superlative chat is a great resource for all associates to have on hand for reference.
Use of documented data, accurate facts supported by numbers, and absence of superlatives are basic concepts in avoiding misrepreresntations.
“Misrepresentation,” is any false, erroneous, or misleading statements ... Factual information is to be presented to prospective students and families regarding educational programs, financial aid, and the employability of its graduates.
I have learned that it is extremely easy to give misrepresentation. You have to be percise and avoid superlatives. This is something that requires a lot of knowledge and to really think about what you're saying.
Avoiding superlative statements is key to our student's success.
Superlatives are hard to resist when you have a long tenure with a school in which you believe. I've had to bit emy tongue many times, even though I often feel that I can prove my superlatives. Nevertheless, it is easy to be over enthused.
Do not use superlatives because they are not factual information but express you opinion. Representations need to be verbal or written abd cannot deceive or confuse a student.
It is important to make affirmative statements and to avoid making superlative statements.
Misrepresentations are common. Though students all learn differently, students (from what I have experieneced) have a mind set that hands on learning guarantees a job vs. traditional school setting.
Be accurate with the information don't mislead the students.
Misrepresentation is one of the common reason for schools to get into trouble by law suits
Regards
Javaid
Important to understand Misrepresentation and that it can be unintentional. When discussing the school it is important not to use surperlatives. Could mislead students.
We must provide information so the student can make the an educated & informed decision that is best for their training, lives and future.
