Module 5 Question 1 Of 12 Dr. Musk Uses A Bulletin Board Out

Module 5question 1 Of 12dr Musk Uses A Bulletin Board Outside Her Hig

Dr. Musk uses a bulletin board outside her high school classroom to post a spreadsheet with students' grades. The spreadsheet includes students' names, course grades to date, and scores on tests and assignments. Which of the following principles for professional educators does Dr. Musk most put at risk by posting this spreadsheet?

Professional educators should maintain student confidentiality.

Professional educators should use school supplies for appropriate purposes.

Professional educators should avoid inappropriate relationships with students.

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In the context of educational ethics, maintaining student confidentiality is paramount for professional educators. Dr. Musk's action of posting a spreadsheet containing students' names, grades, and test scores publicly on a bulletin board directly compromises the confidentiality principle. Such dissemination of sensitive information without appropriate safeguards exposes students to potential embarrassment, stigma, or misuse of their personal data. Confidentiality is fundamental not only to protect students' privacy rights but also to foster a trusting educational environment where students and their families feel secure in the educator's professionalism. Educational codes of ethics, such as those from the National Education Association (NEA), emphasize the importance of safeguarding student information and using resources responsibly (NEA, 2020). By posting grades openly, Dr. Musk risks violating these standards, which can undermine the integrity of the learning environment and erode trust among students and parents. Therefore, while her intention may be to foster community awareness or transparency, the breach of confidentiality principles is a significant ethical violation that can have long-term repercussions for her professional standing and the school's reputation.

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