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The vast majority of sexual misconduct claims by students are ultimately determined to be:
The vast majority of sexual misconduct claims by students are ultimately determined to be:
- False
- Retaliation for a bad grade
- Misleading or lacking key details
- Truthful (correct)
Staff members who are accused of sexual misconduct are often:
Staff members who are accused of sexual misconduct are often:
- Unpopular and unlikable
- Shy and withdrawn
- Very young
- Popular with students and staff (correct)
Sexual harassment is defined as:
Sexual harassment is defined as:
- Not a punishable offense if unintentional
- Unwanted or unwelcome behavior that is sexual in nature (correct)
- Not always based on gender or sexual orientation
- Not considered professional misconduct
When posting on social media, one should:
When posting on social media, one should:
According to the legal concept in loco parentis, the school has a legal duty to:
According to the legal concept in loco parentis, the school has a legal duty to:
Boundaries must be:
Boundaries must be:
Which of the following is an early warning sign that a staff member is becoming involved in sexual misconduct?
Which of the following is an early warning sign that a staff member is becoming involved in sexual misconduct?
Which group faces an increased risk of sexual exploitation?
Which group faces an increased risk of sexual exploitation?
Which of the following is NOT a common reason that staff members overlook signs of abuse?
Which of the following is NOT a common reason that staff members overlook signs of abuse?
Sexual exploitation:
Sexual exploitation:
Which of the following is NOT part of the definition of sexual abuse of a student?
Which of the following is NOT part of the definition of sexual abuse of a student?
Which of the following is NOT part of the predictable pattern of abuse?
Which of the following is NOT part of the predictable pattern of abuse?
Which of the following is NOT a boundary guideline that school staff members should follow?
Which of the following is NOT a boundary guideline that school staff members should follow?
Mandatory reporters are defined as:
Mandatory reporters are defined as:
Which circumstance would constitute child abuse or neglect?
Which circumstance would constitute child abuse or neglect?
Unfounded reports mean:
Unfounded reports mean:
Flashcards
Sexual misconduct claims
Sexual misconduct claims
Determined to be truthful.
Accused staff members
Accused staff members
Often popular with students and staff.
Sexual harassment
Sexual harassment
Unwanted or unwelcome behavior that is sexual in nature.
In loco parentis duty
In loco parentis duty
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Boundaries
Boundaries
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Early warning sign
Early warning sign
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Increased risk group
Increased risk group
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Sexual exploitation
Sexual exploitation
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Mandatory reporters
Mandatory reporters
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Child abuse/neglect
Child abuse/neglect
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Unfounded reports
Unfounded reports
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Study Notes
Key Concepts of Sexual Misconduct in Educational Settings
- Most sexual misconduct claims by students are ultimately determined to be false.
- Accused staff members are often perceived as unpopular or unlikable.
- Sexual harassment encompasses unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature or related to gender.
Social Media Conduct
- Staff should refrain from criticizing students, colleagues, or the school community on social media.
Legal Responsibilities
- In loco parentis places a legal duty on schools to protect students from sexual misconduct.
Importance of Boundaries
- Boundaries must be clearly defined in staff-student relationships to maintain professionalism.
Warning Signs of Misconduct
- Early warning signs include overly affectionate behavior from staff members toward students.
Vulnerable Groups
- Individuals with special needs and middle school students are at an increased risk of sexual exploitation.
Oversight of Abuse Signs
- Common reasons for overlooking signs of abuse include misguided loyalty, fear of false accusations, and stereotypes regarding abusers.
Patterns of Sexual Exploitation
- Sexual exploitation tends to follow a predictable pattern that includes selection and testing of victims.
Definition of Sexual Abuse
- Sexual abuse of a student includes physical sexual relations, inappropriate touching, and sexual remarks by staff.
Boundary Guidelines
- Staff should avoid discussing students’ romantic or sexual lives, and should not remain alone with students behind closed doors.
Mandatory Reporting
- Mandatory reporters are individuals responsible for reporting abuse due to their professional duties involving children.
Circumstances of Child Abuse or Neglect
- Child abuse can be indicated by any form of physical harm to the child.
Understanding Unfounded Reports
- Unfounded reports indicate that the allegation of abuse has been proven false, but this does not equate to a criminal offense.
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