All Annotations of Teachers warned about MySpace profiles[Preview]

saved byBen W on 2008-01-17

• While this advice might seem extreme, the dangers of participating in these two sites outweigh the benefits
• The fact that a student can attempt to contact an OEA member who has a profile on these sites lends itself to the possible interpretation of an improper relationship,” the memo told teachers. “Because of the high standards placed on school employees and the risk of job and career loss, the OEA recommends avoiding even the appearance of impropriety
• The union also worries that students will create “impostor” sites, pose as adults and engage in conversations with teachers, or use online communication to make allegations later against educators.