Background checks of potential employees is not new; however, the advent and proliferation of social media has added a new dimension to the traditional fingerprinting and criminal background check. LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and the like, have become powerful tools for keeping in touch and expressing ideas. Describe how these forums can also be used a tool for investigating applicants

What will be an ideal response?


ANSWER: From inappropriate images of oneself (using drugs and/or alcohol; inappropriately attired; sexual in nature) to inappropriate postings and Tweets; from controversial posts and expressions to exaggerated or falsified credentials and work history, the answer will provide insight into the Internet as a new investigative tool for employers in the field of education.

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