CASPer ethical exam questions &
answers 2024/2025
What if you caught a student cheating? - ANSWERSI would talk to them first and encourage them to tell
the professor. If they didn't, I would because it is against with own ethics. Cheating would be unfair to
the other students who prepared and studied. It would also be a good learning experience for that
student and perhaps motivate them to study harder and try different learning methods next time.
If a student fails a test, is it the student's fault or the teacher's fault? - ANSWERSI believe it's most likely
the students fault. Everyone learns differently, and the teacher's methods may work better for other
students. The student can try to put in more effort and hard work, if that's what they are lacking. The
student can also go to office hours and ask the teacher to explain in a different way or in more detail. If
the teacher is unwilling to work with the student, then failing would also be the teacher's fault.
A friend in your class tells you his mother was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. He is overwhelmed
by his studies and may drop out of the program to spend time with his mother. How do you counsel your
friend? - ANSWERSI would first comfort my friend and express empathy, telling him I am always there for
him. I would respect his decision either way, but I would encourage him to stay in the program because
he has already worked very hard to get here. I would tell him that everyone - teachers and students-is
there for him and that we will help in any way possible so he doesn't get behind. I would also encourage
him to talk to his advisor about the options. Maybe there is a way to take a slight break without
completely dropping out of the program.
One member of your student group, Sue, is showing up unprepared and not contributing. She blames
this shortcoming on a paper she had to write, but the other members argue that they were responsible
for the same paper yet still managed to show up prepared. Two other members begin confronting Sue
about the problem.
-You are a member of the study group and have not participated in the interaction so far, but now the
group is looking to you. How would you defuse this situation?
-Do you agree with the two male students who are upset with Sue? Why or why not?
-What suggestions can you make to help the group function better going forward? - ANSWERS1. As a
member of the group, my primary concern is diffusing the tension to complete the project. There is a
clear difference in perspectives and its important to mediate the conversation. The most important first
step is to actively listen to both sides, so I would ask questions to understand why the different parties
feel the way they do to understand everyone's perspectives and priorities. For everyone to be able to
, voice their concerns, they must feel that they are in a safe, fair, and accepting space. I would validate the
members' feelings with regards to their frustrations about feeling that Sue doesn't come prepared; but I
would also validate Sue's feelings around being occupied with other material. Sue has also indicated that
she has been under a lot of stress, so I would speak privately with her, to determine whether it was a
personal matter or emergency. I would help her identify any barriers which may be impeding her ability
to prepare for these sessions. Based on the information provided, I would refer her to campus resources
for support, if appropriate. After speaking with all parties, I would help reset group expectations by
reaffirming our goals, expectations, and roles within the group, while showing respect and
understanding. After everyone's expectations are established, I would follow up with my colleagues at
our next study session to ensure we are all on track. As well, I would again speak with Sue privately to
check in on her overall wellbeing.
2. I can understand where the two male students' frustrations are stemming from, and their feelings
need to be validated. But, both the perspectives of Sarah and the male students needs to be explored
and shared with each other. After, common ground needs to be established regarding expectations. If
Sarah has indeed not been preparing for the sessions, and t
Describe the major differences between schoolyard bullying and cyberbullying.
-How would you respond to this act of cyberbullying?
-What are a few strategies to detect, monitor, and confront acts of cyberbullying? - ANSWERS1.
Cyberbullying is often found on social media, whereas schoolyard bullying is in a public area. In
cyberbullying, the perpetrator is behind the comfort of their screen, and will often say things that they
may not say in person. The mean comments I cyberbullying can also be spread more easily. Alternatively,
in schoolyard bullying, individuals are forced to confront each other in person. Another difference is that
schoolyard bullying tends to involve a group and is more public.
2. I would confront the girl who posted the picture and ask if I could speak with her. Since cyberbullying
is often done behind a screen, the perpetrators often feel more confident to say hurtful things. When
speaking with her I would express how hurtful the post was, and if she could take it down. I would
explain that I was not on a date and simply with my family. I would then listen to her side of the story.
She might have really felt like it was a date and was worried about the guy. However, I would urge her
not to jump to conclusions or talk to me personally before posting online.
If she refused to take the picture down, then I would confront the principle of our school and explain
how difficult the situation was.
3. A few strategies to detect acts of cyberbullying is to encourage students to speak up to their teachers
or other supervisors about it when they see it. They should let individuals know the harmful effects that
cyberbullying has on people and that it is necessary to report when one has seen it. Also, it is important
to confront the person that is doing the cyberbullying in person. By speaking to them one on one, it is
easier to resolve conflict as well as let the other person know their feelings and concerns. If the person
continues to cyberbully, then it is necessary for individuals to report it to adults who can take more seri
