Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012: Singapore's primary data protection legislation that governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Requires consent for sharing personal information and ensures data accuracy. Critical for protecting student's privacy rights in recommendation letters.
Education Act (Chapter 87): Singaporean legislation that establishes the framework for educational institutions, defines teacher-student relationships, and sets professional standards for educators. Provides the legal basis for teachers' authority to issue recommendations.
Defamation Act (Chapter 75): Legal framework protecting against false statements that could harm reputation. Ensures recommendation letters contain truthful and factual content, protecting both writer and subject from potential libel claims.
MOE Professional Ethics Guidelines: Ministry of Education guidelines establishing ethical standards for professional recommendations and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries in teacher-student relationships.
Confidentiality Requirements: Legal and professional obligations to maintain confidentiality of student information, working in conjunction with PDPA to protect student privacy and data.
Academic Assessment Standards: Professional requirements for providing objective, truthful assessments based on actual academic performance and capabilities, ensuring recommendations meet academic integrity standards.
