EDF 4603 Exam Review 2025 – 40+ Q&A on Tenure, Dismissal, Union Rights & RIF | Educational Law

This document provides a fully answered and exam-aligned question set for EDF 4603, focusing on key legal and ethical principles in education. Covering Chapters 1–4 of the 2025/2026 syllabus, the material contains over 40 multiple-choice questions with correct answers, reflecting real exam content and ensuring relevance for upcoming assessments. Core topics include: Teacher tenure, dismissal procedures, and non-renewal of contracts Insubordination, immorality, misconduct, and legal grounds for termination Reduction in Force (RIF) policies and the use of objective criteria Teachers’ constitutional rights, including the right to unionize and strike Collective bargaining topics such as wages, hours, and employment conditions Legal protections against arbitrary treatment and unjust dismissal Each question is paired with a verified answer, and many include detailed distinctions between lawful and unlawful grounds for termination or employment decisions. This review is structured for clarity and accuracy, ideal for both coursework and licensure exam prep. This document is especially relevant for: Education majors studying school law or educational policy Pre-service teachers preparing for professional practice Students enrolled in EDF 4603 or similar education law and ethics courses Aspiring administrators or school leaders reviewing legal responsibilities Candidates for teacher certification exams covering school employment law Whether you're preparing for an exam, writing an assignment, or entering the teaching profession, this review offers a focused, well-organized summary of legal rights and responsibilities in the educational system. Keywords: EDF 4603, teacher tenure, dismissal policy, education law, school board rights, insubordination, RIF, Reduction in Force, union rights, teacher strike, collective bargaining, nonrenewal, educational ethics, public education policy, teacher protections, NEA membership