{"id":65,"date":"2009-09-11T15:17:16","date_gmt":"2009-09-11T15:17:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ecfmg.org\/news\/?p=65"},"modified":"2011-07-27T15:18:03","modified_gmt":"2011-07-27T15:18:03","slug":"on-line-posting-or-discussion-of-usmle-content-constitutes-irregular-behavior","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ecfmg.org\/news\/2009\/09\/11\/on-line-posting-or-discussion-of-usmle-content-constitutes-irregular-behavior\/","title":{"rendered":"On-line Posting or Discussion of USMLE Content Constitutes Irregular Behavior"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you post or discuss United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) examination content via the Internet, you will be in violation of the USMLE Rules of Conduct, as outlined in the USMLE Bulletin of Information<\/em>. Examination content includes, but may not be limited to, questions, case content, and answers.<\/p>\n

The Bulletin specifically advises that, \u201cyou will maintain the confidentiality of the materials, including the multiple-choice items, and the case content for Step 2 CS and Primum<\/em> CCS. You will not reproduce or attempt to reproduce examination materials through memorization or any other means. Also, you will not provide information relating to examination content that may give or attempt to give unfair advantage to individuals who may be taking the examination. This includes postings regarding examination content and\/or answers on the Internet.\u201d<\/p>\n

The USMLE program continuously monitors Internet forums and chat rooms. Examinees who post information about examination content are identified and referred to the USMLE Committee on Irregular Behavior. If the Committee finds that you posted examination content, your scores may be delayed and you may be subject to the following sanctions:<\/p>\n