Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers
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What is a teacher required to do when a complaint arises regarding academic evaluation?

  • Make an arbitrary decision based on personal judgment
  • Ignore it until further notice
  • Consult with other teachers before responding
  • Address it promptly and follow proper procedures (correct)

    • What should be the primary concern of a teacher in relation to learners?

  • Personal relationships with students
  • Maintaining discipline in the classroom
  • Standardized testing outcomes
  • The interests and welfare of learners (correct)

    • Which action is prohibited for teachers in relation to students and their families?

  • Offering extra credit opportunities
  • Accepting favors or gifts in exchange for special treatment (correct)
  • Recommending educational resources
  • Providing after-school tutoring sessions

    • How should a teacher evaluate a learner's work?

    <p>On merit and the quality of academic performance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must teachers avoid to ensure fair treatment of all learners?

    <p>Responding to favoritism or bias (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required from teachers regarding unauthorized payments for tutoring?

    <p>All payments for tutorials must be authorized (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should teachers exercise in situations of mutual attraction with learners?

    <p>Utmost professional discretion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a teacher ensure when determining academic marks?

    <p>Consistency with accepted procedures for evaluation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation does a teacher's academic freedom have according to the content?

    <p>It may not harm the declared policies of the State. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a teacher play in the community as mentioned in the content?

    <p>A facilitator of learning and youth development. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following behaviors must a teacher refrain from to merit social recognition?

    <p>Gambling, smoking, and other excesses. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for teachers to understand local customs and traditions?

    <p>To build rapport and avoid disparagement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one responsibility of teachers towards the school and the community?

    <p>To keep the community informed about the school’s work. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what capacity are teachers expected to serve the community according to the content?

    <p>As intellectual leaders and counselors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recommended for teachers to maintain their professional relationships?

    <p>Develop harmonious and pleasant relations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a duty of teachers as mentioned in the content?

    <p>Leading all legislative processes in the community. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a teacher ensure in relation to their financial obligations?

    <p>They must settle debts and other financial obligations in a timely manner. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can a teacher act as an agent for a commercial venture selling textbooks?

    <p>When their assignment is inherently related to the purchase and disposal of books. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as important for a teacher's personal behavior?

    <p>Self-respect and self-discipline. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence for a teacher who violates provisions of the Code?

    <p>They can face revocation of their teaching license. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does self-discipline play in a teacher's personal conduct?

    <p>It is a principle of personal behavior that the teacher must uphold. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a teacher acknowledge as a guide in their life?

    <p>The Almighty God or a higher being. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a teacher's conduct reflect their role?

    <p>They should live with dignity and be a model for others. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What financial right does a teacher have?

    <p>To earn extra income through legitimate means without interfering with teaching responsibilities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Teacher's Financial Responsibility

    Teachers must manage their finances responsibly, paying debts and loans on time to maintain a good reputation.

    Teacher's Business Involvement

    Teachers cannot be agents or financially invested in businesses selling school supplies if their official duties influence purchases.

    Financial Interest Exception

    A teacher can be involved in school supply sales if it is directly related to their assigned role, but only within existing regulations.

    Maintaining Dignity

    Teachers must conduct themselves with dignity in all situations.

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    Self-Respect and Discipline

    Teachers are expected to be self-respectful and disciplined in their interactions and actions.

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    Dignified Personality

    Teachers should maintain a respectful personality that students or colleagues can look up to.

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    Teacher's Code of Conduct

    Teachers must adhere to all provisions in the conduct code.

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    Disciplinary Action

    Violating the teacher's code of conduct can result in disciplinary measures.

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    Teacher's Academic Freedom

    Teachers have the right to research and share their findings, but if those findings oppose state policies, the findings should be reported to the proper authorities.

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    Teacher's Role in Community Development

    Teachers should lead and participate in community initiatives for improvement in moral, social, educational, economic, and civic areas.

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    Teacher's Social Conduct

    Teachers must maintain integrity, honor, and dignity, avoiding behavior like gambling, smoking, and excessive drinking to maintain good standing.

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    Teacher's Understanding of Community Customs

    Teachers should understand and respect local traditions to foster positive relationships within the community, avoid actions that could cause offense or disapproval.

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    Teacher's Role in School-Community Relations

    Teachers should keep the community informed about school activities and challenges and actively participate in community matters.

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    Teacher as Intellectual Leader

    Teachers should be leaders in their communities, provide guidance and counseling, participate in issues that affect people, particularly within barangays.

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    Professional Relationships

    Teachers should build harmonious and pleasant relationships with other professions, government officials, and members of the community in their official and personal life.

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    Facilitator of Learning

    Teachers should create an environment conducive to learning and development to better serve as educators.

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    Teacher's Assessment Right

    Teachers have the right and responsibility to assess students' academic performance and assign grades or promotions based on established evaluation methods.

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    Teacher's Responsibility in Complaints

    Teachers are responsible for addressing student complaints promptly and fairly, following established procedures.

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    Teacher's Duty to Students

    A teacher's primary responsibility is the well-being and best interests of their students, treating each student fairly and without bias.

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    Teacher's Commitment to Equality

    Teachers must avoid any form of prejudice or discrimination against students, ensuring equality and respect for all.

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    Teacher's Acceptance of Gifts

    Teachers should not accept gifts or favors from students or their families in exchange for special treatment, especially if it compromises fairness.

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    Teacher's Tutoring Income

    Teachers are prohibited from accepting unauthorized payment for tutoring, ensuring all additional services are legitimate and approved.

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    Teacher's Evaluation Criteria

    Teachers must evaluate student work solely based on merit and the quality of their academic performance.

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    Teacher's Professional Discretion

    If a romantic relationship develops between a teacher and a student, the teacher must exercise utmost professional discretion.

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    Study Notes

    Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers

    • Teachers are licensed professionals with high moral values and technical competence.
    • They uphold ethical and moral principles, standards, and values in their profession.

    Scope and Limitations

    • The Philippine Constitution mandates quality education for all Filipino citizens.
    • The Code applies to all teachers in all Philippine schools (public and private).
    • The Code covers all levels (preschool, primary, elementary, secondary, technical, vocational, special, and non-formal).
    • The term "teacher" includes all individuals performing supervisory or administrative functions at those levels, regardless of their employment status (full-time or part-time).
    • Teachers without licensure are not considered professional teachers.

    The Teacher and The State

    • Schools are considered nurseries for national citizens.
    • Teachers are trustees of cultural and educational heritage.
    • Teachers must transmit national heritage, elevate morality, foster national pride, cultivate patriotism, promote allegiance to the constitution and respect for constituted authorities.
    • Every teacher and school official must actively carry out the declared policies and take an oath to that effect.
    • Teachers must be physically, mentally, and morally fit to serve the Filipino people and the state.
    • A teacher must not work toward any political or religious interest, nor solicit financial support.
    • Teachers are expected to abide by the law.
    • Teachers will exercise academic freedom, sharing research findings. However, findings inimical to state policies must be directed to the correct authorities.
    • To uphold a professional standard, teachers must not use their position or authority to compel others to believe in or perform any political or personal activity.

    The Teacher and The Community

    • Teachers are facilitators of learning and development of youth.
    • Teachers should foster a learning environment conducive to students' growth.
    • Teachers are expected to show leadership within the community in initiatives for betterment (moral, social, educational, economic, and civic).
    • Teachers should maintain an acceptable social conduct, demonstrating honor and dignity.
    • Teachers should refrain from activities such as gambling, smoking, drinking, other excessive behaviors.
    • Teachers must not have illicit relationships.
    • Teachers must work to build strong relationships with the community (local customs, traditions) and refrain from disparaging remarks. They should also keep the community informed about the school's work and achievements.
    • Teachers should act as intellectual and community leaders—providing leadership and support when needed, including counseling if necessary.
    • Teachers should maintain harmonious and pleasant relationships with colleagues, community members, and school officials.
    • Teachers have freedom to worship but cannot proselytize others.

    The Teacher and Parents

    • Teachers must maintain cordial relationships with parents, which merits their confidence and respect.
    • Teachers must communicate with parents about student progress and deficiencies clearly and tactfully, seeking cooperation in student guidance and improvement.
    • Teachers must listen to parents' complaints with sympathy and understanding, discouraging unfair criticism.
    • Teachers must prioritize positive relationships with parents for the benefit of student success.

    The Teacher and the Teaching Community

    • Teachers must maintain professional loyalty, mutual confidence, self-sacrifice, and cooperation, supporting colleagues when the profession is at stake.
    • Teachers must not claim work that belongs to others. They must give credit to whom credit is due.
    • Before leaving a position, a teacher must organize records, leaving necessary information for their successor, and ensuring continuity of work.
    • Teachers must hold all confidential information concerning associates and the school in high regard, avoiding disclosure or removal without authorization.
    • Teachers are responsible for correcting unprofessional or unethical behavior of colleagues, only if there is clear evidence. Teachers should submit appropriate complaints using the correct channels (preferably written).
    • A teacher can apply for vacancies based on merit and competence for the position. It is unprofessional to seek a position for which a teacher is not qualified; Likewise, divulging confidential information is unprofessional.

    The Teacher and Higher Authorities

    • Teachers must support legitimate policies of the school and administration and faithfully carry them out.
    • Teachers must not falsely accuse officials; complaints must be submitted under oath to the proper authorities.
    • Teachers must deal with issues and concerns using approved channels, except when legitimate reforms are opposed.
    • Teachers may appeal to higher authorities about injustice and discrimination, but must do so in a way that does not jeopardize the students. Going on strike is not accepted by the Code of Ethics.
    • Appointments, promotions, and transfers of teachers are based on merit and need for the interest of service; transfers based on prejudices or impropriety are unprofessional.

    School Officials, Teachers, and Other Personnel

    • School officials must show professional courtesy towards teachers and other staff members.
    • School officials are responsible for creating a nurturing and supportive environment which encourages professional growth for teachers.
    • Officials are responsible for supporting teachers and helping them achieve successful professional development.
    • No school official can dismiss a teacher without valid cause.
    • Educational policies must be crafted in collaboration with relevant school stakeholders.
    • Schools must ensure teachers and other staff adhere to the appropriate training and licensure standards.

    The Teacher and Learners

    • Teachers determine academic marks and learner's academic promotion in accordance with established evaluation methods.
    • Teachers must treat learners justly and impartially and not discriminate against any learner.
    • Teachers must prioritize learners' well-being, and not accept personal favors, gifts or concessions from learners or families.
    • Teachers shall not accept unauthorized remuneration or extra payments for tutorial services.
    • Teachers must not use corporal punishment or deductions from grades to discipline students for non-academic issues.
    • Teachers must assist learners in addressing problems and difficulties related to the educational process.

    The Teacher and Business

    • Teachers can generate legitimate financial income outside of teaching, but it cannot interfere with their duties.
    • Teachers must maintain good reputation concerning personal financial affairs.
    • Teachers may not act as agents, or have financial interest in school commodity ventures whenever their position can influence matters of purchase, sale or distribution. Decisions must reflect legal and acceptable standards.

    The Teacher as a Person

    • Teachers must uphold dignity and live with high regard in all aspects of life.
    • Teachers must always maintain self-respect, self-discipline, and high regard for their conduct.
    • Teachers are expected to be worthy models for peers and others.
    • Teachers should always maintain high moral standards.

    Disciplinary Actions

    • Violations of the Code of Ethics can result in disciplinary actions, such as revocation of license, suspension, reprimand, or cancellation of teaching permit.

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    This quiz explores the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers in the Philippines. It highlights the responsibilities and ethical standards that teachers must uphold to ensure quality education for all citizens. Dive into the scope, limitations, and the vital role of teachers in societal development.

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