Code of Ethics for Teachers (RA No. 7836)

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What is a potential consequence for a teacher who violates the provisions of the code regarding financial matters?

Increased salary negotiations

Revocation of Certification and License (correct)

Promotion within their teaching position

Additional training opportunities

What does the pragmatic perspective of action research emphasize?

Learning by doing to resolve problems (correct)

Conducting reflective inquiries

Exploring theoretical concepts without practical application

Learning through collaboration with others

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an effect of action research?

Decline in teacher-student communication (correct)

Revised practices based on new knowledge

Enhanced collaboration across departments

Increased student performance

In the context of action research, which outcome focuses on improving personal practices and understanding?

Professional development Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for a teacher regarding their own physical, mental, and moral fitness?

Teachers should be physically, mentally, and morally fit. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is prohibited for teachers according to the Code of Ethics?

Soliciting money for political or religious purposes. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of action research leads to taking steps toward resolving an existing problem?

Diagnostic research Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective of action research encourages participants to change their own practices?

Reflective Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of teachers in terms of professional development?

Participate in a Continuing Professional Education program. Signup and view all the answers

In what situation should a teacher avoid showing preferential treatment to a learner?

When the teacher has a personal relationship with the learner. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major focus of collaborative problem solving in action research?

Mutual problem-solving and information gathering Signup and view all the answers

Which outcome is primarily associated with enhancing awareness in education?

Enhanced personal Awareness Signup and view all the answers

How should teachers handle complaints from parents?

Address complaints with sympathy and understanding. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the rights of teachers as stated in Article VI Section 4?

To seek redress against administration injustices. Signup and view all the answers

What should the basis of evaluating a learner's work be according to the Code?

Merit and quality of academic performance. Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized for teachers in terms of professional relationships with their colleagues?

Professional loyalty and cooperation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers (RA No. 7836)

Teachers must be physically, mentally, and morally fit to serve the best interests of the state, the Filipino people, and themselves.
Teachers cannot engage in promoting political, religious, or partisan interests and cannot solicit, require, collect, or receive any money or service from any person or entity for such purposes.
Teachers enjoy academic freedom and can share the results of their research and investigations, but if the results are detrimental to state policy, they must be submitted to the proper authorities.
Teachers must participate in the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) program of the Professional Regulation Commission and pursue further studies to enhance their efficiency, prestige, competence, virtues, and productivity.
Teachers are expected to demonstrate loyalty, mutual confidence, and cooperation with colleagues. They must support one another, especially when the best interests of learners, the school, or the profession are at stake.
Teachers have the right to raise grievances against injustice within the administration through acceptable democratic processes, but must avoid jeopardizing the interests and welfare of learners.
Teacher evaluations of a learner's work should be based solely on merit and quality of academic performance.
If a teacher develops feelings for a learner, they must exercise professional discretion to avoid scandal, gossip, and preferential treatment.
Teachers should listen to parents' complaints with understanding and discourage unfair criticism.
Teachers are required to maintain a good reputation with regard to financial matters, including settling debts and loans and managing their private financial affairs responsibly.
Violations of the Code of Ethics can result in disciplinary actions, including revocation of teacher certification, suspension from teaching, reprimands, or cancellation of permits.

Action Research

Action research is a problem-solving approach to education through change, focusing on improving practices, places, events, or individuals.
It is collaborative, practical, and relevant, seeking conclusive evidence to support improvement.
Action research is cyclical and linear, involving exploration, discovery, and seeking solutions.

Perspectives on Action Research

Self-Reflective Inquiry: Participants in the study conduct the research.
Pragmatic: "Learning by doing" where one addresses a problem, analyzes results, and adjusts their approach for improvement.
Reflective: Encourages participants to be aware of their practice and be prepared to change it for improvement.
Collaborative Problem Solving: Individuals or groups work together to solve problems or gain information to reform local practices.

Effects of Action Research

Increased collaboration and sharing between departments and disciplines at all levels.
Increased dialogue about teaching challenges and student learning.
Enhanced communication between teachers and students.
Improved student performance.
Revised practices based on new knowledge about teaching and learning.
Development of priorities for schoolwide planning and assessment efforts.
Contributions to the profession's understanding of teaching and learning.

Outcomes of Action Research

Professional development.
Educational change.
Enhanced personal awareness.
Improved practices.
New learning.

Varieties of Action Research

Diagnostic Action Research: Investigates a pre-existing problem, ideally by invitation, to identify the cause and potential solutions.

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This quiz explores the key principles outlined in the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers under Republic Act No. 7836. It focuses on the responsibilities, rights, and continuing education of teachers to ensure they serve the public effectively and ethically. Test your understanding of the ethical standards that govern the teaching profession in the Philippines.