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What is considered a requirement for a field to be categorized as a profession?
Which of the following best describes a professional teacher?
Which professions are generally regarded as noble?
What aspect of professionalism emphasizes adherence to a code of ethics?
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Which characteristic does NOT typically define a noble profession?
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What differentiates a qualified teacher from an ordinary teacher?
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Why is teaching considered essential across all professions?
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What is the primary purpose of professionalizing a field of work?
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What is a mandatory requirement for professionals, including teachers, in developed nations like the USA and UK?
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What is a consequence of failing to earn minimum credits for ongoing professional development in many professions?
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Why are parents particularly concerned about who teaches their children in developed countries?
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What issue arises if non-licensed individuals teach in classrooms?
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What role do Teaching Regulatory Councils play in developed education systems?
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How do the stringent requirements for teaching in the USA vary from those in less regulated countries?
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What might be a social consequence in the event of unqualified individuals teaching children?
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Why is licensure deemed extremely important in teaching professions in developed nations?
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What must an individual do to practice teaching in any state in the USA?
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What happens when a teacher moves from one state to another in the USA?
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Under what condition can a teacher be exempt from taking the PRAXIS TEST when moving states?
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Which organization requires passing a national qualifying examination to teach across all states in the USA?
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What is a primary requirement for teaching licensure in the UK?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Teaching Profession
- Teaching is considered the foundation of all professions, as every field requires education from teachers.
- Despite its importance, teaching is not universally recognized as a noble profession.
- Currently, only three professions are widely regarded as noble: Legal, Medical, and Divinity (Priesthood).
Definition and Characteristics of a Profession
- A profession involves a field of work that has been successfully professionalized.
- Key characteristics include:
- Membership of individuals in a disciplined group accepted as possessing specialized knowledge and skills.
- Commitment to ethical standards.
- Focused on applying knowledge for the benefit of others.
- Presence of a regulatory body for assessment, licensing, and discipline.
Teaching and Types of Teachers
- Teaching is defined as imparting knowledge and skills to others.
- Types of teachers:
- Ordinary Teacher: A person who imparts acquired knowledge or skills to others.
- Qualified Teacher: An ordinary teacher who has also gained knowledge of teaching techniques (Pedagogy).
- Professional Teacher: A qualified teacher who is licensed, adheres to ethical standards, and engages in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
Professional Teaching Practices in Developed Nations
- Professionalism is emphasized in the teaching field in developed nations, like the USA and UK.
- Rigorous requirements for professional recognition and registration are mandatory.
- Requires years of training and supervised practical exposure for licensure.
Ongoing Professional Development
- Professionals must continue to improve their knowledge and skills through CPD.
- Licenses for teaching are renewed based on the completion of required professional development credits.
Regulatory Framework
- It's considered illegal to teach without a proper teaching license in developed countries.
- Teaching councils hold significant authority to ensure educational standards and protect student safety.
- Parents are highly concerned about teacher qualifications to safeguard children from abuse and poor education.
United States Teaching Standards
- Each state has a regulatory authority for teaching that enforces strict professional standards.
- Passing the PRAXIS TEST is mandatory for any prospective teacher.
- Licensure is not transferable between states unless there is a bilateral agreement; individuals often need to retake tests when moving states.
- National qualifications, like the PRAXIS examination, are necessary for teaching across states.
United Kingdom Teaching Standards
- The UK has General Teaching Councils in various provinces, enforcing teaching licensure.
- The councils establish minimum requirements for "Qualified Teaching Status," which includes both theoretical and practical examinations, along with background checks.
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Explore the foundational role of teaching in society and its characteristics as a profession. This quiz covers the definition of teaching, types of teachers, and the ethical standards expected in the profession. Test your understanding of the dynamics that define teaching as a noble profession.
