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What is considered a requirement for a field to be categorized as a profession?
What is considered a requirement for a field to be categorized as a profession?
- There must be a regulatory body overseeing its members. (correct)
- It must have informal gathering of peers.
- It should provide free services to the community.
- All individuals in the field must have similar educational backgrounds.
Which of the following best describes a professional teacher?
Which of the following best describes a professional teacher?
- Someone who imparts knowledge without any training.
- A qualified teacher adhering to ethical standards and licensed to teach. (correct)
- Any individual who enjoys teaching others.
- An expert in a specific subject who teaches without formal credentials.
Which professions are generally regarded as noble?
Which professions are generally regarded as noble?
- Business, Sports, and Entertainment.
- Legal, Medical, and Divinity. (correct)
- Education, Journalism, and Law Enforcement.
- Engineering, Teaching, and Medical.
What aspect of professionalism emphasizes adherence to a code of ethics?
What aspect of professionalism emphasizes adherence to a code of ethics?
Which characteristic does NOT typically define a noble profession?
Which characteristic does NOT typically define a noble profession?
What differentiates a qualified teacher from an ordinary teacher?
What differentiates a qualified teacher from an ordinary teacher?
Why is teaching considered essential across all professions?
Why is teaching considered essential across all professions?
What is the primary purpose of professionalizing a field of work?
What is the primary purpose of professionalizing a field of work?
What is a mandatory requirement for professionals, including teachers, in developed nations like the USA and UK?
What is a mandatory requirement for professionals, including teachers, in developed nations like the USA and UK?
What is a consequence of failing to earn minimum credits for ongoing professional development in many professions?
What is a consequence of failing to earn minimum credits for ongoing professional development in many professions?
Why are parents particularly concerned about who teaches their children in developed countries?
Why are parents particularly concerned about who teaches their children in developed countries?
What issue arises if non-licensed individuals teach in classrooms?
What issue arises if non-licensed individuals teach in classrooms?
What role do Teaching Regulatory Councils play in developed education systems?
What role do Teaching Regulatory Councils play in developed education systems?
How do the stringent requirements for teaching in the USA vary from those in less regulated countries?
How do the stringent requirements for teaching in the USA vary from those in less regulated countries?
What might be a social consequence in the event of unqualified individuals teaching children?
What might be a social consequence in the event of unqualified individuals teaching children?
Why is licensure deemed extremely important in teaching professions in developed nations?
Why is licensure deemed extremely important in teaching professions in developed nations?
What must an individual do to practice teaching in any state in the USA?
What must an individual do to practice teaching in any state in the USA?
What happens when a teacher moves from one state to another in the USA?
What happens when a teacher moves from one state to another in the USA?
Under what condition can a teacher be exempt from taking the PRAXIS TEST when moving states?
Under what condition can a teacher be exempt from taking the PRAXIS TEST when moving states?
Which organization requires passing a national qualifying examination to teach across all states in the USA?
Which organization requires passing a national qualifying examination to teach across all states in the USA?
What is a primary requirement for teaching licensure in the UK?
What is a primary requirement for teaching licensure in the UK?
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Teaching
Teaching
The bedrock of all professions, providing foundational education.
Noble Professions
Noble Professions
Fields like Legal, Medical, and Divinity often recognized for their ethical standards and societal contributions.
Profession
Profession
A vocation requiring specialized knowledge, ethical commitment, and service to others.
Ethical Standards
Ethical Standards
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Service to Others
Service to Others
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Regulatory Body
Regulatory Body
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Teaching
Teaching
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Ordinary Teacher
Ordinary Teacher
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Qualified Teacher
Qualified Teacher
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Professional Teacher
Professional Teacher
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CPD (Continuous Professional Development)
CPD (Continuous Professional Development)
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Professionalism in Developed Nations
Professionalism in Developed Nations
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Ongoing Professional Development
Ongoing Professional Development
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License Renewal (Teaching)
License Renewal (Teaching)
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Unlicensed Teaching
Unlicensed Teaching
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Teaching Councils
Teaching Councils
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Teacher Qualifications (Parental Concern)
Teacher Qualifications (Parental Concern)
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State Regulatory Authority (Teaching)
State Regulatory Authority (Teaching)
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PRAXIS Test
PRAXIS Test
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Non-Transferable Licensure
Non-Transferable Licensure
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General Teaching Councils (UK)
General Teaching Councils (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.
