Code of Ethics Reflection
Code of Ethics Reflection
The code of ethics for teachers is designed to protect the rights of the
students, all the students. It is important that teachers understand that when they
get a teaching position, they are agreeing to follow the code of ethics. I hadn't
realized some the things that were in it so I am glad we went over it. Teachers are
expected to be fair to all their students and not to take advantage of their position
in any way. For example, you can't accept expensive gifts from students because it
might appear to bias you. You can't push your personal beliefs on students because
they are a "captive audience". You need to have a professional relationship with all
students and not let it get too casual. Apparently, there is quite a bit of abuse that
is happening in the school. You need to protect your students' safety and not
believe that this is someone else's job. The main thing is not to abuse the power
that your position, over your students, might give you. Think through the
implications of what happens. Also, our country separates "church and state".
Whether you agree with this or not, as a teacher you need to respect this and keep
religious bias out of the classroom.