Professionalism & Ethical Practices Flashcards
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A teacher's personal social media post contains criticism of a specific student's behavior, using identifying details. This action is:
Answer: A serious ethical and legal violation of student privacy
Posting identifiable student information on social media violates FERPA and professional ethics regardless of privacy settings or subsequent deletion.
Which scenario best illustrates the ethical principle of non-maleficence in teaching?
Answer: Refraining from using instructional practices known to harm student self-esteem
Non-maleficence requires teachers to avoid practices that cause psychological or academic harm to students.
A teacher is asked to serve as an expert witness in a legal case involving a former student. The most ethical approach is to:
Answer: Consult with school legal counsel before agreeing to testify or sharing any records
Legal proceedings involving students can have complex implications; consulting with school legal counsel ensures compliance with privacy laws and district policies.
What does it mean for a teacher to act as a 'reflective practitioner'?
Answer: Systematically evaluating one's own teaching effectiveness and adjusting accordingly
Reflective practice involves ongoing self-assessment of instructional effectiveness and making purposeful adjustments to improve student outcomes.
A student who is performing poorly asks the teacher to pass them so they can remain eligible for extracurricular activities. The teacher should:
Answer: Maintain accurate grades and work with the student on an academic improvement plan
Assigning inaccurate grades to preserve eligibility violates academic integrity; the ethical response is honest grading combined with meaningful academic support.
Which of the following is an example of a teacher violating the ethical principle of justice?
Answer: Providing more detailed feedback to students the teacher personally likes
Providing better feedback selectively based on personal favoritism rather than educational need is an unjust practice that violates equal treatment.
A new alternative certification teacher is observed using an ineffective instructional strategy repeatedly. The most supportive and ethical action for a mentor teacher is to:
Answer: Provide specific, constructive feedback and model effective strategies during observations
Effective mentorship involves timely, constructive feedback and modeling that supports a new teacher's professional growth in the interest of student learning.