NAPLAN Professional Ethics in Education 3

Question 1

A teacher notices a student showing signs of possible abuse at home. The teacher's ethical and legal obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Report suspicions to child protection services as required by law

Answer

Educators are mandatory reporters and must report suspected child abuse to authorities without waiting for proof.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a professional code of ethics in education?

Accepted Answer

To provide guidance for ethical decision-making and maintain public trust

Answer

Professional codes of ethics guide educators in making sound decisions and reinforce public confidence in the teaching profession.

Question 3

A teacher allows a personal friendship with a student's parent to influence grading. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Nepotism and bias

Answer

Allowing personal relationships to affect academic assessment is unethical and constitutes bias.

Question 4

Which of the following best reflects the principle of 'non-maleficence' in education?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding actions that cause unnecessary harm to students

Answer

Non-maleficence means educators must avoid causing harm and act in the best interests of students.

Question 5

A school policy conflicts with a teacher's personal moral beliefs. The teacher should:

Accepted Answer

Follow the policy while pursuing change through appropriate channels

Answer

Ethical professionals follow established policies while advocating for change through legitimate, constructive means.

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