Professionalism & Ethical Practices Flashcards

A teacher who shares a student's learning disability diagnosis with other teachers who do not work with that student is:

Answer: Violating FERPA by sharing confidential information with unauthorized staff

Student disability information may only be shared with school personnel who have a legitimate educational need to know.

A new teacher feels unprepared to teach a required unit on a topic outside their expertise. The most ethical action is to:

Answer: Seek support from a mentor, colleague, or professional development resources

Seeking support and professional development reflects ethical responsibility to provide competent instruction.

Which of the following is an example of professional boundary violation between a teacher and student?

Answer: Exchanging personal phone numbers for private communication outside school

Establishing personal communication channels outside school systems blurs professional boundaries and can create inappropriate relationships.

Oregon educators are expected to maintain professional competence throughout their careers primarily because:

Answer: Students are best served by teachers who continuously update their knowledge and skills

Continuous professional growth is fundamentally tied to the educator's primary obligation of promoting student learning.

A teacher witnesses a fellow educator using corporal punishment, which is prohibited in Oregon schools. The witnessing teacher must:

Answer: Report the incident to school administration

Witnessing prohibited student mistreatment creates an obligation to report to administration, as student welfare takes precedence.

Which statement best reflects the Oregon educator's ethical responsibility toward the teaching profession itself?

Answer: Upholding professional standards and supporting the growth of colleagues

Ethical educators strengthen the profession by modeling standards and supporting colleagues' professional development.

When an educator suspects academic dishonesty but lacks definitive proof, the most appropriate initial response is to:

Answer: Investigate further and follow the school's academic integrity policy

Due process requires investigation and adherence to established policy before applying consequences for academic dishonesty.