Module 10

THE CODE OF ETHICS. FOR PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS

Activity 1 -Module 10

 Get a copy of the Code of Ethics, read and study very well the
several provisions.
In article 1V, the Teacher and the Profession, present the
characteristics of the professional teacher by means of a collage, a
drawing, a song or a poem that you originally compose related to
the provisions in the Article./;

 Is there any provision that strikes you? Explain why?

I know that the code of ethics is a guide of principles designed to help

professionals act with honesty and integrity. A written set of rules and
management to help them conduct their actions in accordance with its
primary values and standards. A professional code of ethics outlines
teachers' primary responsibilities to their students and defines their role
in a student's life. Educators must demonstrate impartiality, integrity, and
ethical behavior in the classroom, whether virtual or in-person and in
their conduct with parents and coworkers. Being a professional teacher
is a serious matter. They must love and embrace their profession
wholeheartedly. In addition to that, they must be dedicated for it is part of
their pride. Every teacher must have this attitude of having an open mind
while being aware of continuous growth for betterment.

Activity 2 Module 10
 Write your personal reflection why you chose teaching as your
profession.

A personal reflection is a very important aspect of life. The

understanding of knowing why a specific profession is chosen is
essential in its success. Every once in a while teachers should stop and
reflect on how things have gone so far. Education has always been a
passion ever since the younger days. I would pretend like I was teaching
a class and my teddy bears were my students. Being the only child gave
plenty time to myself to be whoever I wanted to be. All throughout high
school I would make my career day a trip to a local school. I also had a
cousin that taught at an elementary school so many career days were
spent with her. Each experience I go through helps me realize more and
more why I chose to become a teacher.
Reasons for Becoming a Teacher There are many reasons why a
person would choose the education profession. My three reasons are
most likely similar to others. One most obvious reason is I love working
with younger individuals and it has always been a passion for me. I often
would be the “babysitter” of the family because I love kids so much. I
would even babysit for free and yes I said for free because I loved them
that much. My ideal is different because I welcome challenges and
change. In my ideal classroom there is a positive environment and
everyone gets fair treatment. The teacher is attentive, invites feedback,
positive, and supportive. The teacher wants the students to challenge
her because that is the best way to open up discussion. Students may
get rowdy but they remember the rules which are set on the first day of
class.