THE TEACHING

PROFESSION

“CHOOSE A JOB YOU LOVE, AND YOU

WILL NEVER HAVE TO WORK A DAY IN
YOUR LIFE.”
- AUTHOR UNKNOWN
TEACHING AS A PROFESSION
“WITHOUT HARD WORK AND DISCIPLINE IT IS DIFFICULT TO BE A TOP PROFESSIONAL.”
LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Explain the meaning of teaching as a profession.

2. Trace the historical development of teaching as a

profession in the Philippines.
ACTIVITY:

Read the following instances when the word “professional”

is used. ADD SOME INSTANCES, IF YOU CAN. As a group,
explain what the word “professional” means in each case.
QUESTION:

What does the word “professional” mean as used in the

instances given above?
 Imply a code of ethics by which a
One who possesses skill and competence
professional person abide

“professional manner” “highly professional”

“gawang propesyonal” “unprofessional… to act that
“professional fee for expert way”
services rendered”
Two elements of a profession are competence and a Code of
Ethics.

A professional is one who confirms to the technical or

ethical standards of a profession.
THE OTHER ELEMENTS OF A PROFESSION ARE:
1. Initial Professional Education
2. Accreditation
3. Licensing
4. Professional Development
5. Professional Societies
6. Code of Ethics
QUESTION:

Does the teaching profession fulfill all the elements of a

profession? Explain your answer.
APPLICATION:
By way of an acrostic, explain the elements of a profession.
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