DL Guthrie
EDU-576
August 6, 2014
The professional educator accepts personal responsibility for teaching students character qualities that will help them evaluate the consequences of and accept the responsibility for their actions and choices. (AAE, 2014)
Educators should be committed to the profession of teaching and learning. They should be professionally active, life-long learners and seek opportunities for professional development. (COE-GCU Framework, 2014)
Priority ranking : 1
I believe an individual who has the calling on their heart to teach, should be dedicated to his/her students. They should be dedicated to their profession just the same so as to further their education …show more content…
They should be forthright with others and uphold high standards of trust, character, and integrity. (COE-GCU Framework, 2014)
Priority ranking : 2
Honesty is key to all facets of one’s life. Honesty is imperative, for without it, a teacher cannot be trusted by a co-worker, a parent and most of all, the student.
And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. John 8:32 (KJV)
The professional educator assumes responsibility and accountability for his or her performance and continually strives to demonstrate competence.
The professional educator endeavors to maintain the dignity of the profession by respecting and obeying the law, and by demonstrating personal integrity.
The professional educator, in exemplifying ethical relations with colleagues, accords just and equitable treatment to all members of the profession.
The professional educator endeavors to understand and respect the values and traditions of the diverse cultures represented in the community and in his or her classroom. (AAE, 2014)
Educators should exercise sound judgment and ethical behavior. They should be a positive role model within their community. (COE-GCU Framework, …show more content…
The professional educator endeavors to present facts without distortion, bias or personal prejudice.
The professional educator endeavors to understand and respect the values and traditions of the diverse cultures represented in the community and in his or her classroom. (AAE, 2014)
Educators should promote social justice and equity, maintain appropriate standards of confidentiality, and exercise fairness in all areas including assessment. (COE-GCU Framework, 2014)
Priority ranking : 4
Fairness is imperative within the classroom setting, so that each student sees they are getting the same equal opportunity to learn.
There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. Galatians 3:28 (KJV).
The professional educator assumes responsibility and accountability for his or her performance and continually strives to demonstrate competence.
The professional educator continues professional growth. (AAE,