Full Description
Unethical practices in education come at too great a cost when our future generation is at stake. Educators are role models for students in their future careers and so must believe in and use ethical practices. In politics, in big and small business, and in legal and medical practice the question of ethical practices surrounds us. Have people become desensitized to ethics? Are we condoning unethical practice? Our educational profession must stand up for honesty and integrity. We, as educators, have the obligation of setting the standards for ethics.
Ethical Dilemmas in Education addresses the dilemmas teachers face every day throughout all aspects of education in a comprehensive manner. The book outlines standards of professionalism and presents information teachers can use for the challenges teachers face. With the policies of today's educational system, teachers need to stand up for honesty and integrity, providing role models for students in their future careers. This book guides teachers towards developing ethical habits and a professional demeanor.
Contents
Chapter 1 Educational Integrity
Chapter 2 Standards of Professionalism
Chapter 3 Everyday Challenges To Educational Values
Chapter 4 Dealing with Conflicts of Interest
Chapter 5 Borderline Actions
Chapter 6 Difficulties in "Doing the Right Thing"
Chapter 7 Experiencing Accusations of Misconduct
Chapter 8 Decision Making for Individual Students
Chapter 9 Administering and Interpreting Test Results
Chapter 10 Integrity in Staff Interactions
Chapter 11 Working with Parents
Chapter 12 Behavior Management
Chapter 13 Maintaining Integrity in Life
Chapter 14 A Call to Action
Chapter 15 Conclusion
