Answer to Question #224517 in English for Bonolo

Question

In their teaching profession,it is essential for teachers to have a thorough understanding of ethics and human right.

Provide an argument that supports the view expressed above.

Answer 1

The code of ethics for teachers is designed to protect the rights of the students, all the students. It is important that teachers understand that when they get a teaching position they are agreeing to follow the code of ethics. Teachers are expected to be fair to all their students and not to take advantage of their position in any way or even show favourism to some of their students while discriminating against others. For example, you can't accept expensive gifts from students because it might appear to bias you. You can't push your personal beliefs on students because they are a "captive audience". You need to have a professional relationship with all students and not let it get too casual and familiar. Apparently, there is quite a bit of abuse that is happening in the school. You need to protect your students' safety and not believe that this is someone else's job. The main thing is not to abuse the power that your position, over your students, might give you. Think through the implications of what happens. Also, our country separates "church and state". Whether you agree with this or not, as a teacher you need to respect this and keep religious bias out of the classroom.Teachers should always show compassion to their student