Answer to Question #221691 in Sociology for Ziyanda

Question

 Discuss human dignity [section 10 in the Bill of Rights] in the classroom as this provision recognises the right of people to be treated with respect and dignity. (5) 

Answer 1

Human dignity is an important part in informing and shaping our schools, and school discipline in particular. Dignity is "an acknowledgement of the intrinsic worth of human beings" and, therefore, that all "human beings are entitled to be treated as worthy of respect and concern". In addition, everyone is entitled to equal dignity and respects regardless of membership to a particular group. Everyone has inherent dignity and an inherent, priceless worth. Everyone should therefore be treated as an end, and never as a means to an end. This implies that people should never be objectified or discriminated against.

Students in the classroom should be treated with high level of respect and dignity in these ways;

1. treat each other with dignity and respect.
2. listen to each others' points of view, recognizing that there may be disagreement.
3. keep discussion and comments on the topic, and off the people.
4. do not use inflammatory or offensive language, sarcasm, or raised voices.