Order in the Classroom
Which legal body supports the teaching profession at publicly funded schools in Ontario?
Ontario teachers federation (OTF)
What is the principals role?
The principal is responsible for the organization and management of the school and the instruction and discipline of students.
What is Loco Parentis?
As guardians, teachers are expected by the court to act in loco parentis (in place of the parent).
What year did the government of Ontario pass the Ontario College of Teachers Act, which established the Ontario College of Teachers?
1996
The Duties of the Minister of Education are outlined under the......?
Education Act
What does primum non nocere mean and what oath is it identified with that is taken by medical doctors?
Primum non nocere or "Above all, do no harm," is identified with the Hippocratic oath taken by medical doctors.
The ___________ lists the civil rights and freedoms of all Canadians, is a living document that is interpreted in response to important issues that arise on diverse and changing society.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
What is the primary function of the OCT that would impact a teachers' day-to-day professional status?
A. Negotiating salary scales
B. Issuing teacher certifications
C. Providing legal representation for teachers
D. Designing and publishing curriculum
Issuing teacher certifications (and maintaining the register of teachers).
Define Fiduciary Duty
The legal term based in common law describs the relationship of trust, power, and vulnerability that exists between two people.
Ontario Teachers Federation now consists of what four affiliates?
AEFO, ETFO, OECTA, and OSSTF
Duty to teach learning.
Duty to teach religion and morals.
Duty to teach co-operation.
OR, duty to teach discipline.
What is ethical judgement?
The ability to make sound decisions when addressing dilemmas of practice. There is often no ideal solution.
The Foundations of Professional Practice (2006), outlines what principles? And where can the entire document be found?
Principles of ethical behaviour, professional practice, and ongoing learning for the teaching profession in Ontario. The entire document can be found at the Ontario College of Teachers' website www.oct.on.ca
If you believe that your professional judgement is being questions by the employer or you are unsure of whether or not a situation falls under the purview of professional judgement, who should a teacher contact?
What are the sequential steps of the ethical framework that educators use to help guide them in their decision making?
1. identify an ethical issue
2. assess and explore
3 act
4. reflect