Unit 7: The Ethical Colleague
Essential Questions
In this unit, we will focus on the following questions:
- According to the Code of Professional Practice and Conduct, what are the professional expectations of teachers with regard to their relationships with colleagues?
- How can a teacher foster positive, professional relationships with colleagues?
- What are some of the potential consequences for unprofessional interactions with colleagues?
- Should a teacher have a mandatory duty to report misconduct? When and why should a teacher report a colleague for potential unethical behavior or misconduct?