ProfEd: Professional Ethics (Elem) Practice Questions — Set 2

Question 1

What is the primary document that outlines the ethical standards for teachers in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers

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Magna Carta for Public School Teachers

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The Philippine Constitution

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The Family Code

Question 2

According to the Code of Ethics, what is the teacher's primary responsibility?

Accepted Answer

The learner

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The community

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The parents

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The school principal

Question 3

Is a teacher allowed to accept gifts from students or parents in exchange for better grades?

Accepted Answer

No, this is strictly prohibited.

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Yes, as long as the gift is small.

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Only during Christmas or birthdays.

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Yes, if the student really deserves the grade.

Question 4

What should a teacher do if they discover a colleague is engaging in unprofessional conduct?

Accepted Answer

Report the matter to the proper authorities through the correct channels.

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Ignore it to maintain a good relationship with the colleague.

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Post about it on social media anonymously.

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Spread rumors about the colleague to warn others.

Question 5

A teacher is a facilitator of learning and of the development of the youth. This means the teacher should:

Accepted Answer

Provide favorable conditions for learning and growth.

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Only focus on finishing the textbook.

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Be the only source of information in the classroom.

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Make the students memorize all facts.

Question 6

Can a professional teacher engage in business or commerce?

Accepted Answer

Yes, provided it does not affect their professional efficiency.

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Only if they sell school supplies to their own students.

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Yes, but only during school hours.

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No, teachers are forbidden from having any business.

Question 7

What is 'CPD' in the context of professional development for teachers?

Accepted Answer

Continuing Professional Development

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Classroom Performance Data

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Certified Program for Decisions

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Community Partnership Department

Question 8

When a teacher takes a stand on a political issue, they should:

Accepted Answer

Exercise their right to vote and express themselves without using their position to influence students.

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Not have any political opinion at all.

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Campaign for a candidate inside the classroom.

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Force their students to agree with their political views.

Question 9

What is the status of the 'license' of a teacher who violates the Code of Ethics?

Accepted Answer

It can be revoked or suspended by the PRC.

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It remains valid as long as they pay the fees.

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Teachers don't actually need a license to teach.

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It is automatically renewed every year.

Question 10

A teacher should always maintain a professional relationship with students. This implies:

Accepted Answer

Avoiding any conduct that could be perceived as inappropriate or biased.

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Dating students who are of legal age.

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Ignoring students' personal problems completely.

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Being best friends with students on social media.