EDU 301 Wk 4 – Signature Assignment: Philosophies, Ethics, and Standards in Education Presentation

As a new teacher, you will definitely be asked to share your philosophy of education. There are many philosophical orientations to teaching and understanding the value of a philosophy of education will enhance your professionalism in a huge way. In addition, a teacher’s practice is guided by knowledge of the legal and ethical responsibilities that teachers have and the professional standards that have been developed to further guide practice.

This 2-part assignment combines the important information that teachers need to know into a presentation that a new teacher can save and provides an opportunity for reflection regarding teaching in today’s diverse classroom. Complete Parts 1 and 2 below.

Part 1: Philosophies, Ethics, and Standards Presentation

Create an 8- to 10-slide presentation, with detailed speaker notes, that addresses the following:

• 5 modern philosophical orientations to teaching
• Define and describe each orientations belief about students, teaching and learning, and knowledge.
• Psychological orientations
• Define and describe each orientations influence on teaching practice.
• Professional Code of Ethics
• Identify a Professional Code of Ethics and Professional Standards for teachers.
• Explain why a code of ethics for teachers is necessary.
• Describe the professional responsibilities of a teacher and which to focus on to be effective.
• Curriculum and Standards
• Describe how school curriculum is developed and what influences the process.
• Explain the role of standards in today’s classrooms.
• Legal rights and responsibilities as a teacher
• Explain the legal rights of teachers
• Explain the legal responsibilities of teachers
• Legal rights of students and parents
• Explain the legal rights of students and parents

Include the following elements in your presentation:

• Title/Introduction slide
• Slide style that complements content
• Minimum of 4 functional components (e.g., audio clip, visual graphic, or link)

Part 2: Today’s Diverse Classroom Reflection

Write a 1-page reflection about teaching in today’s diverse classrooms that answers the following questions:

• What do you anticipate will be the most challenging aspect of teaching in a diverse classroom? What strategies might you use to meet that challenge?
• How will you keep your own bias’s and personal beliefs from negatively influencing your teaching practice?
• Who might you consult for help with handling any challenges that develop when teaching a diverse student population?

Submit your assignment.