Unit 7: Professional Boundaries and Teacher–Student Relationships
Conditions d’achèvement
Unit 7 explores the ethical dimensions of teacher–student relationships, emphasizing the importance of maintaining appropriate professional boundaries in both face-to-face and digital contexts. It examines the role of care in education, while addressing the risks of overstepping ethical lines through social media, informal communication, or dual relationships. The unit also considers how cultural norms influence expectations and interactions between teachers and students. Through reflective discussion and practical examples, students will learn to build respectful, ethically sound relationships that support learning while protecting professional integrity.
7. Reflective Activity
Scenario:
A student emails you late at night seeking emotional support about a personal
crisis. You are concerned but unsure how to respond. Questions
to reflect on: ·
What are the ethical boundaries in this
situation? ·
How can you show care without overstepping
professional roles? ·
What institutional support services can you
refer the student to?
