Unit 12: Professional Development and Ethical Growth
Conditions d’achèvement
Unit 12 focuses on the ethical dimensions of professional development and the ongoing growth of educators throughout their careers. It highlights self-reflection as a core ethical practice that allows teachers to evaluate their actions and align them with professional values. The unit explores the responsibilities involved in mentoring, building collegial relationships, and participating in professional learning communities that support ethical discourse. Emphasizing the moral imperative of lifelong learning, it encourages educators to commit to continuous improvement and ethical decision-making as essential elements of responsible teaching.
2. Self-Reflection as an Ethical Practice
Reflective teaching involves: ·
Critically examining one’s own beliefs, values,
and actions. ·
Identifying biases and
assumptions. ·
Recognizing areas for personal and professional
growth. 🧠 Why it matters: Ethical educators
strive to align their classroom practices with their moral convictions.
Reflection serves as a moral compass. 📝 Activity: Keep a
weekly journal of moments where ethical dilemmas emerged in your teaching
practice.
