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.
3. Ethical Mentoring and Collegial Relationships
Mentorship
in teaching is more than skill-sharing—it involves: ·
Respecting professional
autonomy. ·
Avoiding hierarchical or paternalistic
relationships. ·
Creating a safe space for honest dialogue. Ethical collegiality includes: ·
Supporting peers during conflict or
institutional pressure. ·
Addressing misconduct with professionalism and
empathy. ·
Practicing confidentiality and respect in staff
interactions. 👥 Discussion: How would
you ethically support a colleague facing burnout or ethical distress?
