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Authorities For the teaching profession in the U.S., there is no singular, unifying code. However, several similar codes have been drafted by such organizations as the Association of American Educators (AAE) and the National Education Association (NEA). Variations on ethical codes of conduct for teachers may also be adopted by specific state or county school boards. Read more: Ethical Code of Conduct in Teachers eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/facts_6767350_ethical-code-conduct-teachers.html#ixzz2RV9SQNBl
According to the National Education Association (NEA), the professional organization and labor union for U.S. teachers, all teachers must abide by a common code of ethics. This code of ethics is broken down into two guiding principles: commitment to the student and commitment to the profession. Though individual schools can expand on this code of ethics for their teachers, they cannot revise or delete these two principles. Consequently, the NEA's code of ethics is the basis for all professional ethics standards in U.S. schools. Read more: Professional Ethics Standards in Schools eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/info_8061520_professional-ethics-standards-schools.html#ixzz2RV8L46Fk
Basic Principles Principle one, "Commitment to the Student," outlines the expected behavior of teachers toward students. Principle two, "Commitment to the Profession," describes actions to be avoided lest they jeopardize the integrity of the teaching profession. Read more: Ethical Code of Conduct in Teachers eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/facts_6767350_ethical-code-conduct-teachers.html#ixzz2RV9i8cUo
Function According to Association of American Educators, the code of ethics is designed to help educators create a nurturing environment for students.It expects teachers to "exemplify the highest ethical standards" and to accept that "every child has a right to an uninterrupted education." Read more: Ethical Code of Conduct in Teachers eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/facts_6767350_ethical-code-conduct-teachers.html#ixzz2RV9bkKvi
Consequences For teachers, the penalties for ethics violations differ depending on the judgment of the authoritative body and the nature of the violation. Ethical misconduct can result in disciplinary action from the school board or governing body, or legal action if the misconduct is criminal in nature. Read more: Ethical Code of Conduct in Teachers | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/facts_6767350_ethical-code-conduct-teachers.html#ixzz2RV9soMye
A note about ethics in regards to cheating Honesty and Integrity You must set a good example for students by conducting yourself with honesty at all times. This means you should grade papers fairly,record all of your expenses accurately, and never use your position as an educator to manipulate others. Read more: 5 Ethical Behaviors for Teachers eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/info_10063743_5-ethical-behaviors-teachers.html#ixzz2RV6UhLyW
(C) Standard 3.3. The educator shall not intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly misrepresent facts regarding a student. (TEA)
(F) Standard 1.6. The educator shall not falsify records, or direct or coerce others to do so. (TEA)
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