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FLORIDA EDUCATION STANDARDS COMMISSION

FLORIDA EDUCATION STANDARDS COMMISSION. Professionalism Through Integrity. OBJECTIVES. The Code and Principles of Professional Conduct. OBJECTIVES. The Code and Principles of Professional Conduct

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FLORIDA EDUCATION STANDARDS COMMISSION

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  1. FLORIDAEDUCATIONSTANDARDSCOMMISSION Professionalism Through Integrity

  2. OBJECTIVES • The Code and Principles of Professional Conduct

  3. OBJECTIVES • The Code and Principles of Professional Conduct • Understand the three essential elements of the Code of Ethics of the education profession in Florida

  4. OBJECTIVES • The Code and Principles of Professional Conduct • Understand the three essential elements of the Code of Ethics of the education profession in Florida • Discuss obligations to the student, the public and the profession

  5. OBJECTIVES • The System and Structure

  6. OBJECTIVES • The System and Structure • Understand the different roles of the Education Standards Commission, the Professional Practices Services and the Education Practices Commission

  7. OBJECTIVES • The Process

  8. OBJECTIVES • The Process • Describe What to Expect

  9. OBJECTIVES • The Process • Describe What to Expect • Common Sense

  10. OBJECTIVES • The Process • Describe What to Expect • Common Sense • List appropriate steps to take: • during interactions with students • during record keeping and accounting while in the community

  11. OBJECTIVES • Guidelines

  12. OBJECTIVES • Guidelines • Understand the high moral standards to which educators are held

  13. OBJECTIVES • Guidelines • Understand the high moral standards to which educators are held • List activities that are not school-related that could lead to charges of ethical and conduct violations

  14. AGENCY DESCRIPTIONS • Education Standards Commission (ESC) • 24 educators and citizens • Defines standards for • teacher preparation programs • entry-level teachers • certification renewal

  15. AGENCY DESCRIPTIONS • Education Standards Commission (ESC) • 24 educators and citizens • Defines standards for • teacher preparation programs • entry-level teachers • certification renewal • Education Practices Commission (EPC) • 17 educators and citizens • Interprets and applies standards • Orders disciplinary actions regarding certificates

  16. AGENCY DESCRIPTIONS • Education Standards Commission (ESC) • 24 educators and citizens • Defines standards for • teacher preparation programs • entry-level teachers • certification renewal • Education Practices Commission (EPC) • 17 educators and citizens • Interprets and applies standards • Orders disciplinary actions regarding certificates • Professional Practices Services (PPS) • Investigates allegations of violations of the Principles and s. 1012.795, F.S. (formerly s. 231.2615, F.S.)

  17. Overview of The Code Of Ethics and The Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida

  18. As of September, 1998, 198,091 individuals held a State of Florida Educator’s Certificate. What is the percentage of educators with adjudicated cases for violations of the Principles of Professional Conduct and other sections of Florida Law during the 1998-99 Fiscal Year? • 20 % • 2 % • 1 % • .2 %

  19. As of September, 1998, 198,091 individuals held a State of Florida Educator’s Certificate. What is the percentage of educators with adjudicated cases for violations of the Principles of Professional Conduct and other sections of Florida Law during the 1998-99 Fiscal Year? • 20 % • 2 % • 1 % • .2 %

  20. It is generally held acceptable for a teacher to date their students • if the student is 18 years old or older. • if the student’s parent(s) consent in writing. • after the student graduates from the school system.

  21. It is generally held acceptable for a teacher to date their students • if the student is 18 years old or older. • if the student’s parent(s) consent in writing. • after the student graduates from the school system.

  22. 3. If you are found to be deficient in your education duties, the district must initiate which of the following: • Provide written Notice to you that deficiencies exist. • The Notice must provide a thorough Explanation which describes your unsatisfactory performance. • Provide Assistance to help you correct the deficiencies. • d. Provide Time (90 calendar days from the receipt of the Notice) to correct all deficiencies noted. • All of the above. • You (the educator) may hope for the district to provide any of the above, but you had best rely on yourself to figure out what your deficiencies are and “fix” them fast.

  23. 3. If you are found to be deficient in your education duties, the district must initiate which of the following: • Provide written Notice to you that deficiencies exist. • The Notice must provide a thorough Explanation which describes your unsatisfactory performance. • Provide Assistance to help you correct the deficiencies. • d. Provide Time (90 calendar days from the receipt of the Notice) to correct all deficiencies noted. • All of the above. • You (the educator) may hope for the district to provide any of the above, but you had best rely on yourself to figure out what your deficiencies are and “fix” them fast.

  24. Violations of The Principles of Professional Conduct and other sections of Florida Law shall subject the individual’s Educator’s Certificate to revocation or suspension or other penalties as provided by law. • True • False • Maybe

  25. Violations of The Principles of Professional Conduct and other sections of Florida Law shall subject the individual’s Educator’s Certificate to revocation or suspension or other penalties as provided by law. • True • False • Maybe

  26. Educators can be held liable for • administering corporal punishment in accordance with state law. • use of excessive force. • maintaining order in the classroom.

  27. Educators can be held liable for • administering corporal punishment in accordance with state law. • use of excessive force. • maintaining order in the classroom.

  28. Which standard of proof is used by the Department of Education in taking action against an Educator’s Certification? • Criminal • Civil • Administrative • No standard of proof is required.

  29. Which standard of proof is used by the Department of Education in taking action against an Educator’s Certification? • Criminal • Civil • Administrative • No standard of proof is required.

  30. According to The Principles of Professional Conduct, it is generally held acceptable for educators to drink socially with their students • If the student is still in the K - 12 school system but over 21 years old. • If the drinking does not take place on school grounds. • If the student is 21 years old or older and not in the K - 12 school system. • None of the above.

  31. According to The Principles of Professional Conduct, it is generally held acceptable for educators to drink socially with their students • If the student is still in the K - 12 school system but over 21 years old. • If the drinking does not take place on school grounds. • If the student is 21 years old or older and not in the K - 12 school system. • None of the above.

  32. Unethical and/or illegal conduct by educators in their private lives • is grounds for disciplinary action (which may include action against the certificate). • may lead to disciplinary action only if the nature of the misconduct impairs the • educator’s effectiveness or trustworthiness in the classroom. • is a private matter and not subject to disciplinary action.

  33. Unethical and/or illegal conduct by educators in their private lives • is grounds for disciplinary action (which may include action against the certificate). • may lead to disciplinary action only if the nature of the misconduct impairs the • educator’s effectiveness or trustworthiness in the classroom. • is a private matter and not subject to disciplinary action.

  34. Educators are explicitly forbidden from discriminating against • students based upon their sexual orientation. • students based upon their handicapping condition. • students based upon their age. • all of the above. • some of the above.

  35. Educators are explicitly forbidden from discriminating against • students based upon their sexual orientation. • students based upon their handicapping condition. • students based upon their age. • all of the above. • some of the above.

  36. 10. The Principles of Professional Conduct stipulate that if an educator is arrested for or charged with child abuse or the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance, the educator shall • keep the information to him or herself so as to protect the integrity of the education profession’s reputation. • shall self-report the arrest to appropriate district authorities within 48 hours. • shall self-report to the Office of Professional Practices Services within 48 hours. • resign immediately.

  37. 10. The Principles of Professional Conduct stipulate that if an educator is arrested for or charged with child abuse or the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance, the educator shall • keep the information to him or herself so as to protect the integrity of the education profession’s reputation. • shall self-report the arrest to appropriate district authorities within 48 hours. • shall self-report to the Office of Professional Practices Services within 48 hours. • resign immediately.

  38. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida.

  39. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. • The educator values:

  40. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. • The educator values: • the worth and dignity of every person

  41. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. • The educator values: • the worth and dignity of every person • the pursuit of truth

  42. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. • The educator values: • the worth and dignity of every person • the pursuit of truth • devotion to excellence

  43. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. • The educator values: • the worth and dignity of every person • the pursuit of truth • devotion to excellence • acquisition of knowledge

  44. CODE OF ETHICS • 6B-1.001, FAC., The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. • The educator values: • the worth and dignity of every person • the pursuit of truth • devotion to excellence • acquisition of knowledge • the nurture of democratic citizenship

  45. The educator’s primary professional concern will always be for the student and the development of the student’s potential.

  46. The educator’s primary professional concern will always be for the student and the development of the student’s potential. • The educator strives to achieve and sustain the highest degree of ethical conduct.

  47. PRINCIPLES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT • 6B-1.006, FAC., The Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida

  48. PRINCIPLES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT • 6B-1.006, FAC., The Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida • Obligations to • The Student • The Public • The Profession

  49. Obligation to the Student The educator will: • commit to academic openness, fairness, honesty, and objectivity to students and the learning material • avoid harassment, embarrassment or discrimination against students

  50. Obligation to the Public The educator will: • distinguish between personal views and the views of the educational institution with which the educator is affiliated • refuse to accept gifts or favors which will influence professional judgment • avoid using professional position for personal gain or advantage

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