what are the senrieo that teacher should be frank with students or not
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Scenario - Electronic Communications with Students
Ms. K is a teacher who is very popular with her students. She frequently offers students extra help after school, so it’s not uncommon to see students visiting her classroom after school. She has tutored one of her students, Melissa, in a variety of subjects over a two year period. During that time, Ms. K has emailed and texted Melissa’s cell phone using her personal number and email address. At first, the exchanges were very general; sometimes unrelated to school work (e.g., asking Melissa about a sick family member, or how she was getting along with friends). Recently, the student began to text her teacher about more personal feelings.
Discussion Questions:
- What possible issues/concerns might this scenario raise?
- How could this situation become a violation of the law?
- In this situation, what are some potential negative consequences for the teacher, for the students and the school community?
- What responses/actions will result in a more positive outcome and/or what proactive measures?
RESPONSIBILITY TO THE STUDENT:
The professional teacher, in full recognition of his or her obligation to the student, shall: Remain steadfast in guaranteeing equal opportunity for quality education for all children, and not unlawfully discriminate.
RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PROFESSION:
The professional teacher, in full recognition of his or her obligation to the profession of teaching shall: Conduct himself or herself as a professional realizing that his or her actions reflect directly upon the status and substance of the profession.