Presentation on Code of Ethics for Teachers

By Prof. Vidushi Sharma on 7th July, 2011

The academic ethos and teaching profession have come a long way since the time when there were no universities but only learned men seeking reliable and fundamental knowledge. We have examined earlier that societies have changed and with them universities have changed too. The obligations of the teachers in the form of discovery, acquisition and dissemination of knowledge have not changed but the conditions in which they are to be brought into action have changed.

Even as the Centre plans to introduce a “code of conduct” for universities to become effective and transparent, a leading academic has highlighted several loopholes in the system that needs to be plugged to improve quality of education and research.

Principles of Ethical College and University Teaching
1.    Content Competence
2.    Student Development
3.    Avoid Dual Relationships with Students
4.    Confidentiality
5.    Respect for Colleagues
6.    Valid Assessment of Students – Transparency of the system
7.    Respect for Institution

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