FGSR - Ethics in Teaching 2019
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School
University of Alberta *
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Course
GTL1
Subject
Philosophy
Date
Jan 9, 2024
Type
Pages
14
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Bryan Hogeveen
Vice Dean (FGSR)
&
Chris Hackett
Student Conduct Officer, Student Services-Student Conduct & Accountability
Objectives
Identify and discuss ways that people may interpret situations and how, as teachers, you may want to handle these situations (based on Ethical Principles)
Build strategies to help resolve potential conflicts regarding instructor-student relationships
Identify resources to assist you in working through situations that may arise
Ice Breaker
Talk with the person sitting next to you about your answer to the following questions:
What are ethics in teaching?
Why do ethics matter in teaching?
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Ethics in a university classroom
Academic ethics
Workplace ethics
Instructors need to be aware of all of their responsibilities, know when and when not to use their discretion, and when to consult with or refer a matter to others.
Academic ethics
Expectations for both students and instructors have to have in terms of the content of the course
Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) and various University policies on grading, academic integrity, etc.
Disciplinary expectations, including professional codes of ethics
Ethical Principles in University of Teaching
Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE)
https://www.stlhe.ca/awards/3m-national-teaching-
fellowships/initiatives/ethical-principles-in-university-
teaching/
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STLHE Principles
Principle 1: Content Competence
Principle 2: Pedagogical Competence
Principle 3: Dealing With Sensitive Topics
Principle 4: Student Development
Principle 5: Dual Relationships With Students
Principle 6: Confidentiality
Principle 7: Respect for Colleagues
Principle 8: Valid Assessment of Students
Principle 9: Respect for Institution
https://www.stlhe.ca/awards/3m-national-teaching-fellowships/initiatives/ethical-principles-in-university-teaching/
Workplace ethics
Expectations established by law and University policy that determine every member of the community has a right to a safe workplace in which they have the opportunity for full participation.
Some examples: Discrimination, Harassment and Duty to Accommodate Policy, Sexual Violence Policy, Code of Student Behaviour, Ethical Conduct Policy
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Sources of support and authority
Academic ethics
Instructor in the course (primary responsibility)
Department
Faculty
Sources of support and authority
Workplace ethics
Instructor in the course
Department
Dean of Students Office
Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
Office of Safe Disclosure and Human Rights
Human Resource Services
Helping Individuals at Risk
Accessibility Resources
Sexual Assault Centre
University of Alberta Protective Services
Student Conduct and Accountability
Cases (Videos)
Purpose
Reflect on different scenarios you may experience
Discuss your thoughts with others in this cohort
Identify potential resources you may need
Process
Watch videos
Discuss prompt questions in small groups (neighbours)
Group sharing of thoughts, comments, and questions
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Prompt Questions
What is the underlying problem in the video?
What problems, if any, do you see with the position taken by the student? By the instructor?
What’s the role of the instructor in this situation? Should they address the issue or refer it to another responsible authority?
What actions could have prevented this problem?
What additional information would you need to come up with an appropriate resolution?
What might be an appropriate resolution?
Suggested Videos
University of Victoria’s Critical Incidents Series
Section II: Close Encounters of the Academic Kind
#4 Harassment and Cultural Differences (~2:10 mins)
#9 Proof Perfect (~3:10 mins)
#3 Voices of Women (~2:43 mins)
#7 Trust and Fairness (~2:44 mins)
#8 Group Assignment (~3:24 mins)
#6 Academic Standards (~2:56 mins)
#1 Missing Paper (~1:44 mins)
#5 Diversity and Expecations (~2:30 mins)
https://www.uvic.ca/learningandteaching/faculty/resources/instructional/criticalincidents/index.php