School Of EducationEthics in EducationWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 101114.1
Discipline: TEACHER EDUCATION: EARLY CHILDHOOD
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 2
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
100318 - Professional, Ethical and Legal Issues in Early Childhood
About this Unit
Professionals working with children, young people and families must base all action on sound legal and ethical foundations. Students are introduced to concepts of professions and professionalism and oriented to the professional and ethical aspects of teaching, particularly in New South Wales. Students need to be aware of, and develop reflective understandings in concepts of morals and ethics, accountability, professionalism, ethical responses, ethical communication and dilemma resolution. The role of laws, codes and guidelines is outlined and specific national and state legislation, policies, codes and guidelines are introduced, in particular regulations pertaining to mandatory reporting of child abuse, occupational health and safety. Contemporary and global approaches to ethics and critiques of traditional western approaches are introduced.
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