Ethical Dilemmas of Teachers on Using Social Media
You will be expected to critically analyse an ethical dilemma in your chosen profession. Remember when it comes to ethics, we are looking for you to analyse how professionals are often confronted with situations where there are paradoxes (doubts and contradictions) as well as rapid change which can affect their decision-making processes. You will discuss how professionals need to rely on good ethical criteria and adapt to consider the needs of the individual (and family).
You will then look at the role of reflective practice and how it can help professionals to develop experience, make sense of unknown situations and develop personal and professional resilience. You will be expected to synthesise models/theories of reflective practice into your discussion
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THE ETHICAL DILEMMAS OF TEACHERS ON USING SOCIAL MEDIA
In recent times, there has been a substantial shift in the professional development landscape for teachers, primarily fueled by the emergence of online technologies that enable them to engage in self-directed and readily accessible learning experiences. Educators are actively adopting digital platforms, encompassing web applications, educational software, and social media, to pursue their continuous professional development proactively. Social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Google Plus, offer educators a flexible and cost-effective means to access education-focused resources, collaborate with peers, and curate content tailored to their preferences. This shift from traditional, institution-driven professional development to self-directed and collaborative learning has revolutionized how teachers engage with their development and resources (Prestridge, 2019). Despite the advantages of social media, educators continue to have ethical dilemmas regarding its use. In this paper, we shall delve into the ethical dilemmas and the role of reflective practice in using social media platforms.
The following are the ethical dilemmas faced by educators:
PRIVACY AND SECURITY CONCERNS
Teachers frequently hold reservations regarding safeguarding personal and student data when using social media platforms, encompassing worries about potential data breaches, instances of cyberbullying, and inappropriate online behavior (Van Den Beemt et al., 2020).
AMBIGUITY SURROUNDING PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL BOUNDARIES
Navigating the distinction between personal and professional use of social media can present a moral quandary for teachers. They may be confronted with ethical dilemmas concerning the content they share on their profiles and how they interact with students within the realm of social media (Van Den Beemt et al., 2020)
ETHICAL UTILIZATION OF STUDENT DATA
Instructors must navigate ethical
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