Name of code
Teacher's Professional Ethics [Õpetaja kutse-eetika]
Originator of code
Union of Educators
Country
Estonia
Original language
Estonian
Year of creation
N/A
Type of code
Public institutions
Main frame of accountability
Professional
Transparency
Public
Legal and regulatory context
Non-mandatory
Implementation and enforcement
Voluntary
Diversity
Yes
AI/automation
No
The Estonian Union of Educators’ description of “Teachers’ Professional Ethics” contains underlying values such as human dignity, honesty, justice and freedom, as well as principles for teachers’ conduct towards pupils, colleagues and society. The document also emphasises the importance of teachers’ personal development and responsible attitude towards work. The code is being updated from 2024.
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