BPT1501
EXAM PORTFOLIO
DUE DATE: 4 JUNE 2025
,BPT 1501 FIRST SEMESTER-2025
ASSESSMENT 7: PORTFOLIO
DUE: 4 JUNE 2025
QUESTION 1: The Teacher as a Professional
Examine the scenario below and respond to the subsequent questions.
Ms. Dladla is in her fifth year of teaching at Riverside High. During a particularly
challenging week, she demonstrated both commendable and questionable conduct in
various situations.
A student's late arrival to class disrupted the lesson on Monday morning. Ms. Dladla
discreetly gave the tardy student the worksheet and quietly explained the
instructions, avoiding any public attention to their lateness. Following class, she had
a …………
ANSWER
1.1 In your own words, briefly define "professional educator" in an
educational context.
(Chapter 2 the teacher as a caring professional)
A professional educator is a trained teacher who is dedicated to doing their job well.
They treat learners with care, respect, and fairness. They follow rules about right and
wrong, keep personal information private, and always try to improve how they teach.
A professional educator helps learners grow, works well with others, and follows the
rules and guidelines set by the South African Council for Educators (SACE).
1.2.1 Three occasions when Ms. Dladla demonstrated professionalism
a) Handling a late student with discretion and care (Monday)
Ms. Dladla chose not to draw public attention to the late student. Instead, she quietly
provided the worksheet and explained the task. After class, she spoke privately to
understand the root cause of the lateness.
, This is professional
She showed respect, empathy, and discretion
Key traits of a professional educator. According to the SACE Code of Professional
Ethics, teachers must avoid actions that humiliate learners and should show respect
for their dignity.
b) Responding calmly to an aggressive parent (Wednesday)
When a parent reacted harshly about their child’s grade, Ms. Dladla stayed
composed. She explained the grading system and worked with the parent to develop
a plan for improvement.
This is professional
This reflects professional communication and conflict resolution. She maintained
calm under pressure, as required by the SACE code, and built trust with
stakeholders.
c) Supporting an anxious learner before a presentation (Friday)
Ms. Dladla noticed the student was stressed and responded with calm, offering
coping mechanisms and flexibility in presentation timing.
This is professional
This reflects a caring attitude and learner-centred approach. According to SACE,
teachers should support learners’ well-being and development, especially during
emotional distress.
1.2.2 Three examples of unprofessional behaviour and disciplinary
implications
a) Yelling and slamming a book during a test (Monday afternoon)
Ms. Dladla reacted angrily by shouting and slamming a book when students talked
during a test.
This is unprofessional
EXAM PORTFOLIO
DUE DATE: 4 JUNE 2025
,BPT 1501 FIRST SEMESTER-2025
ASSESSMENT 7: PORTFOLIO
DUE: 4 JUNE 2025
QUESTION 1: The Teacher as a Professional
Examine the scenario below and respond to the subsequent questions.
Ms. Dladla is in her fifth year of teaching at Riverside High. During a particularly
challenging week, she demonstrated both commendable and questionable conduct in
various situations.
A student's late arrival to class disrupted the lesson on Monday morning. Ms. Dladla
discreetly gave the tardy student the worksheet and quietly explained the
instructions, avoiding any public attention to their lateness. Following class, she had
a …………
ANSWER
1.1 In your own words, briefly define "professional educator" in an
educational context.
(Chapter 2 the teacher as a caring professional)
A professional educator is a trained teacher who is dedicated to doing their job well.
They treat learners with care, respect, and fairness. They follow rules about right and
wrong, keep personal information private, and always try to improve how they teach.
A professional educator helps learners grow, works well with others, and follows the
rules and guidelines set by the South African Council for Educators (SACE).
1.2.1 Three occasions when Ms. Dladla demonstrated professionalism
a) Handling a late student with discretion and care (Monday)
Ms. Dladla chose not to draw public attention to the late student. Instead, she quietly
provided the worksheet and explained the task. After class, she spoke privately to
understand the root cause of the lateness.
, This is professional
She showed respect, empathy, and discretion
Key traits of a professional educator. According to the SACE Code of Professional
Ethics, teachers must avoid actions that humiliate learners and should show respect
for their dignity.
b) Responding calmly to an aggressive parent (Wednesday)
When a parent reacted harshly about their child’s grade, Ms. Dladla stayed
composed. She explained the grading system and worked with the parent to develop
a plan for improvement.
This is professional
This reflects professional communication and conflict resolution. She maintained
calm under pressure, as required by the SACE code, and built trust with
stakeholders.
c) Supporting an anxious learner before a presentation (Friday)
Ms. Dladla noticed the student was stressed and responded with calm, offering
coping mechanisms and flexibility in presentation timing.
This is professional
This reflects a caring attitude and learner-centred approach. According to SACE,
teachers should support learners’ well-being and development, especially during
emotional distress.
1.2.2 Three examples of unprofessional behaviour and disciplinary
implications
a) Yelling and slamming a book during a test (Monday afternoon)
Ms. Dladla reacted angrily by shouting and slamming a book when students talked
during a test.
This is unprofessional
