TPS3704
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: AUGUST 2026
, TPS3704 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE AUGUST 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Identify and analyse three ethical or professional breaches evident in the
extract. For each, explain why it is ethically problematic in the context of teaching
practice.
Humiliating a learner through a general remark
The student teacher made a general remark that learners who fail to submit their work
"lack discipline and commitment." Although Lerato was not named directly, the teacher
noticed that several classmates laughed and looked in her direction, which clearly
embarrassed her. This is ethically problematic because it violates the SACE Code of
Professional Ethics, which states that an educator "avoids any form of humiliation, and
refrains from any form of abuse, physical or psychological". Even though the remark
was not directed at Lerato by name, the teacher knew it would be understood by the
class as referring to her. This caused psychological harm and humiliation, which is a
clear breach of professional ethics. Teachers have a duty to create a safe and
supportive learning environment where all learners feel respected and valued. And
Making this remark, the teacher failed in this duty and damaged the trust relationship
with the learner.
Breach of confidentiality and privacy
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: AUGUST 2026
, TPS3704 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE AUGUST 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Identify and analyse three ethical or professional breaches evident in the
extract. For each, explain why it is ethically problematic in the context of teaching
practice.
Humiliating a learner through a general remark
The student teacher made a general remark that learners who fail to submit their work
"lack discipline and commitment." Although Lerato was not named directly, the teacher
noticed that several classmates laughed and looked in her direction, which clearly
embarrassed her. This is ethically problematic because it violates the SACE Code of
Professional Ethics, which states that an educator "avoids any form of humiliation, and
refrains from any form of abuse, physical or psychological". Even though the remark
was not directed at Lerato by name, the teacher knew it would be understood by the
class as referring to her. This caused psychological harm and humiliation, which is a
clear breach of professional ethics. Teachers have a duty to create a safe and
supportive learning environment where all learners feel respected and valued. And
Making this remark, the teacher failed in this duty and damaged the trust relationship
with the learner.
Breach of confidentiality and privacy
