Write An Essay On Ethical Dilemmas

#4 A teacher overheard a discussion between two students who are debating “what to do” about a given situation. Be it a social issue, an emotional issue, an academic issue, or any other situation, the teacher feels the need to step in and offer advice and input. They take the opportunity to discuss the issue and to mentor/advise the students on what an appropriate course of action may be for the given situation. Often teachers overhear conversations and take the opportunity to step in and assist the students as it creates a perfect learning opportunity with real-life applications.

#5 A student seeks out their teacher after class to ask their advice. Again, it could either be something related to school, home, an issue with their peer group, or any number of topics. Whatever the case, the student reached out to the teacher to ask for advice. The teacher has an opportunity to discuss the situation with the student and offer wisdom and insight, helping the student figure out what the most appropriate response would be. The teacher can help the student to figure out a mature and reasonable reaction to whatever is going on with them and can help the student built character. This is a situation where a teacher becomes a mentor as well, helping students not only …show more content…
It could be something like name-calling or something like physical violence. The teacher steps in, stopping the inappropriate behavior and redirecting the class, opening up a discussion about the consequences of bullying both physically and emotionally and explaining how students are expected to treat each other with respect and compassion. The teacher may also pull aside either the bullied or the bullies and have a one-on-one conversation or even a small group conversation about character, behavior, and action/consequence. This is an opportunity for a teacher to be a counselor and to help the students learn to behave kindly and