Values and ethics in the teaching profession

ABSTRACT

The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a crisis that has had not only far-reaching consequences on our health and economy but also on education systems around the world. It has prompted educational institutions to take measures to continue to teach and support students at a distance, as well as to prepare for the long-term impact of the crisis on teaching. As institutions continue to create and implement solutions for distance learning, new ethical issues and challenges arise as major points of consideration. Building ethical frameworks to facilitate learning systems that support both students and educators is becoming a top priority around the world. As we move through the COVID-19 crisis, the values and professional competences of teachers must be critically examined. Serious ethical dilemmas face educational institutions now and in the future. A successful response and adaptation to the ongoing crisis with a focus on ethical concerns will result in institutions of learning that are more robust and resilient, and that will continue to effectively educate future generations of students. This chapter focuses on values and professional competence, the education system during the pandemic, and new ethical challenges after the pandemic. © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2021. All rights reserved.