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Webster, Dustin – Educational Theory, 2021
In this essay Dustin Webster argues that it is not the teaching of academics, but instead contributing to the ethical development of students that allows teachers to flourish in their roles. Engaging in what he calls "ethics education" provides intrinsic value that serves a teacher's flourishing as well as adding instrumental value in…
Descriptors: Ethics, Teaching Methods, Ethical Instruction, Moral Development
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Heslep, Robert D. – Educational Theory, 1983
H. Michael Sokolow's position on whether or not educational institutions should be regarded as morally responsible (in reference to various important contemporary problems) is critiqued, and an alternative view of educational institutions' moral responsibility is offered. (Author/CJ)
Descriptors: Educational Responsibility, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethical Instruction, Moral Development
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Lisman, C. David – Educational Theory, 1991
This review examines education's moral mission (self-governance and community building) and the teaching profession (teacher as moral examplar and accountability). Teaching encompasses more than ethics in academic subjects; teachers must help students develop capacities of self-direction and recognize the importance of working for the common good.…
Descriptors: Accountability, Codes of Ethics, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education