Tracy Topolnitsky
Contact
Faculty of Education - Educational Policy Studies Dept
- tlbradle@ualberta.ca
Courses
EDPS 410 - Ethics and Law in Teaching
This course will examine the ethical and legal responsibilities of teachers. Among the topics addressed will be the following: punishment and child abuse; freedom of speech and academic freedom in schools; parents' rights and teachers' professional autonomy; issues of quality such as inclusive education and the problems of racism and sexism; fairness in assessment and evaluation; teachers' private lives and public obligations; indoctrination and the teaching of value. Prerequisite: EDFX 200. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.