The influence of physical education teachers' demographic variables on compliance with the professional code of ethics and conduct in Tanzania

Physical Education (PE) teachers encounter situation of making ethical decisions while they inculcate into the learners the required values, skills and knowledge both in theory and practical lessons. Since physical education lessons involve close interactions between teachers and students, teachers...

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Published in:Journal of Physical Education and Sport 2014-12, Vol.14 (4), p.619
Main Author: Stephen, Mabagala
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Educational Environment
Educational Quality
Extracurricular activities
Physical Education
Physical education teachers
Professional development
Professional ethics
Students
Studies
Teaching
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Summary:Physical Education (PE) teachers encounter situation of making ethical decisions while they inculcate into the learners the required values, skills and knowledge both in theory and practical lessons. Since physical education lessons involve close interactions between teachers and students, teachers need to be guided by the Professional Code of ethics and conduct. However, compliance with professional code of ethics and conduct may vary depending on physical education teachers' demographic characteristics of age, education level, gender, marital status and teaching experience. This study investigated the influence of physical education teachers' demographic characteristics on compliance with professional code of ethics and conduct in Tanzania. Results revealed that PE teachers complied with professional code of ethics and conduct at high level, there were no significant differences in compliance levels among physical education teachers across age, gender, marital status and teaching experience. However, significant differences in compliance levels among physical education teachers were observed across their education levels.
ISSN:2247-8051
2247-806X
DOI:10.7752/jpes.2014.04096