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Grade 11: Professionalism and Ethics

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You are required to know the following:

Define ethical and professional behaviour.

Differentiate/Distinguish/Tabulate the differences between professionalism and ethics.

Outline /Mention/Explain the principles of professionalism and ethics.

Differentiate/Distinguish between good and bad decisions and give practical examples of each

Briefly explain the following theories of ethics that are applicable to the workplace:

Consequential theory, the common good approach, the rights approach,  define ethical and professional behaviour., differentiate/tabulate/distinguish the differences between professionalism and ethics., outline/mention/explain the principles of professionalism and ethics., competency -  employees apply their knowledge and skills in the interests of society and the environment., integrity - employees work with integrity, honesty and according to the law and generally-accepted norms of professional conduct., respect - employees respect the dignity and rights of others and the image of the profession or business., objectivity - employees remain objective and act in a way that is fair and just to all without any bias or favour., confidentiality - employees do not divulge any details of the business or clients to others or use confidential information for their own benefit., transparency - pay heed to transparency and full disclosure., avoid self-interest - avoid conflict of interest., commitment - employees respect the dignity and rights of others and the image of the profession or business., caring - practise social responsibility., environment-responsibility - look after the environment., briefly explain the following theories of ethics that are applicable to the workplace..

Code of Ethics Fundamental Principles - Professional Behaviour - YouTube

Differentiate/Distinguish between GOOD and BAD DECISIONS and give PRACTICAL EXAMPLES of each.

Good Choice, Bad Decision - YouTube

Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

Quote four examples of ethical business practices from the scenario above., explain the meaning of code of ethics., define professionalism., describe what is meant by perspectives on ethics., discuss different perspectives on ethics., recommend ways in which professional, responsible, ethical and effective business practice should be conducted., why are business ethics becoming more important to businesses today, differentiate between good and bad decisions and give practical examples of each., name five principles of good business ethics and professionalism that you think you would apply in a business that develops housing., what is the main aim of most businesses, and how does this cause problems for business ethics.

Keep in mind that ethical entrepreneur pursue ethical business ventures in return:

• They build a good reputation,
• This helps them create loyal customers,
• Keep staff morale high,
• And boost investor confidence.

Professionalism in the Workplace - YouTube

This lesson covered the Gr 11 content as stipulated in the Gr 11 Examination Guidelines. Understanding the content should enable you to apply the knowledge and skills required to successfully answers questions based on the curriculum in all Formal Assessment Tasks. You should be able to use the knowledge and skills acquired as a sound foundation for a similar topic covered in Grade 12.

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Caps bs 11 term 2 week 6 professionalism and ethics, topic – professionalism and ethics.

• The theories and principles of professionalism and ethics; explore how they relate to the business environment • Application of the principles and skills of professional, responsible, ethical and effective business practice –The definitions of and differences between professionalism and ethics –The theories and principles of professionalism and ethics; explore how they relate to the business environment –The difference between good and bad decisions –The principles and skills of professional, responsible, ethical and effective business practice The concept of ethics and different perspectives on ethics, as well as ethical business ventures

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Collaboration, information literacy, writing process, professionalism & work ethic.

• Understand the importance of professionalism and work ethic to success in professional contexts.
• Learn to work and compose smarter.

Professionalism and Work Ethic refers to a cluster of traits that people use to describe a person’s character and behavior.

• a cluster of competencies that experts possess. For instance, a mathematician can work with mathematical formulae to solve real-world problems while a tennis pro can hit the ball from anywhere on the court.
• a cluster of general competencies needed to achieve in the workforce. The Department of Labor defines Professionalism as “conducting oneself with responsibility, integrity, accountability, and excellence. It means communicating effectively and appropriately and always finding a way to be productive.”
• a moral code or code of ethics. These codes may include explicit rules of conduct codified by a community or professional society. For instance, the American Medical Association or the American Bar Association have ethical codes that doctors and lawyers are expected to follow when working with clients.
• Work Ethic refers to a person’s commitment to self-discipline and commitment to the daily grind. Examples of Work Ethic traits are attributes like showing up for work, being punctual, meeting deadlines, focusing on the process while also being aware of the end goal (winning a sports championship, getting a client’s business, evolving as a person).

Professionalism and Work Ethic are obviously tied to success in the workplace. They also play leading roles in our personal lives and sports. In the psychological literature, Professionalism and Work Ethic are associated with the personality construct called Conscientiousness , a cluster of traits related to competence, order, dutifulness, achievement striving, self-discipline, and deliberation.

Standards of Professionalism and Work Ethic are constantly evolving as a result of changes in society, globalization, and technology. For instance, in the U.S. there has been a general move toward more informal attire in business settings. Now it’s common place for a business to allow for casual dress unless you are seeing clients regularly.

Yet there are a few behaviors that are persistently tied to success in the workplace. Promptness is a big one. Employers expect you to show up on time. And of course they expect you to have good hygiene, to listen, and to be respectful to colleagues. Employers also value people who assume responsibility, people who do what it takes to get the task completed. 

Having a strong work ethic–in personality life, sports, and work settings–doesn’t necessarily equate with incessant hard work. While every culture needs worker bees, ideally Worth Ethic involves more than effort, dedication, and a focus on hard work. Rather, a sound work ethic invokes worker smarter and not necessarily harder.

Professionalism & Work Ethic in the Work Place

Not surprisingly, perhaps, intrapersonal competencies, which employers often call “soft skills,” are crucial to professional success in work contexts.

Each year, NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers) conducts a survey of its members to explore what prospective employers are looking for from recent college graduates. In its annual survey of the most prized workforce readiness competencies, NACE found U.S. employers rank Professionalism/Work Ethic as the third most important workforce competency (after Critical Thinking and Collaboration) for years 2015 through 2018.

While employers clearly prize Intrapersonal skills, in 2019 they gave college graduates low scores (3.49) for their mastery of professionalism/work ethic (NACE 2019):

While employers clearly prize Intrapersonal skills, in 2009 they gave college graduates low scores (3.49) for their mastery of professionalism/work ethic (NACE 2019):

Professionalism,Work Ethic & Writing Processes

Like other highly demanding cognitive tasks, writing well requires deep declarative knowledge regarding communication and writing processes . Professionalism requires knowledge of Collaboration , Genre , Information Literacy , Invention , Mindset , Organization , Research , Rhetoric , Style , and Editing .

Beyond understanding the values, practices, and aesthetics of successful writers, aspiring writers need loads and loads of practice : Procedural (Tacit) Knowledge.

Ultimately, other people cannot make you a better writer. Rather, you need to invest in yourself. This requires a strong work ethic and professionalism. In a word, conscientiousness . Particularly when the document is important, you may need to write dozens and dozens of drafts.

At Writing Commons , we are eager to publish research and theory as well as pedagogical exercises that help students better develop their professionalism and work ethic. Please see Contribute to learn about how you can collaborate with us and help students along the way.

Department of Labor. Professionalism. https://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/youth/softskills/Professionalism.pdf.  12/5/19.

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Evaluating professionalism in college courses.

This post was collaboratively written by Nancy Nelson and Joel Beaupré, Teaching and Learning Consultants

Background 

Many college educators aspire to teach, reinforce, and assess professionalism in their courses, though they may approach this objective in different ways, using different language. The grading category of ‘professionalism’ generally relates to skills and attitudes that are transferrable, non-technical, and essential to many workplaces. Examples of professionalism can include attendance and punctuality, communication skills, organization, and interpersonal skills to name just a few. Some refer to these categories as “soft skills,” but considering how hard they can be to teach and learn, this term might be misleading.  

To encourage the formation of good habits and the demonstration of essential workplace behaviours within a course, more and more course outlines are including ‘professionalism’ as an evaluation component (commonly valued at 5-10% of the overall course grade). With this, evaluation tools (such as rubrics or checklists) must be designed and distributed for the purpose of grading professionalism.   

Below are examples of professionalism categories and criteria that, based on an initial scan of tools already in use, are being measured by college educators. No single course can be expected to teach, reinforce, and assess all the dimensions of professionalism listed here, so when designing an evaluation tool, educators should select only those items that are most  meaningful and manageable  for their context.  

Examples of Professionalism Categories and Criteria 

Accountability and reliability  .

• Demonstrates punctuality  
• Comes to class/lab/shop prepared 
• Actively engages in the course  
• Takes responsibility for own work, including problems or issues 
• Respectfully uses college facilities, resources, and equipment for intended purpose 

Ethics & Integrity  

• Demonstrates respect for diversity of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, intelligence and socio-economic status 

Non-verbal Communication  

• Respects personal space including physical, touching and social distancing  
• Dresses in a manner appropriate to the context, which includes following professional guidelines and workplace safety expectations  
• Behaves in a way that respects diversity, equity, and inclusion 

Reflection, Self-improvement, and Adaptability  

• Seeks appropriate help as required  
• Accepts and provides constructive feedback  
• Incorporates feedback to make changes in behaviour as required  
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing competency and professional growth  

Other  

• Follows other program, course or organizational rules, policies and procedures including _________________.  

Sample Evaluation Tools 

By choosing a manageable quantity of criteria that are most meaningful to their course, evaluators can adapt this list into a usable evaluation tool that both supports learning and measures performance.  

Below are examples of evaluation tools that can be downloaded, modified, and used to grade professionalism: 

Additional Considerations  

It’s important for professionalism marks to be issued at timely intervals (2-4 times over the span of the course) so that students have opportunities to receive, reflect on, and respond to feedback related to their progress. When students are continually aware of their strengths and needs, they are better equipped to grow in the categories of professionalism over time.   

Jess Wilkinson

Jesslyn is an Educational Technology Consultant at Conestoga. An Ontario Certified Teacher, and holding a M. Ed. and B.Ed., Jesslyn researches and promotes new technologies for faculty to enhance pedagogical practices. She brings to the role her experience as a Google and Microsoft certified technology trainer and as a classroom teacher in South Korea, Mongolia, and Ontario, focusing on special education and assistive learning technologies. She is available for workshops, consultations, and support with using technology in higher education contexts.

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