Embracing the teaching profession / Antonio I. Tamayao

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The concept of teaching as a profession -- Philosophical orientations of teachers in their profession -- Moral and ethical nature of the teaching profession -- Philippine professional standards for teachers and attributes of 21st century Filipino teachers -- Teacher’s rights, privileges, obligations, and accountabilities -- Legal bases of education and the professionalization of teaching -- The Philippine educational system and its reforms -- Becoming and remaining a professional Filipino teacher.

Embracing the Teacher Profession orients pre-service teachers with the nature, moral purpose, and mission of the teaching profession. It explores the philosophical, ethical, and accountabilities of teachers in the practice of their profession within the context of national and global standards. Moreover, this book is responsive to Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) because of the provision of performance tasks and rubric evaluation in every chapter. It also presents the paradigm shift in teaching competency among Filipino teachers to Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST). Furthermore, it discusses the most recent educational reforms, issues, and policies in Philippine education that are essential updates to prepare pre-service teachers to the demands of teaching and learning in the 21st century landscape.