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CLASSIFIED EXAMINATION
FOR CRITICAL TEST ANALYSIS
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
(ETHICOLEGAL-ANTHROPOLOGICAL)
BOARD LICENSURE EXAMINATION FOR
PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS
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1.
Which was the first body to perform regulatory functions over the
teaching profession?
A. Civil Service Commission
B. Professional Regulation Commission
C. National Board of Teachers
D. Board for Professional Teachers
Rationale: Because of the PD 1006 (Decree Professionalizing
Teaching), the National Board of Teachers was formed as the first
collegial body which to directly regulate the teaching profession in the
Philippines.
2.
After the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the first legal basis to make
teaching as a profession and consider teachers are professional
was ________.
A. Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers
B. RA 7640
C. PD 1006
D. RA 7836
Rationale: RA 7836 was made into law in the year 1994 making it the
first legal basis of the teaching profession after the 1987 Constitution. PD
1006 on the other hand was passed on 1976.
3.
Among the following, which directly qualifies the teacher candidate
to be registered at par with other professions like medicine, law,
nursing, and the like?
A. Teaching job placement
B. Licensure examination
C. Continuing professional education
D. Membership in professional association
Rationale: Through the Licensure Examination (RA 7836), teachers
became known as “professionals” equal with the doctors, lawyers,
nurses, etc.
4.
Who among these graduates is not qualified to take the Licensure
Examination for Teacher (LET)?
A. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
B. Bachelor of Elementary Education
C. Associate in Arts
D. Bachelor of Agricultural Education
Rationale: An Associate’s Degree is a 2-year post-secondary degree
which translates into the first two years of a Bachelor’s Degree. A
bachelor’s degree (4-year course) is required for a person to be able to
take the LET which means that an Associate in Arts graduate will not
be allowed to take the same exam.
5.
Which is true of LET passers?
A. Every LET passer shall be required to take the Professional
Oath before practicing as a Professional Teacher
B. Taking the Professional Oath before practicing as a
Professional Teacher is optional
for LET passer
C. The Professional Oath can be taken before any Professional
Teacher
D. The taking of oath must be within one month from passing the
LET
Rationale: Pursuant to Sec. 18 of RA 7836, every LET passer shall be
required to take the professional oath before practicing as a
professional teacher.
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It is said that some private schools employ teachers without license.
Is that in accordance with the Philippine Teachers’
Professionalization Act?
A. Yes, provided the teacher has at least five years of teaching
experience
B. Yes, the Teachers’ Professionalization Act applies only to
teachers in government schools.
C. No, the license as a requirement for teaching applies to
teachers in both public and private schools.
D. No, except if the teacher has very satisfactory performance
continuously in the past five years.
Rationale: Based on RA 7836, no person can practice the teaching
profession in the Philippines without obtaining a valid professional
teacher certificate and license. However, private schools nowadays can
hire teachers without license under the Enhanced Basic Education Act of
2013 given that they pass the LET on/before 5 years from the time they
were hired.
7.
Through the enactment of Republic Act 7836, the regulation and
licensing of teachers is now with the:
A. Department of Education, Culture and Sports
B. Commission of Higher Education
C. Professional Regulation Commission
D. Civil Service Commission
Rationale: Through RA 7836, the licensing and certification of teachers
as well as the regulation of the teaching profession in the Philippines is
now with the PRC.
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8.
For those who successfully pass the Licensure Examination for
Teachers, the _____________ signed by the Chairman of the PRC
serves as the evidence for lawful practice of the profession.
A. Professional license
B. Professional oath copy
C. Professional registration fee receipt
D. Merit examination certificate
Rationale: Pursuant to sec. 17 of RA 7836, every LET passer shall be
issued a professional license signed by the Chairman of the PRC
bearing the registration number, date of issuance, and month of expiry or
renewability.
9.
Which is true of the periodic merit exam for teacher provided for
in RA 7836?
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Consist of oral exam
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Consist of written exam
III.
May serve as additional basis for merit promotion in addition
to performance rating
IV.
Taken with fee of P 1000 per examinee
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I and IV
I, II and III
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Rationale: Under Sec. 19 of RA 7836, teachers may take an oral and
written examination at least once in 5 years as basis for merit
promotion. In taking the examination, no fee shall be required.
16. Can parents pass on their duty to educate their children to the
school especially is they are illiterate?
A. No, parents have the primary duty to educate children.
B. Yes, because the parents did not go through formal training
for the education of their children.
C. It depends on the condition of parents.
D. It depends on the condition of the children.
Rationale: Section 14 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232 states the duties
and obligations of parents. Parents are obliged to enable their children to
obtain elementary education and shall strive to enable them to obtain
secondary and higher education in pursuance of the right formation of
the youth (sec. 14)
10. In RA 7836, what collegial body has the power to revoke the
certificate of registration of teachers after due process?
A. Board of Teacher Education
B. Board of Alliance of Concerned Teacher
C. Board for Professional Teachers
D. Board of Teacher Examiners
Rationale: Under Section 23 of RA 7836, the Board of Professional
Teachers shall have the power after due notice and hearing, to suspend
or revoke the license of a professional teacher if he/she falls under the
set grounds for revocation.
11. What can be done with too much TEI and less quality as evidence
of 20 to 30% LET passing rate?
A. Closure of substandard TEI
B. Extra support of the TEI from the region
C. Accreditation of substandard TEI
D. Sending teachers for expert study
Rationale: Under Sec. 8 of RA 7722, CHED was given the power to
monitor and evaluate the programs and institutions of higher learning for
appropriate incentives as well as imposition of sanctions such as
program termination or school closure.
12. Can a failed examinee qualify for the position of para-teacher?
A. No
B. Yes
C. Yes, if his LET rating is below 75
D. Yes, if his LET rating is 70 and above
Rationale: According to RA 9293, those who have failed the licensure
examination, with a rating of not lower than 5 percentage points
from the passing general average rating shall be eligible as parateachers upon issuance by the Board of a 2-year special permit
renewable for a non-extendible period of 2 years.
13. The Department of Education authorizes contributions in schools
but not during enrollment. Which is not an authorized contribution?
A. Boy Scouts of the Philippines membership fee
B. Philippine National Red Cross fee
C. School organization fee
D. Girl Scouts of the Philippine membership fee
Rationale: One of the rights of students under Batas Pambansa Blg.
232 is the right to be free from involuntary contributions especially during
enrolment. Deped Order No. 20, Series of 2006 specifies that the only
contributions that may be collected at any time during the year including
the enrolment period are the ff.: (1) BSP fee; (2) GSP Fee; (3) Phil. Nat’l
Red Cross; and (4) Anti-TB Education and Fund Drive. However, the
said contributions have to be voluntary and shall not be made a
requirement for admission or release of students records and
documents.
14. Despite opposition from some school officials, DepEd has
continuously enforced the “no collection of fees” policy during
enrollment period for public schools. Is this policy in accordance
with EFA goals?
A. No, it violates the mandate of quality education.
B. No, it does not support parent or adult education.
C. Yes, it supports equitable access to basic education.
D. Yes, it somewhat eliminates gender disparities.
Rationale: No “collection of fees” is in accordance to one of the goals of
Education for All (EFA) which is the provision of free and compulsory
education for all.
15. Batas Pambansa Blg. 232 is a framework for the establishment of
an integrated system of education relevant to the goals of national
development. Likewise, it declares the rights of the educational
community. Who comprise the educational community?
A. Parents, students, teachers, school administrators
B. Schools, community, non-teaching personnel, teachers
C. LGUs, students, parents, NGOs
D. Teachers, NGOs, public schools, private schools
Rationale: Under Batas Pambansa Blg. 232 (Education Act of 1982),
“educational community” comprises the ff.: (1) Learners; (2) Parents; (3)
School personnel e.g. teachers and school administrators.; and the
(4) Schools.
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17. Which of the following are obligations of teachers?
I. Accountable for the effective attainment of learning
objectives
II. Render reports on performance of learners
III. Maintain and sustain professional growth
IV. Participate as an agent of social, moral, intellectual and
cultural change.
A. I, II, III
C. I, II, III, IV
B. III, and IV
D. III, I, IV, II
Rationale: Statements I, II, III, and IV are all part of teacher’s obligations
stated under Section 16 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232.
18. The Education Act of 1982 categorically states that it is a teacher’s
__________ “to refrain from making deductions in scholastic ratings
for acts that are clearly not manifestations of poor scholarship.”
A. Obligation
C. Prerogative
B. Right
D. Responsibility
Rationale: “Every teacher shall refrain from making deductions in
student’s scholastic ratings for acts are clearly not manifestations of poor
scholarship.” -- Chapter 3, Section 14 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232
(Teacher’s Obligations)
19. In the Education Act of 1982, which is not a teacher’s right?
A. Free expression of opinion and suggestions
B. Joining labor organizations promoting teachers’ welfare
C. Free legal services for cases connected with professional
duties
D. Filing anonymous complain against superiors
Rationale: All the options except for Letter D are teacher’s rights stated
in Sec. 11 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232.
20. As provided for in the Education Act of 1982, how are the
institutions of learning encouraged to set higher standards of quality
over the minimum required for state recognition?
A. Academic freedom C. Granting of Special Permit
B. CPE
D. Voluntary accreditation
Rationale: Under Sec. 29 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, the Ministry of
Education, Culture, and Sports shall encourage programs of
VOLUNTARY ACCREDITATION for institutions which desire to meet
standards of quality over minimum required for State recognition.
21. The 1987 Philippine Constitution mandates free and compulsory
education in the ______________ level.
A. Kindergarten
B. Elementary
C. Secondary
D. Tertiary
Rationale: Section 2 of the Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution provides
for the establishment of a system of free public education for both
ELEMENTARY and SECONDARY levels. However, only
ELEMENTARY is compulsory for all children of school age.
22. What program aims to reduce the gap between low social status
and educational opportunities for deserving students?
A. National Achievement Test
B. Education Service Contracting Scheme
C. Annual Fiscal Allocation
D. National College Admission Examination
Rationale: In the Educational Service Contracting Scheme (ESC), the
government and private schools enter into a contract for the purpose of
accommodating students from public schools which lack in teachers,
facilities, etc. It gives poor but deserving students access to quality
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education reducing the gap between low social status with regards to
educational opportunities.
23. From the Constitution, what is the condition for allowing students to
be taught religion in public schools?
A. Catechists paid by government
B. Extra pay for teachers
C. Outside of school hours only
D. Upon written permission by parents
Rationale: “At the option expressed in writing by the parents or
guardians, religion shall be taught to their children or wards in public
elementary and high schools within the regular class hours by instructors
designated or approved by the religious authorities of the religion to
which the children or wards belong without additional cost to the
Government.” – Section 3 (3) of the Article XIV of the 1987
Constitution
24. A high school graduate was denied admission to a university on the
grounds that he failed the admission test. The student insisted that
he had the right to be admitted and the act was a violation of his
right to education. Was the student correct?
A. No, the university may refuse the student in its exercise of
academic freedom.
B. No, if the university is exclusively for girls.
C. Yes, education is everyone’s right.
D. Yes, especially if he belongs to the Indigenous People’s group
Rationale: Academic freedom gives colleges and universities, both
public and private, the right to deny the admission of students who failed
their entrance/admission test. Academic freedom means that colleges
and universities have institutional autonomy in determining academic
decisions (e.g. admission requirements for both students and teachers).
25. The provision of academic freedom is applicable for teachers in:
A. Colleges and universities
B. Private tertiary institutions
C. Basic education teachers
D. Public schools only
Rationale: Under the Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution, “Academic
freedom shall be enjoyed in all institutions of higher learning.”
Institutions of higher learning refers to all public and private
universities and colleges.
26. Which of the following is provided for in the Article XIV of the 1987
Constitution?
A. Academic freedom for teachers and students at all levels
B. Mandatory religious instruction in elementary and secondary
levels
C. Protection of intellectual property rights
D. Advancement of free and compulsory secondary education
27. Under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, which has been provided as
official languages for purposes of communication and instruction?
A. Filipino only
C. English only
B. Filipino, English, and Spanish D. Filipino and English
Rationale: Under the 1987 Phil. Constitution, the national language of
the Philippines is Filipino (Section 6). However, for purposes of
communication and instruction, the official languages are both
Filipino and English (Section 7).
28. Spanish educational degree of 1863 provides_____________.
A. High school/secondary education
B. Primary education
C. Tertiary education
D. Free education
Rationale: Under the Educational Decree of 1863, primary instruction
(elementary) in the Philippines was made free and the teaching of
Spanish was compulsory.
29. Based on the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, which does
basic education in the Philippines encompass?
I. Kindergarten
II. Elementary
III. Secondary
IV. Alternative
A. II and III
C. I, II and III
B. I II, III, and IV
D. I and II
Rationale: Under the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, Basic
education in the Philippines encompasses kindergarten, elementary,
secondary, alternative learning system, as well as special
education. (Section 3, RA 10533)
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30. Under R.A. 7722 or Higher Education Act of 1994, which agency
has direct supervision and management of teacher education
institutions or colleges of education in the country?
A. Commission on Higher Education
B. Professional Board of Teachers
C. Teacher Education Council
D. Department of Education
Rationale: Under RA 7722, the Commission on Higher Education was
created to supervise all public and private higher education institutions in
the Philippines.
31. Which statement is not true of CHED?
A. supervises It is governed by commissioners headed by a
Chairperson.
B. It is in charge of education programs in all levels.
C. It both public and private higher education institutions.
D. It regulates and supervises tertiary education.
32. With RA 9155, to which body were all the functions, programs, and
activities of the Department of Education related to Sports
competition transferred?
A. Commission on Higher Education
B. Technical Education Services Development Authority
C. Philippine Sports Commission
D. Commission on Higher Education
Rationale: Through the enactment of RA 9155, activities related to sports
were transferred to the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC). Arts and
Culture is now transferred to the National Commission for Culture and
the Arts (NCCA).
33. What is the concrete proof that teacher as a public servant and or
official has violated RA 6713 mandate to demonstrate straight of
modest lives appropriate to their positions and income?
A. Extravagance and instantaneous wealth
B. Fettling undue patronage
C. Inefficient use of public funds
D. Political party affiliation and preferences
Rationale: Section 4 of RA 6713 (Code of Conduct and Ethical
Standards for Public Officials and Employees) states that, “Public
officials and employees and their families shall lead modest lives
appropriate to their positions and income. They shall not indulge in
extravagant or ostentatious display of wealth in any form.”
34. Which are classified as bullying?
I. Any act that causes damage to a victim’s psyche and/or
emotional well-being.
II. Punching, pushing, shoving, kicking, slapping, headlocks,
inflicting school pranks, and fighting using available
objects as weapons
III. Cyber-bullying or any bullying done using technology or any
electronic means
IV. Name-calling, tormenting, and commenting negatively on
victim’s looks, clothes, and body
A. II, III, and IV
B. I and II
C. I, II, III, and IV
D. III and IV
Ratioale: Statements I, II, III, and IV are all forms of bullying as stated in
the Section 2 of RA 10627 (Anti-Bullying Act of 2013).
35. When a case of child abuse is filed by parents what law is applied?
A. RA 7863
B. RA 7650
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C. RA 7610
D. RA 7422
Rationale: RA 7610 or Anti-Child Abuse Act protects children from all
forms of abuse, neglect, cruelty, exploitation, discrimination and
other conditions, prejudicial their development.
36. In which grade is mother tongue used as a medium of instruction
according to the K-12 Law?
A. K to 1
B. K to Grade 2
C. K only
D. K to Grade 3
Rationale: Under RA 10533 (K-12), mother tongue shall be used as a
medium of instruction for Kindergarten to Grade 3 and taught as a
separate subject for Grades 1-3.
37. In section 2, Declaration of policy of RA 10533, it is said that the
“State shall broaden the goals of high school education for college
preparation, vocational and technical career opportunities as well
as creative arts, sports, and entrepreneurial employment. Is the K12 aligned to this goal?
A. Partly.
B. No, it lacks entrepreneurial track.
C. Yes, it offers academic track, sports, arts and design, tech-voc and
livelihood tracks.
D. It depends on which track the student will pursue.
38. Under RA 10912 or the Continuing Professional Development Act
of 2016, how many units are required for the renewal of the
teacher’s Professional ID Card (PIC) every 3 years?
A. 40
C. 36
B. 30
D. 45
Rationale: Licensed Professional Teachers need at least 45 CPD Units
to be able to renew their license under RA 10912 (CPD Act of 2016).
39. Why is CPD necessary for professional teachers?
I. To continuously improve personal and
development
II. To be at par with other professionals
III. To abide the CPD Act of 2016
professional
A. II and III
B. I, II and III
C. III only
D. I and III
Rationale: Statements I and III are makes CPD necessary for
professional teachers. Statement II is incorrect since it’s the
LICENSURE EXAMINATION that made teachers at par with other
professionals.
40. Which program directly embodies both the pre-service and inservice programs for teachers?
A. BESRA – Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda
B. TEDP – Technical Education Development Program
C. K-12
D. BEC – Basic Education Curriculum
Rationale: TEDP is the articulation of a singular competency-based
framework for teaching and teacher development that would guide all
policies, reforms and activities related to teaching and teacher
development.
41. What is the core of the Teacher Education Development Program?
A. High order thinking skills or HOTS
B. Student-centered learning
C. National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
D. Technology integration in instruction
Rationale: Since 2004, NCBTS has been the core of TEDP. However,
under DO 42, s. 2017, the PPST was issued to replace the NCBTS as
the new standards for competencies of teachers, to cope up with the
changes brought about by various national and global framework such
as K-12 Reform and ASEAN Integration.
42. What is the highest career stage of a teacher in the PPST?
A. Distinguished
B. Proficient
C. Highly proficient
D. Most proficient
Rationale: In the new PPST, the career stages of teachers are as
follows: (1) BEGINNING, (2) PROFICIENT, (3) HIGHLY PROFICIENT,
and the highest which is (4) DISTINGUISHED.
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43. The Professional Teachers Code of Ethics does not cover:
A. Teachers of academic, vocational, special, technical or nonformal institutions.
B. All full time or part time public and private school teachers and
administrators.
C. Teachers in all educational institutions at the pre-school,
elementary and secondary levels.
D. Teachers in the tertiary level.
Rationale: The Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers covers all
public and private school teachers in all educational institutions at the
preschool, primary, elementary, and secondary levels whether
academic, vocational, special, technical, or non-formal (Article 1, Sec.
2). Tertiary teachers were not mentioned in the said law.
44. Which of these activities indicates that teachers value their status
as role models?
A. Accomplishing learners’ report cards
B. Holding on to their job despite the difficulties
C. Being popular in order to get a promotion
D. Upholding the Code of Ethics
Rationale: As role models, teachers must follow the Code of Ethics.
This ensures that the students receive a fair, honest, and
uncompromising education. The Code of Ethics for Professional
Teachers outlines teachers’ main responsibilities and defines their role in
the students’ lives.
45. Article VIII of the Code of Ethics stipulates that the evaluation of the
learner’s work should be based on merit and quality of academic
________.
A. Marks
C. Performance
B. Evaluation
D. Results
Rationale: “A teacher shall base the evaluation of the learner’s work
only in merit and quality of academic performance.” – Article VIII,
Section 6 of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers
46. According to the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers, upon
which are appointments/promotions/transfers made?
A. Merit and need
C. Exigency of the service
B. Health
D. Civil status
Rationale: “Every teacher has a right to invoke the principle that
appointments, promotions, and transfers of teachers are made only
on the basis of MERIT and NEED in the interest of the service.” – Article
VI, Sec. 5 of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers
47. The Code of Ethics stipulates that the accountability of teachers
includes his/her participation in:
A. Community linkages
C. Political activities
B. Teaching of religion
D. CPE
Rationale: Article IV, Sec. 3 of the Code of Ethics for Professional
Teachers demands teachers to participate in the Continuing
Professional Education (CPE) program of the PRC.
48. Why should a teacher take the obligation upon himself to study and
understand the custom and traditions of the community where he
works?
A. To change the culture of the community
B. To have a sympathetic attitude for the people of the
community
C. To identify the weakness of the culture of the community
D. To please the people of the community
Rationale: Article III, Sec. 4 of the Code of Ethics states that teachers
shall study the local customs and traditions in order to have a
sympathetic attitude for the people of the community.
49. Teacher Belinda does not personally agree with one school policy.
What is her professional responsibility?
A. Be indifferent about it but exert effort to understand it.
B. Make an honest effort to understand, support and carry out
the school policy even if she does not personally agree.
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Remain connected with the school but defy the policy because
in conscience she cannot agree.
D. Lead a campaign against its abolition.
Rationale: Article VI, Sec. 1 of the Code of Ethics states that teachers
shall make an honest effort to support the legitimate policies of the
school and the administration regardless of personal feeling or
private opinion and shall faithfully carry them out.
50. The teacher openly criticizes before the class the school’s policy on
school uniform. Which ethical principle is violated?
A. Respect for authority
C. Respect for learners
B. Respect for colleagues
D. Respect for institution
Rationale: Openly criticizing the school’s policies is a violation of Article
VI – The Teacher and the Higher Authorities in the Profession.
51. Is it professional for a teacher to receive gifts from the student and
parents?
A. Not at all
B. No, especially if done in exchange for requested concessions
C. Yes, if deserved
D. Yes, in-season and out-of-season gifts
Rationale: “A teacher shall not accept favors or gifts from learners,
their parents, or others in their behalf in exchange for requested
concessions, especially if undeserved.” – Article VIII, Sec. 4 of the
Code of Ethics
52. A teacher shall behave with honor and dignity at all times. What
activities should the teacher refrain from participating?
I.
Gambling
II.
Smoking
III.
Illicit relations
IV.
Lotto betting
A. I only
C. II, III, IV
B. I, II, III
D. III only
Rationale: Article III, Sec. 3 of the Code of Ethics states that teachers
must refrain from such activities as gambling, smoking, drunkenness,
and other excesses, much less illicit relations.
53. In her desire to motivate students to study very well, Teacher Lena
posted the scores of all her students at the end of the periodic test.
Is the act in accordance with ethical principles?
A. No, it violates the principle of confidentiality of scores and
grades.
B. Yes, Teacher Lena had a very good intention, and that is to
motivate the students to study well.
C. Yes, scores are not yet the grades anyway.
D. Yes, if the scores are high and no, if the scores are low.
Rationale: A teacher shall hold inviolate all confidential information
concerning associates and the school, that includes the students’
grades, says the Article V, Sec. 4 of the Code of Ethics. Since
periodical test results will reflect on the students’ grades, posting the
scores is unethical and a violation of the principle of confidentiality.
54. Which of the following practices is NOT allowed in the Code of the
Ethics for Professional Teachers?
A. Teachers shall accept tutorial fees for the slow learners in her
class.
B. Teachers shall ensure that teaching upholds the highest
standards.
C. Teachers shall establish maintain cordial relation with parents.
D. Teachers shall live with dignity in all places at all times
Rationale: “A teacher shall not accept, directly or indirectly any
remuneration from tutorials other what is authorized for such service.”
– Article VIII, Sec. 5 of the Code of Ethics
55. If you want to determine if a teacher takes pride in the teaching
profession, which of the following queries are you going to ask?
A. Is teaching profession a noble profession?
B. What are the benefits when you get into teaching profession?
C. Will you recommend someone else to enter teacher
profession?
D. Are you enjoying teaching?
Rationale: Every teacher shall ensure that teaching is the noblest
profession and shall manifest genuine enthusiasm and pride in teaching
as a noble calling.
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56. Teachers often complain of numerous non-teaching assignments
that adversely affect their teaching. Does this mean that teachers
must be preoccupied only with teaching?
A. No, because every teacher is expected to provide leadership
and initiative in activities for the betterment of communities.
B. Yes, because teaching is more than enough for full time job.
C. No, because to lead in community activities is the job of
elected officials.
D. Yes, if they are given other assignments justice demands that
they be properly compensated.
Rationale: “Every teacher shall provide leadership and initiative to
actively participate in community movements for moral, social,
educational, economic, and civic betterment.” – Article III, Sec. 2 of the
Code of Ethics
57. A teacher shall transact all official business through:
A. Negotiations
C. Anonymity
B. Channels
D. Contracts
Rationale: Article VI, Sec. 3 states that teachers shall transact all
official business through channels except when special conditions
warrant a different procedure.
58. On which policy is RA 4670 known as the Magna Carta for Public
School Teachers focused?
A. Right to establish or join organizations
B. Code of ethics for professional teachers
C. Recruitment shall take place after training
D. To promote and improve the social and economic status of
public school teachers
Rationale: Sec. 1 of RA 4670 (Declaration of Policy) states that the
policy of the act is to promote and improve the social and economic
status of public school teachers.
59. It is the responsibility of every teacher to undergo annual medical
check-up in the interest of the:
I.
Teacher
II.
School and community
III.
Learner
A. I and II
C. I, II and III
B. I only
D. III only
Rationale: The provision of annual medical check-up for teachers (Sec.
22 of RA 4670) is for the interest of the teacher himself/herself, the
learners whom he/she is teaching, the school and community
where he she belongs, as well as the government who pays for
his/her service.
60. If a teacher wishes to enjoy study leave, she will get how many
percent of her salary while on study leave?
A. 50%
B. 60%
C. 70%
D. 75%
Rationale: Sec. 24 of RA 4670 provides for the leave privileges of
teachers including the one-year study leave which shall be enjoyed by
a public school teacher after 7 years of service. During the period of
such leave, the teacher shall be entitled to 60% of his/her monthly
salary. Study leave of more than one year is permitted if needed but
without compensation.
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