Legal bases for The Profession

Teacher L, a graduate of BSEd with majorship in Mathematics teaches in a national high school in her province. Since she has been rated outstanding in her performance, can she be exempted from taking the LET?

• a. Yes, that is a privilege that must be given to teachers whose performance is outstanding.

• b. Yes, if approved by PRC.

• c. No, RA 7836 states that no person shall practice or offer to practice the teaching profession in the Philippines or be appointed as teacher to any position calling for a teaching position without having previously obtained a valid certificate and a valid license from the Commission.

• d. No, but it is possible if she has 5 years in service

Which of the following could be the reason for the teacher’s suspension from the practice of the teaching profession?

• a. Immoral, unprofessional or dishonorable conduct

• b. Observing proper procedures in obtaining a certificate of registration

• c. Faithfulness to the code of ethical and professional standards for professional teachers

• d. Willingness to attend seminars, workshops, conferences and the like or the continuing education program prescribed by the Board and the Commission

Who among the following characterizes a professional teacher?

• a. An education graduate who received honors

• b. A teacher who has taught for at least six years

• c. A teacher who has attended national seminars on teaching

• d. A teacher who qualifies for a permanent position under RA 4670

(June 18, 1996) - enacted to promote and improve the social and economic conditions of public school teachers, their working and living conditions, their terms of employment and career prospects.

• a. Magna Carta for Professional Teachers

• b. Code of Ethics

• c. Presidential Decree 1006

• d. Education Act of 1982

Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers?

• a. The teacher must select which information to keep confidential.

• b. The teacher must demonstrate full commitment and devotion to duty.

• c. The teacher must manifest pride in the nobility of the teaching profession.

• d. The teacher must make no prejudice or discrimination against any learner.

Also known as the Education Act of 1982.

• a. Magna Carta for Public School Teacher

• b. Batas Pambansa 232

• c. Republic Act 4670

• d. Republic Act 9293

An act also known as the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013

• a. Batas Pambansa 232

• b. Republic Act 7836

• c. Republic Act 10533

• b. Republic Act 4670

This serves as a guide to ensure that all teachers practice their profession with utmost dedication and professionalism?

• a. Professional Regulation Commission

• b. Professional Board Exam for Teachers

• c. Magna Carta for Public School Teachers

• d. The Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers

What section and article of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers stated that: "A Teacher shall base the evaluation of the learner’s work only in the merit and quality of academic performance."

• a. Section 6, Article VIII

• b. Section 6, Article VI

• c. Section 7, Article VIII

• d. Section 6, Article III

This provides the general framework for education in the country?

• a. Magna Carta for Public School Teachers

• b. Republic Act 4670

• c. Article XIV of 1987 Philippine Constitution

• d. Republic Act 10533