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Final International University

English Language Teaching Program

Code of Conduct for Student Teachers

Introduction

As future teachers, you will be role models to future generations of students. A vital part of

your training at FIU therefore involves the development of high standard academic and

professional values that you will be able to pass on to your own students.

This booklet describes what some of these values are, and how to put them into practice

during our time at FIU.

The issues discussed mostly relate to Learning Outcome 8, in our University framework:

Final International University Learning Outcome 8:

Shown responsibility and commitment to academic and professional ethics, and to civic

and social responsibilities, including environmental protection, health, safety and security

issues, and justice.

ELT Program Learning Outcome 8:

Demonstrated a professional outlook in terms of educational practice, including the

willingness to develop teaching and learning approaches that are socially and culturally

informed.

The booklet provides a code of academic and professional conduct for all ELT student-

teachers. Your commitment to its principles is required and is evaluated through our

continuous assessment system as part of class participation and school and classroom visits.

Please read the booklet carefully and make every effort to put the framework into practice

and show that you are developing the professional attitudes and skills required for a twenty-

first century language teacher to maximize the potential of the next generations of twenty-

first century learners.

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A. Attendance and Punctuality

Be ready with all materials and in class before the official start-time for the lesson.

Leave class only when the instructor announces that the lesson has finished.

Inform instructor in advance if unable to come to class.

If entering late, do not disturb the class.

Sit in the nearest available seat.

Do not enter the room if more than 15 minutes late.

http://www.cledford.cheshire.sch.uk/page/attendance-punctuality/41819

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B. Classroom Behaviors and Attitudes

https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/effective-classroom-management/six-ways-promote-

positive-learning-environment/

Show engagement through positive eye contact and motivated posture.

Avoid distractions from classmates and do not distract them (chatting etc.). Socialize

outside the classroom!

Take notes. It improves concentration.

Collaborate with others and always focus on the task and learning goals.

Respect everyone’s dignity and rights.

Develop responsible autonomy.

Be courteous and avoid interrupting others.

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Code of Conduct during the COVID-19 pandemic – Online Classroom Participation

Set up your own study space well in advance of an online session or lecture. Make

sure you are able to work quietly, in an environment where you can focus without

being disturbed by family members or housemates.

Use professional language when speaking during online teaching sessions, and

conduct yourself in a respectable manner, in line with face-to-face teaching – towards

your peers and your teacher.

Check your e-mail and other communication channels provided by your teacher to

stay up-to-date with any changes or new information shared with you by your teacher

or Final International University.

Inform your lecturers or advisors if you do not have access to a stable internet

connection, and/or a desktop/laptop/mobile device on which you can attend sessions

and hand in assignment

Turn off your microphone unless you are speaking.

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http://www.humecentralsc.vic.edu.au/student-wellbeing/

C. Submission of Work

Submit work on time.

Use a professional format and font.

Use spellcheck and grammar check.

Format reference lists in APA.

Reference all source material whether quoted or paraphrased.

Avoid plagiarism!

Check your work!

If you are late, inform the instructor and ask for an extension!

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D. The Classroom Environment

We save energy (Lights and ACs are turned off when not required)

We keep the board clean.

We respect furniture.

Litter goes into the rubbish bins and the classroom is left clean when we leave it, with

chairs left in standard position.

(We respect the next teacher and the next class of students…)

https://www.amazon.com/Carson-Dellosa-Rights-Responsibilities-Chart/dp/B000F8X90U

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E. Mobile Phones and Computers

Use them for educational purposes only as guided by your instructor.

Keep them in silent mode.

Inform your instructor if there is an emergency and you need access to your

phone.

Do not check your mails, social media etc. in lesson time.

Put your phones in bags and turned off if requested by instructor, and in exams,

quizzes etc.

http://artfulartsyamy.blogspot.com/2012/04/using-mobile-phones-in-classroom.html

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F. Classroom Language

We are future English language teachers.

We need to maximize English language practice opportunities.

We need to challenge ourselves to communicate.

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G. School and Classroom Visits

Respect the values of the school.

Dress as a teacher.

Sit quietly in classrooms, take notes, and do not distract the teacher or students in

any way.

Do not be late!

Thank the teacher before leaving…

H. Microteaching and Classroom Practice

Be 100% ready at the beginning.

Always have a Plan ‘B’.

Keep to your time limits.

If you are a ‘student’ in a microteaching session.

Follow the class as a student should.

Do not prepare your own classes or lose concentration.

Be an active listener and support your classmate.

https://hamsareddy.blogspot.com/2019/06/integration-of-skills-and-simulated.html

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I. Twenty-First Century Skills and Lifelong Learning

Put aside time every week to develop your English language accuracy, fluency, and

knowledge. With language there is always room for improvement.

Get involved in mentoring and other ways with helping students here improve their

English.

Take advantage of our international population to develop your intercultural skills

and form friendships across borders.

Develop your appreciation of schools as communities by getting involved in clubs and

societies.

And enjoy your learning experience at FIU.

I have read and understood the FIU ELT Program Code of Contact and undertake to do my

very best to keep to the guidelines within it.

Name:

Student Number:

Date:

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KEYS TO SUCCESS

ATTEND ALL CLASSES

BE AN ACTIVE CLUB MEMBER

PRACTISE TEACHING

BE A MENTOR

TAKE ON SUMMER

TEACHING AND SCHOOL VISITS

REFLECT

AND IMPROVE

SET GOALS

STUDY OUTSIDE CLASS