EDUP3083i P3083i PREPARED BY: AYUNI, FARHANAH, ILHAM, ZATI TOPIC 3: LEGISLATIONS RELATED TO TEACHER AND EDUCATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS CODE OF ETHICS FOR TEACHERS IN MALAYSIA CODE OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE FOR CIVIL SERVANTS EDUCATION ACT 1996 CHILDREN’S RIGHTS 01 02 03 04
01 CODE OF ETHICS FOR TEACHERS IN MALAYSIA
“Kami, guru-guru Malaysia, yakin bahawa tujuan utama pendidikan adalah berusaha menuju ke arah pembentukan warganegara yang berilmu, yang taat setia, yang bertanggungjawab dan berkebolehan, yang menyedari betapa pentingnya usaha menujuke arah kebenaran dan ke arah pencapaian hasrat yang gemilang dan yang percaya kepada demokrasi, kebebasan perseorangan dan prinsip-prinsip Rukun Negara. Melalui pendidikan, masyarakat dapat membantu anak mudanya memahami kebudayaan mereka, memperoleh pengetahuan yang telah terkumpul sejak zaman berzaman dan menyediakan mereka untuk cabaran pada masa hadapan. Dengan menyedari betapa besarnya tanggungjawab membimbing anak muda untuk mencapai kemajuan sepenuh-penuhnya, maka dengan ini kami menerima tatasusila berikut sebagai panduan untuk membolehkan kami menyempurnakan profesion kami ke taraf kesusilaan yang setinggi-tingginya. ” CCOODDEE OOFF EETTHHIICCSS FFOORR MMAALLAAYYSSIIAANN TTEEAACCHHEERRSS
CCOODDE OF ETHICS E OF ETHICS A set of behaviours or responsibilities of a teacher towards the society, students, colleagues and parents. Guidelines for teachers to act professionally during teaching services. It is aimed to improve the productivity, quality and discipline of the teachers. RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS PARENTS RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS SOCIETY & COUNTRY RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS COLLEAGUES RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS PROFESSION
Emphasises on students’ welfare Fairsin dealing with every student without being judgemental Treats personal information ofstudents as confidential and only reveal to those who have the right to acquire Exemplifiesthe proper way of dressing,speaking and behaviour Assistsstudentsto develop their ability to work and academic achievement RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS STUDENTS
Respectsthe sole responsibility of parentstowardstheir children Establishesrelationship between school and parents Informs parents about matter that is concerning on the welfare ofthe students Avoids using parents’social and economic statusfor personal gain Avoids using inappropriate remarksin front of/ towards the parents RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS PARENTS
Avoids any teaching that can bring harm to the pupils, society or nation Instill pupils with positive attitudes and noble values Provides positive contributionsto the society RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS SOCIETY & COUNTRY
Respectsthe opinions of colleagues and maintain a healthy professional relationship Helpsin any possible waystowardsthe junior colleagues or teachersin training Acceptsthe authority ofsenior colleague while retaining the right to express professional opinions RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS COLLEAGUES
Recognisesthe obligation to improve the teaching methodsto be more effective Recognisesthe cause of any action that might tarnish the good reputation ofthe profession Work dedicatedly to fulfil the responsibility of a teacher and maintain the good image RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS TEACHING PROFESSION
02 CODE OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE FOR CIVIL SERVANTS
IInnttrroduction oduction Disciplinary control is an important tool used to create an efficient management in executing all functions and responsibilities towards ensuring the respective departments’ goals and objectives are achieved.
CCooddeess ooff CCoonndduuccttss aanndd DDiisscciipplliinnaarryy RReegguullaattiioonn Regulations pertaining to codes of conduct. Including specific prohibition and violations; Responsibilities and duties in relation to disciplinary control and supervision; 1. 2. Officers in the public services codes of conduct and discipline are regulated under the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) 1993. Such regulations include the following provisions: 3. Disciplinary procedures and codes of conduct; 4. Punishments imposed on breach of code of conduct; 5. Provisions on related miscellaneous matters.
"4 (1) An officer shall at all times and on all occasions give his undivided loyalty and devotion to the Yang diPertuan Agong, the country and the Government. (2) An officer shall not – (a) subordinate his public to his private interests; (b) conduct himself in such a manner as is likely to bring his private interest into conflict with his public duty;(c) conduct himself in such a manner likely to cause a reasonable suspicion that ) he has allowed his private interests to come into conflict with his public duty so as to impair his usefulness aa public officer; or (ii) he has used his public position for his personal advantage; d) conduct himself in such a manner as to bring the public service into disrepute or bring discredit to the publiservice; (e) lack efficiency or industry; (f) be dishonest or untrustworthy; (g) be irresponsible; h) bring or attempt to bring any form of outside influence or pressure to support or advance any claim relatingto or against the public service, whether the claim is his own claim or that of any other officer; (i) be insubordinate or conduct himself in any manner which can be reasonably construed as being insubordinate; and (j) be negligent in performing his duties.
"4A (1) An officer shall not object another person to sexual harassment, that is to say, an officer shall not – (a) make any sexual advance, or any request for sexual favours, to another person; or (b) do any act of a sexual nature in relation to another person, in circumstances in which a reasonable person, having regard to all the circumstances, would be offended, humiliated or intimidated. (2) A reference in sub-regulation (1) to the doing of an act of a sexual nature to another person – (a) includes the making of a statement of a sexual nature to, or in the presence of, that other person, whether the statement is made orally or in writing or in any other manner; (b) is not limited to doing of such act at workplace or during working hours only as long as the doing of such act brings the public service into disrepute or bring discredit to the public service.”
Duty to Comply to Regulations Duty to Comply to Regulations An officer shall comply with the provisions of these Regulations and the breach of any provision of these Regulations shall render the officer liable to disciplinary action. An officer shall be assumed to have committed a breach of discipline in the event it is found that such act or wrongdoing have breached or believed to have breached any Regulations pertaining to such code of conduct.
The failure of an officer to undertake and comply with the terms in the Aku Janji is a breach of the code of conduct. Aku Janji Letter It is the duty of every officer to exercise disciplinary control and supervision over his subordinate and to take appropriate action as soon as possible. An officer shall be deemed to have been negligent in performing his duties and to be irresponsible should he fail to do so. He too shall be liable to disciplinary action. Duty of Disciplinary Control
OObbjjeevvttiivveess aanndd RRaattiioonnaallee Perform tasks efficiently, reliably and responsibly Put public interest above self interest Preserve and protect the image of the public service Understand and cultivate the civil servant's disciplines and conducts 1. 2. 3. 4. 3. Punish officers who commit offenses or violate rules 4. Develop first class human capital
Punishments Explanation Warning A form of reminder Penalty Maximum 7 days of emoluments Forfeit the rights of emoluments No limit. Suitable with the offense of absenteeism Salary drop Minimum of 1 salary movement in 12 months, maximum of 3 salary movements in 36 months Demoted Demotion to a lower grade subject to the same scheme of service and the same group Fired/Dismissed Removed from public service
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03 EDUCATION ACT 1996
EEdduucation Act 1996 cation Act 1996 An Act to provide for education and for matters connected therewith.
Akta Pendidikan 1996 is a revision of the 1961 Education Act. It aims to strengthen the national education system for future generations. The legislation's development of Akta Pendidikan 1996 is intended to broaden the scope and introduce new educational laws. The Act introduces new legislative provisions to address the challenges in education in the 21st century, taking into consideration the aspirations of all ethnic groups in Malaysia. Includes legislation in the pre-school to tertiary level, including the government and private sectors. A little overview
▪ strengthening the national language as the main medium of instruction. ▪ coordination of all types of school curriculum through the national curriculum. ▪ using a standard evaluation and examination system. ▪ Islamic Education is extended to Muslim students. ▪ expanding the jurisdiction of the Minister of Education. ▪ enhance technical education. ▪ strengthening teacher training. ▪ systematic private education ▪ strengthening tribal languages
The content of the Education Act 1996 The content of the Education Act 1996 ▪ Section 16: provide three categories of schools in Malaysia; government, private and government aided schools. This clearly can accommodate the needs of the Form 6, matriculation and so on. ▪Section 17: provides national language as a compulsory subject in all schools. ▪ Section 18: provides that all schools should follow the national curriculum except it is specifically exempted. ▪ Section 19: provides that all schools prepare students for public examination, unless specifically exempted.
The content of the Education Act 1996 The content of the Education Act 1996 Section 21: empowers the Minister to establish and maintain kindergartens. Section 37 and section 38 allows the polytechnic to offer courses of study or training program at the certificate or any level of qualification with any university or other educational institution. Section 47: allows teacher training colleges to provide degree courses, diploma or certificate program in collaboration with university or other higher education institution. Section 40: allows the Minister to provide special education classes in special schools or in any primary or secondary school.
The content of the Education Act 1996 The content of the Education Act 1996 Section 50: provides that Islamic Education subject is compulsory in all schools including private schools when there are 5 or more Muslim students. Section 69: provides that all of those conducting the public examinations are required to obtain approval from the Director of Examinations in advance. Section 77: clarifies that private educational institution that run "twinning program" and "linkage" must obtain permission in writingfrom the Minister.
WWhhyy TTeeaacchheerrss sshhoouulldd bbee wweellll vveerrsseedd wwiitthh tthhee EEdduuccaattiioonn AAcctt...... Legal Compliance: To adhere to legal obligations and responsibilities . Student Rights: To uphold students' rights and protections including students with special needs. Professional Conduct: To maintain professionalism and ethical standards. Student Discipline: To handle behavioral issues correctly and within legal guidelines. Teacher Rights: To understand their rights, benefits, and responsibilities. Parental Involvement: To engage with parents while respecting their rights. Employment & Certification: For career planning and job security. Legal Protections: To safeguard against unfair treatment or discrimination. Advocacy: To advocate for students effectively. Professional Development: To meet ongoing education requirements. School Policies: To navigate school policies based on education laws.
04 CHILDREN’S RIGHTS
The right to life The right to protection The right to development The right to participation CChhiildren’s Rights ldren’s Rights
providing environment, opportunities and platform for the rights of the child to be implemented. Convention on Rights of the Child (1989) Convention on Rights of Children: March 19, 1995 Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women: August 4,1995 International Labour Organisation Convention 138 (minimum age for employment): 1997 International Labour Organisation Convention 182 (forms of child labor the most severe) on 10 November 2000. CChhiillddrreenn’’ss RRiigghhtt iinn MMaallaayyssiiaa
TThhe Right to Life e Right to Life Provide Basic Needs of Children Parents or guardians of children in Malaysia must provide for the basic needs of children within their means. Children need a shelter which is nice and conducive, balanced diet and clean water. It can assure the survival of a positive and cheerful life. Balanced diet and clean water are needed to enable children to have healthy body for a more positive and active life.
The Right to Protection The Right to Protection Children in Malaysia are protected from any types of negative acts such as abuse, neglect , exploitation and slavery . Protection will be given to children who have been abused either physically, emotionally or sexually. Issues of abuse, molestation, neglect and exploitation by caregivers is a continuous phenomenon and need to be combated.The Malaysian government is looking at these issues as a disaster and threat to the national development. Those who commit abuse, neglect and exploitation of children will be severely punished . Children in Malaysia are valuable asset for the future of this country.
The Right to Development The Right to Development Holistic Development of Children In line with the aspirations of the Children's Rights Convention, Malaysia has given serious focus in the holistic development of children which includes physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual and social. Parents must provide children with formal education by sending children to school and informal education such as religious knowledge and moral value. Children„s interest and love for knowledge must be nurtured since childhood to ensure children‟s development in various aspects.
The Right to Participation The Right to Participation Associate and Play without restrictions. Children in Malaysia are given the right to associate and play with their peers freely without restrictions. Through play they can interact with their peers, thus enhance their social skills.They can associate freely regardless of race, ethnicity, color of the skin, religion and others . Children in Malaysia are not prohibited to join and become members of associations and clubs.
The Th Efforts in Protecting Children e Efforts in Protecting Children Children Act 2001 (amended in 2002) effective on August 1, 2002 is a combination of three previous law of the Child Protection Act 1991, the Women and Girls Protection Act 1973 and the Juvenile Court Act. It is the law relating to the preservation, protection and rehabilitation of children in order to protect the welfare and interests of children. Among the points highlighted by this Act is the duty and responsibility of parents or guardians in maintaining the well- being of children, the responsibility to inform the cases of child abuse, the establishment of the Court For Children, trial procedures, sentencing and so on. The term children pursuant to this act are those aged less than 18 years. Children Act 2001 (amended in 2002)
The Th Efforts in Protecting Children e Efforts in Protecting Children The Act provides for the duties and responsibilities of the legal parents or guardians to care for their children's condition. In addition, the Act imposes duties to members of the child's family to inform the patron if they have reasonable grounds that a child has been harmed physically or emotionally as a result of being ill- treated, neglected, abandoned or exposed, or sexually abused. Rationale for family members of children subject to a duty to inform about the possibility that a child is abused is because they are among the closest to the child .They are also likely to find out why a child is being abused. If a child is accused of any offense, the Court For Children shall order the mother and father of the child to be presented in court unless the court is satisfied that it would be unreasonable to require their presence. Children Act 2001 (amended in 2002)
The Th Efforts in Protecting Children e Efforts in Protecting Children The Act also provides that if the guardian abuses, neglects, abandons or exposes the child or causing or permitting the child to be abused, neglected, abandoned or exposed to any cause of physical injury, emotional injury or sexual abuse, then the person has committed an offense under section 31 of the Children Act 2001. The parent or guardian of the child is considered to neglect the child if he does not provide the children food, clothing, medical or dental treatment, accommodation or care. Parent or guardian can be sentenced or fined not more than RM 10,000.00 or imprisonment not exceeding ten years or to both. In addition, the court also may order the person to execute a bond of good behavior. Children Act 2001 (amended in 2002)
NNaational Action Plan ti Th o e i n nvo a lv l eme A nt c of t ch i il o dre n n an P d lan the National Action Plan Children in Malaysia are given the right to speak and be heard. Children's voices are heard through their participation in the evaluation of the First National Action Plan and the drafting of Second National Action Plan.The elements of the Convention on Rights of the Child are taken into account in the drafting of the Second National Action Plan.
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