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ERIC Number: EJ1377195
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022
Pages: 26
Abstractor: As Provided
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EISSN: EISSN-1099-839X
School District Policies Regarding Appropriate Teacher-Student Relationships: What's Missing and What Matters?
Russell, Kristan N.; Burnham, Melissa M.; Trescher, Sarah A.; Knoche, Victoria A.
Current Issues in Education, v23 n1 2022
Reports of sexual relationships between teachers and their students have risen across the country. This study qualitatively examines existing school district policies in Nevada to determine what the existing policies cover, how the potential consequences are outlined, whether the policies give teachers guidance on how to navigate tricky ethical situations, and lastly, what information is not covered within these policies. Our findings indicate that most districts use required boilerplate language about sexual harassment but lack specific guidance for navigating complex situations where boundaries seem to get crossed (e.g., social media). We conclude with recommendations for policy reform and continued education.
Arizona State University, Mary Lou Fulton Institute and Graduate School of Education. Deans Office, P.O. Box 870211 Payne 108, Tempe, AZ 85287. Tel: 480-965-3306; Fax: 480-965-6231; e-mail: cie@asu.edu; Web site: https://cie.asu.edu/ojs/index.php/cieatasu
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Nevada
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