Lesson 10 : Teaching as a Vocation, Mission and Profession

Question 1

comes from the Latin word “vocare” which means to call.

Answer 1

VOCATION

Question 2

Teachers are summoned to teach because they have a__________ in partaking in the total formation and transformation of young people. It is a self-giving or self-emptying enterprise, allowing them to partake in the development of humanity.

Answer 2

STRONG INCLINATION

Question 3

Teachers who positively responded to their calling perceive teaching as a ___________.

Answer 3

LIFETIME COMMITTMENT

Question 4

The term “mission” comes from the Latin word, _________ which means to send. Missioning therefore connotes sending one or an organized group to accomplish a
mission.

Answer 4

MISIO

Question 5

Its root word is “profess” which
means to show, demonstrate or manifest.

Answer 5

PROFESSION

Question 6

The end goal of a profession is _______.

Answer 6

SERVICE

Question 7

A professional is one who professes the following: (Characteristics of a Professional)

Answer 7

1. A specialized knowledge base (technical culture)
2. A commitment to meeting client needs (service ethics)
3. A strong collective identity (professional commitment)
4. A collegial as against bureaucratic control over practice and professional standards
   (professional autonomy)