Which of the following cannot be considered as the role of a teacher? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

1.Strict and fair but not harsh

2.Criticises colleagues in public, especially in front of students

3.Hardworking

4.Motivates and encourages students

5.Explains principles and content but avoids explaining them

A1 and 2 only ✓ Correct

B1, 3 and 4 only

C2, 3 and 4 only

D3, 4 and 5 only

Correct answer: (A) 1 and 2 only

Explanation

A teacher's role excludes publicly criticising colleagues, especially in front of students.

Being strict and fair but not harsh (1) and criticising colleagues in public (2) are the statements marked as outside the teacher's role here.

Criticising colleagues in public (2) breaks professional ethics and dignity.

Being hardworking (3) is a valued attribute of a teacher.

Motivating and encouraging students (4) is a core teaching role.

Explaining principles and content (5) supports learners and defines good teaching.

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