How about a Socratic Oath for Educators?

“That More May Learn More”

--ICOSE--

International Community of Socratic Educators

--Founding Charter Principles—

As a member of the Socratic Community, I hereby attest:

1. That the desire and capacity to learn is inborn within me and others...

2. That a spectrum of talents and gifts is possessed by each of us...

3. That I respect the dignity, worth and uniqueness of each learner...

4. That my talents have been given to me to be developed,

to be shared and to leave the world better for my being here...

5. That I am privileged to be called as an educator, and entrusted with the passing on of our culture,

the world’s knowledge and our collective bests...

6. That I shall always remain open to the insights and gifts that others bring,

and add them to my own store of knowledge for sharing with others...

7. That I will stand up for my beliefs and principles, but always thoughtfully consider and respect the same in others who may differ with me...

8. That I will admit my error or change my stance when confronted with incontrovertible evidence to the contrary, no matter the personal risk...

9. That I will suffer the unsettling experiences and stresses that accompany the risks of learning more and espousing the new and unknown...

10. That I will join in and help establish the many circles of learning that are a part of my learning life and Professional Learning Network...

11. That I will persist in my efforts to grow as a person and share as a teacher and educator as long as I live...

12. That I will remain committed to my Socratic oath: “That More May Learn More!” and more!

=== Established: July 3, 1999 By Dr. Tom King St. Paul, Minnesota