It hasn't happened yet but I'm afraid I might have teachers that curse next semester. I was shocked the first time I heard a teacher tell us "Your grades suck!" but after that someone told me that her teacher curses and called her a b*tch. If a teacher called me a b*tch I would be very upset by it. Idk how many teachers curse but I will get cussed out by a teacher or something next simester, so if that happens what should I do? Don't give me any of those "Studens curse all the time, why shouldn't teachers?" answers because I practicaly never curse. I'm a little confused with if teachers are allowed to curse because I've had a teacher who went out of his way to not say sucks, and I quote "Now, theres a word in this chapter and I know you're gunna wanna say it, but don't" "What word!?" "Starts, with 'S' and rymes with 'Ducks'" and he said he could get in trouble for saying it.
2006-12-15 13:43:49 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
If they do that and you are offended, then stay after class and try to express to them that their vocabulary is offensive not only to you but possibly to some of the other students.
If they blow you off, go to the Principal, Vice/Asst Principal, or Dean of Students. They should be able to assist in toning them down.
Teachers should be role models for young minds. Not encouraging them to curse like sailors.
But keep in mind also, that occasionally, many people will let one slip who don't normally use that language. So, if it isn't a normal part of their vocabulary, then let it go and try to be more tolerant.
However, I wouldn't take a personal insult like being called a "b" at all. That would require action.
One last thing: You seem awfully certain that this is going to happen. Try to relax a little and not forecast doom quite so much!
2006-12-15 13:52:26 · answer #1 · answered by Goyo 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
First off "sucks" is not a curse word. "That sucks!" I not a curse. The whole actual phrase is "That sucks wind" I believe it is an archaic reference to old prop driven airplanes.
Secondly if you go with the more modern meaning to the above phrase that would still not be a curse. A course would be "D##n you." You would be saying you wish the person to be banished from God's love. Similarly "Go to H##l:" would be a curse. ""Sh#t" is not. it is a reference to a bodliy function.
Do you get the picture? Phrases like "That sucks." are actually just very , very poor and rude English. The word sh#t is a very good for instance. It was at one time proper English and the past tense is shat. But our society now finds it objectionable to talk about bodily functions so **** is now a bad word. A crude, rude word. Vulgar which does not actually mean dirty as in referring to sex but it means low and common, rude and crude.
Now having said all that stop fearing words. If someones vocabulary is so lacking they have to resort to low, crude English feel sorry for them.
Teachers are suppose to be educated and setting examples. It does not matter if it a curse, a vulgar term, or bad slang. If a teacher is rude report him or her. Stupid is not a curse word, a sexual reference, or low English. But for a teacher to refer to you or another student as stupid would be terribley rude! Do you see what I mean? Report rudeness! Tell your school counsler, the principle, or the Dean.
Educators need to educate in the correct direction. If they can not hold themselves to a bit higher standards than the rest of the poplulatoin then they have no business teaching young people
2006-12-15 14:14:08 · answer #2 · answered by raredawn 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't worry about teachers cursing at you. Most don't. I've never known one to curse at me, in fact, throughout my academic career.
If you ever find yourself uncomfortable with the behavior, there are a few things you can do. If you're in high school, you should go to your guidance counselor or the principal and discuss your feelings so that they can act as a moderator to help settle the issue of discomfort. If you're in college, visit one of the college counselors and discuss this to provide moderation. You should probably not try to confront the teacher on your own. This can cause a number of problems, including an argument or miscommunication. You also might not be taken seriously if you do. If you feel comfortable with that teacher, it might be all right to try, but a neutral authority figure is a better route to use.
2006-12-15 13:54:32 · answer #3 · answered by Meredia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Professionals , including teachers should not use explicative language unless its part of literature vocabulary and its explained as such (the way your last teacher did) . If you ever are cursed out by a teacher you and your parents have the right and responsibility to complain to the principal. Its the only way it will stop. This is of course assuming the curse word wasnt a random "slip of the tongue" Every now and then people might mistakenly use a word they shouldnt but usually they apologize for it.
2006-12-15 15:14:32 · answer #4 · answered by fancyname 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If that happens you should follow the "chain of command." First, talk to your teacher (I know this may be hard to do.) Let them know it upset you. If they blow it off, or if it happens again after an apology, you need to go see your principal. Believe me, they want to know about these kind of things. If it happens again, go back to the principal and if you don't get satisfaction there, go with your parents to the Superintendent.
A teacher getting frustrated and using foul words in general is one thing- a teacher actually addressing a student as a "b...." is quite another! That is not acceptable.
2006-12-15 13:55:43 · answer #5 · answered by Stacy B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell someone you trust. If a teacher really offends you, talk to the principal at your school, or ask another teacher or a parent to talk to them for you. You are right, it is not correct for teachers to be showing a bad example to students. If you still don't get anywhere, don't give up! Try getting some of your friends who are also offended together and keep telling people...write a letter to the superintendent of your school district or something. I hope this helps!
2006-12-15 13:51:37 · answer #6 · answered by thingstealer 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it bothers you enough that you can not focus in class then you need to talk to someone about getting into a different class. I had a teacher once that for some reason he didn't like me and I would turn in my work and he would tell me that I didn't. He was failing me and I finally told my mom that I was positive that I had turned in the work and so she helped me prove it and the teacher got into trouble and I switched classes. I don't know why teachers are like that sometimes they just are but you have to do something about it. you cant let them get away with it.
2006-12-15 13:59:49 · answer #7 · answered by Erica 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No they should not use that language in high school. If it makes you uncomfortable, inform an administrator. Teachers will have to be surroundings well examples for you teenagers. I do not like lecturers like that, they you need to be the "cool" instructor. Try simply being an educator.
2016-09-03 15:47:40 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're upset or offended at a teacher, talk to your parent, principal, or guidance counsellor. If a teacher cusses you out, you need to talk to someone, there is no reason ANY teacher should do that.
2006-12-15 14:13:11 · answer #9 · answered by bon b 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would talk to the teacher privately and let that person know that you did not appreciate their language. It is not professional for the teachers to act this way and if they do go to their supervisor.
2006-12-15 13:54:32 · answer #10 · answered by glamour04111 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋