Visible Tattoos

Paper Summary:

In this article, the writer discusses and reviews issues associated with teacher appearance. Specifically, the writer looks at body modification and assesses its effects on career, assumptions of professionalism, and classroom atmosphere. The writer first reviews literature and then discusses current regulations regarding teacher dress codes and restrictions. Further, the writer assesses qualitative findings regarding the effect of body modification on the career and classroom.

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Abstract
Introduction
Statement of Problem
Review of Literature
Hypothesis
Research Questions
Methodology
Analysis of Data
Findings
Discussion
Conclusion
Appendix: Consent Form

From the Paper:

"What is not rare is administrative policing of teacher's expressions of independence and personality and this is especially true of appearance. Though it is clear that jumping from actual crimes perpetrated by teachers (most of whom you will note are markedly mainstream in appearance) and or administrators to ideas regarding appearance may be a stretch it is an accepted maxim of culture for individuals to assume that one's appearance is a reflection of how they live and what they spend their free time doing. Sadly, it seems that the sensationalized cases rarely reflect this stereotype as we see on the news when suspects of crime are displayed to the public. Yet, this does not seem to change the pervasive influence of assumptions regarding appearance. Teachers in many schools often follow strict guidelines regarding dress codes and other personal forms of expression, and are often policed into doing so by administrators as well as by those who hire and fire teachers and administrators in districts."

Sample of Sources Used:

• DeMello, M. (2000), Bodies of Inscription: A cultural history of the modern tattoo community. Duke University Press.
• Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center, (2007) Career Planning & Skills: Professional Dress http://courts.michigan.gov/plc/CareersProfessionalDress.pdf
• Million, J. (Jan 2004) Dress Codes For Teachers? Educational Digest.
• Muther, C. (March 16, 2006) Visible Ink. The Boston Globe Online http://www.boston.com/yourlife/fashion/articles/2006/03/16/visible_ink/
• NPR: Talk of the Nation, (Aug 2, 2007) Tattoos No Longer Reserved for the Rebellious http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=12449048

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