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Is it legal and unethical for a university to retain 88-year-old teachers to resume teaching after retirement?

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Is it legal and unethical for a university to retain 88-year-old teachers to resume teaching after retirement? Retaining 88-year-old teachers can be a complex issue involving both legal and ethical considerations. Legally, if there are no mandatory retirement age laws or if the university has the discretion to rehire retired teachers, it may be permissible. Ethically, it raises questions about whether the teacher can still effectively perform their duties and provide quality education.

There could be concerns about the teachers’ physical and cognitive abilities to handle the demands of teaching. On the other hand, the teachers’ extensive experience and expertise could be invaluable to the students and the institution. It is important to consider whether the university has assessed the teachers’ capabilities to ensure they meet the required standards.

The decision should also be fair to other qualified candidates who may be seeking employment opportunities. Transparency in the decision-making process is crucial to avoid any perceptions of favoritism or discrimination. Ultimately, the university must balance the benefits of retaining experienced teachers with the ethical considerations of ensuring quality education and fair employment practices.
 
If there is no law speaking against this, then there is nothing wrong with this act legally but looking at it from another point of view, will this persons at this age be able to function effectively?
 
eLdavis said:
If there is no law speaking against this, then there is nothing wrong with this act legally but looking at it from another point of view, will this persons at this age be able to function effectively?
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I guess not, as I see here, those who are still teaching despite being in their 80s . They cannot walk properly. One uses a cane, which is not good to see by the students.. We have 3 teachers at the university where I work, already in their 80s. I wonder why they do not like to rest. They will only exit once they die.
 
Here, there is no law prohibiting someone to teach at the university at an old age, as long as s(he) is physically and mentally fit. Usually, these people just teach once or twice a week, for 2-3 hours. They are the honorary professors.
 
Those who are still teaching at the university are most retired Deans, or chairpersons. It's better for them to enjoy life outside the four walls in the classroom. They still vary 5 loads which is crucial for their health.
 
Trush Jodie said:
Maybe that 88 year old professor has expertise that isn't available in the set of staff that are available currently in the organization.
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Teachers in their department are all Ph. Ds. She doesn't like to retire, She said she will die if stays at home. It's very illogical reasoning considering her age She will turn 89 in December. She better retires to enjoy life and students don't like old teacher. Her voice isn't loud and clear as what the feedback said per se.
 
SilverLance said:
Retirement could give her the opportunity to rest and enjoy other things in life.
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The problem with this old professor is that she doesn't like to stay at home. She thinks that she will die when she stays at home; she fears that she is now facing her final days.
 
Madam is given 5 loads to handle every MWF, and these subjects require ample preparation. She hired a private secretary to do her tasks and even brought her into her classroom to assist her. She is limping. She should not be greedy.
 
SilverLance said:
That's a heavy workload for someone her age, and relying on a secretary shows she’s really struggling.
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Indeed, she's struggling, but continues to punish her health. She should embrace her retirement and live stress - free. Greediness kills.
 
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