INVESTIGATING THE IMPORTANCE OF ETHICS AND CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS IN EDUCATIONAL ART MUSEUM AND MUSIC THEATRE SETTINGS: A CASE-STUDY OF FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (TECHNICAL) OMOKU, RIVERS STATE

Abstract

This study investigating the importance of ethics and code of conduct for students in art museum and music theatre settings, focusing on the department of Fine and Applied Arts and Music at the Federal College of Education (Technical) Omoku, Nigeria. Using a survey approach, we collected data from 100 students and analyzed the results using descriptive statistics and inferential analysis. Our empirical findings reveal that students strongly disapprove of unethical behaviors such as late reporting, absenteeism, and removing museum or theatre facilities without permission, and many more. The results highlight the need for clear guidelines and orientation to promote responsible art professional practice and adherence to museum and music theatre ethics.