This book interprets for pre-service and in-service teachers alike the Code of Ethics of the NAEYC.Coverage encourages readers to examine the beliefs that will guide their own ethics and, in so doing, expand their knowledge, skills, and attitudes regarding ethical practice. The authors make excellent use of adult learning principles that engage readers in reflective practices to create an accessible, engaging, and highly interactive text.For future teachers preparing for their first—and subsequent—classrooms.
Developing an Awareness of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators 1Reviewing the Historical Development of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators 3Developing a Draft of the Code (1970s to 1980s) 7Developing the Supplement for Program Administrators 9"Walking Through" the Conceptual Framework, Content, and Context of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators 12The Preamble 14The Core Values 14The Conceptual Framework 15The Ideals 16The Principles 17Contributions and Benefits of the Code 17Supplement for Program Administrators (July 2006) 18The Revision Process 19Celebrating Our Understanding 21NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment 23NAEYC Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators 40Moving from an Awareness Level to a Deeper Understanding of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators 57Exploring the Concepts of Personal Self and Professional Self 59Examining and Practicing the Tools of Dialogue and Reflection 66Celebrating Our Understanding 75Expanding Our Understanding of the Use of the NAEYC Code and the Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators 77Exploring a Five-Stage Review Process for Resolving Ethical Dilemmas 79Using a Scenario to Practice the Five-Stage Review Process for Resolving Ethical Dilemmas 94Celebrating Our Understanding 101Extending Our Understanding of Ethics in Early Care and Education 103Issues in Ethics in Early Care and Education 105Thinking in Different Ways About Ethics in Early Care and Education 112Celebrating Our Understanding 118References and Resources 119