Understanding ethics in early care and education: revised code and administrator's supplement

Part I. Developing an Awareness of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators

Reviewing the Historical Development of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators

Developing a Draft of the Code (1970s to 1980s)

Developing the Supplement for Program Administrators

"Walking Through" the Conceptual Framework, Content, and Context of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators

The Preamble

The Core Values

The Conceptual Framework

The Ideals

The Principles

Contributions and Benefits of the Code

Supplement for Program Administrators (July 2006)

The Revision Process

Celebrating Our Understanding

NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment

NAEYC Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators

Part II. Moving from an Awareness Level to a Deeper Understanding of the NAEYC Code and Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators

Exploring the Concepts of Personal Self and Professional Self

Examining and Practicing the Tools of Dialogue and Reflection

Celebrating Our Understanding

Part III. Expanding Our Understanding of the Use of the NAEYC Code and the Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators

Exploring a Five-Stage Review Process for Resolving Ethical Dilemmas

Using a Scenario to Practice the Five-Stage Review Process for Resolving Ethical Dilemmas

Celebrating Our Understanding

Part IV. Extending Our Understanding of Ethics in Early Care and Education

Issues in Ethics in Early Care and Education

Thinking in Different Ways About Ethics in Early Care and Education

Celebrating Our Understanding

References and Resources