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Why is it important to understand and use the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct?

The code can help professionals make decisions based on what is right rather than what is popular, expedient, or easy.

What is the first question to ask yourself as you join the early childhood field?

What will my salary be?

An ethical dilemma

is a situation where the good of one group or individual is in conflict with the good of another.

Which of the following is NOT one of the statements of commitment in the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct?

Adopt and use teaching practices based on recommended standards.

What is the contemporary view of readiness?

Readiness is determined by a child's skills, a school's readiness and the support of the family and the community.

Which of the following sets standards for safety and health and minimal levels of educational requirements that child care staff must obtain?

State licensing programs

Which is NOT an example of the work of professional organizations?

They determine the curriculum and standards used in the field.

Which of the following is a current issue in the early childhood field?

accountability

Which of the following is a component of quality in an early childhood program as determined by contemporary research?

comprehensive support services

n the United States who is mainly responsible for the cared and education of young children?

families

One advantage of teaching in publicly funded pre-K or elementary programs is

generally higher salaries.

Good communication skills and the ability to develop positive relationships are two components of which aspect of professionalism?

professional behavior

Which of the following is NOT one of the nine areas of knowledge and skill identified in the Early Childhood Preparation Standards?

skill in writing curriculum plans

When early childhood programs believe that the primary goal of early education is the acquisition of knowledge and skills, they are committed to which approach to curriculum and teaching?

the academic approach

An early childhood professional is a person who has acquired

the knowledge and skills that are necessary to work effectively with young children.

The philosophy that guides an early childhood educator's professional conduct

will evolve and change throughout that educator's professional career.