Full Description
This updated third edition of the bestselling Ethics and the Early Childhood Educator seeks to inform and guide those who work with children and families through the tough decisions they must confront. Feeney and Freeman provide new, well-chosen examples and questions that not only clarify key points about ethical conduct and decision-making but also stimulate reflection and discussion on critical issues confronting early childhood educators.
Contents
Foreword
Preface
Chapter 1: An Introduction to Ethics
Chapter 2: The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
Chapter 3: Addressing Ethical Issues
Chapter 4: Ethical Responsibilities to Children
Chapter 5: Ethical Responsibilities to Families
Chapter 6: Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues
Chapter 7: Ethical Responsibilities to Community and Society
Chapter 8: The Code of Ethics and You
Reflection Questions
Glossary
References
Appendix A: History and Development of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Its Supplements
Appendix B: NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment
Appendix C: Code of Ethical Conduct—Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administrators
Acknowledgments
About the Authors