Examining Codes of Ethics

Three ideals contained in the NAEYC and DEC codes of ethics: 1. To be familiar wit the knowledge case of early childhood care and education and to stay informed through continuing education and training. This is important to me because as an early childhood professional, I plan to be a life-long learner. In order to be a life-long learner, I must continue my education and training. 2. To recognize and respect the unigue qualities, abilities, and potential of each child. We must remember that all children are different and they learn, grow, and develope in different ways. We must observe, assess, and evaluate each child in order to plan developmentally appropriate activities according to the qualities, abilities, and potential of each child. 3. To create and maintain safe and healthy settings that foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development and that respect their dignity and their contributions. In order for children to grow and learn, the setting must be safe and healthy. The area should be clean, lots of light, cheerful, and inviting. There should be lots of games and toys so that children can interact which will help promote their social development. Outdoor areas must also be safe and healthy. Playground equipment should also be safe for the children.