cd 38 chapter 13 pp.ppt revised oct 2016

Chapter 13: Contributing to the

ProfessionPlanning and Administering Early Childhood Programs

Tenth EditionNancy FreemanCelia A. DeckerJohn R. Decker

Prepared by:Nancy K. Freeman

Tere HolmesKris Curtis

Adapted by: Katy Kelley

Freeman/Decker/Decker, Planning and Administering Early Childhood Programs, 10e© 2012, 2008, 2005, 2001, 1995 by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Characteristics of ProfessionsBelow are some of the attributes regarding whether an occupation is moving toward a profession:•Having specialized knowledge•Rigorous requirements for entry•Follows standards of a practice•Provides a vital service•Guided by a code of ethics


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Where does Early Care and Education lie on the professional

continuum?

Specialized Professions, such asdoctors, lawyers, etc.

Occupations that typically do not require any experience or specialized skills


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NAEYC Code of Professional Ethics•1st adopted in 1989•Revised in 1992, 1997, and 2005•Reaffirmed and Updated, 2011•Supplements extend the Code

–Adult Educators (2004)–Program Administrators (2006)

○Reaffirmed and Updated, 2011


NAEYC Code of Ethics Activity Select 1 ideal or principle from each of the

NAEYC Code of Ethics-4 Sections (see below), that has a personal value to you & explain why with your partner or small group.

o Section I-Ethical Responsibilities to Childreno Section II-Ethical Responsibilities to Familieso Section III-Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues o Section IV-Ethical Responsibilities to Community & Society

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Becoming an advocate•Individual advocacy

–Advocacy for specific children or families–Sharing your informed views with individuals or groups to raise their awareness about an issue

•Collective advocacy: Involves professionals working together on half of a group of people.–Public policy advocacy-Influence public policy & practices

–Private-sector advocacy-Includes efforts to make the workplace more family friendly (i.e., employer-sponsored child care)


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What are the contents of an advocate’s toolbox?

•Position statements of professional organizations- A formalized stance on issues related to it’s mission (i.e., NAEYC)

•Briefing papers-Typically describes the problem and a proposed policy

•Talking points-Short & to the point, which includes “sound bites” based on the position

•Key facts handouts-Basic facts regarding the issue


What are the contents of an advocate’s toolbox? (continued)

•Concrete examples to demonstrate the importance of an issue & the recommendations

•Action Alerts-Tools advocates use to mobilize their support network (i.e., emails to encourage a vote in support of a bill under consideration)

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Video Clip-Be an Early Childhood Advocate

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The Ounce (overview) Who We Are Since 1982, the Ounce of Prevention Fund has persistently pursued a single goal: that all American children—particularly those born into poverty—have quality early childhood experiences in the crucial first five years of life. - See more at: http://www.theounce.orgPolicy/Advocacy The Ounce works to ensure that public policies and adequate funding are in place to give vulnerable children access to voluntary, high-quality early childhood programs.

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Reflection

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• When you hear the word advocate, what comes to mind?

• How are you an early childhood advocate?


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Important Considerations•Some agencies or organizations do not permit their employees to take a public stand on controversial issues.

•Be certain you are following your employer’s policies related to advocacy activities.

•If you can’t speak out publically you might share information with friends and family – they might become inspired advocates.


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Helping others enter the profession

•Be a resource for potential early childhood professionals

•Welcome student teachers, interns, etc.•Be a Mentor •Encourage emerging leaders


Video Clip-Administration & Supervision/Mentoring

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Reflection (in pairs) Regarding Video Clip

• What strategies did the mentor use that you feel were effective?

• Was there anything else that she could have added or done differently?

• What ways do you mentor others?

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Contribute to the profession by welcoming research

•Research that has been approved by an appropriate Institutional Review Board (IRB). This includes the review of procedures to obtain consent and to ensure privacy of participants

•Action Research-Which is sometimes called teacher research (i.e., teachers explore practical questions within their work to enhance practices)


Follow-up Read Chapter 13 & review this week’s

PowerPoint Continue to work on Assignment-Family

Engagement Plan and Workshop Presentation Summary-due on 11/29

Prepare for Quiz # 3-Chapters 12 & 13-due on 12/13

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