According to Solvason (2017)
There has been a considerable increase in the need for ethics and professionalism in early childhood education just as in the other levels of education. Primarily, the fundamental principles of the code of ethics in early childhood are founded on the critical and esteemed morals of the early childhood professionals. Besides, the core principles act as a guide for all stakeholders in the profession and therefore facilitate good decision making about the expected ethical responsibilities.
Early Childhood Australia (2018)
States that the principles highlight that every child is unique. Consequently, it is critical that early childhood educator look at each child differently and understand their strengths, interest as well as the ability to contribute to the society. Thus, core principles enhance the objectivity of the professionals and enable them to maximize the potential of each child. Having a good understanding of the uniqueness of each child also allows quick identification of areas of weaknesses.
The core principles
Set out the essential of play and leisure in child development learning and well-being. Besides, they emphasize the importance of reciprocal relationship as well as the collaboration with communities in early childhood education. Consequently, they encourage the creation of strong relationships with the community enhancing the understanding of each child (Early Childhood Australia, 2018). They also facilitate the development of appropriate teaching approaches).
The core principles
Also advocate for the use of play as well as other mechanisms in education, and thus professionals can understand and inculcate it in their teaching activities. Moreover, the core principles promote inclusive practices as well as set out the rights of children and therefore ensure these rights are not abused in such ways as discrimination. Further, the core principles state that specialized knowledge and multiple perspectives enhance effective teaching and learning and thus facilitate the development of dynamic teaching and learning approaches (Early Childhood Australia, 2018).
References
Early Childhood Australia. (2018). Code of Ethics. Retrieved from, http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/our-publications/eca-code-ethics/code-of-ethics-core-principles/
Solvason, C. (2017). Just How Important is Ethics within Early Childhood Research and Professionalism. Journal of Early Childhood Education Research, 6(2), 166-176.
