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What is the main focus of EECE 1760?
Ethics and Professional Development.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How is morality related to ethics?
Morality is often considered a subset of ethics, focusing specifically on personal beliefs about right and wrong.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What action does a mother take when her child is bitten in the classroom?
She demands angrily to know the name of the child who bit her son.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What do professional ethics concern?
The kinds of actions that are right and wrong in the workplace.
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What qualities do you expect from a person who is called a professional?
Competence, ethical behavior, accountability, and commitment to their field.
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Role of Early Childhood Educators in Ethics
What role do early childhood educators play in ethics?
Early childhood educators are responsible for modeling ethical behavior and instilling moral values in children.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What is the NAEYC code used for?
To guide ethical practices in early childhood education.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
Where can early childhood educators turn for help when facing ethical dilemmas?
Professional organizations like NAEYC or trusted colleagues.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How do ethics and morality relate to early childhood education?
They guide the behavior and decision-making of educators in their professional practice.
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What does professional behavior include?
Trustworthiness, competence, and other attributes.
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Course Aims and Objectives
What is the focus of the course aims and objectives?
To provide an overview of ethics and professionalism in early childhood education.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What is ethics?
The study of right and wrong, duty and obligation.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What does ethics involve?
Critical reflection on morality and the ability to make choices between values.
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What is professional discretion?
Professional discretion is the ability to make judgments and decisions based on expertise, which is worth protecting and preserving.
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How does professionalism impact early childhood education?
Professionalism ensures that educators maintain high standards of practice, which benefits children's learning and development.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How do ethics differ from morality?
Ethics refers to rules provided by an external source, while morality refers to an individual's own principles regarding right and wrong.
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Criteria for a Profession
What must an individual obtain to be considered a professional?
Specialized educational training.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
Why can't personal values and morality alone guide professional behavior?
Because each person's experience is different, and not everyone has adopted the same values or learned the same moral lessons.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What is an example of ethical deliberation?
Considering the advantages and disadvantages of returning a dropped $100 bill.
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Professionalization Process
What is the continuum of occupations described in the text?
Labourers → emerge professions → semi-profession → truly professions.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What should you do if you encounter problems in early childhood education?
Seek help from colleagues or professional resources.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What advice would you give to a friend facing ethical challenges in early childhood education?
Encourage them to seek guidance and reflect on the NAEYC code.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What might be a response to a child's behavior that has hurt others?
Implementing strategies to address and modify the child's behavior.
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Distinction Between Profession and Professionalism
What is the difference between 'profession', 'professional', 'professionalism', and 'professionalization'?
'Profession' refers to a field of work, 'professional' describes someone engaged in that field, 'professionalism' is the conduct expected of a professional, and 'professionalization' is the process of becoming a recognized profession.
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What is the commitment of a professional to society?
To serve the public good.
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Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
What factors contribute to considering someone a professional?
Their skills, ethical standards, and dedication to their role.
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Role of Early Childhood Educators in Ethics
What is a key aspect of the work of early childhood educators?
Their work is complex, intense, and intimate.
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What does '專業化精神' refer to?
It refers to the spirit of professionalism and commitment to high standards in a profession.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What is the mother's concern regarding her 4-year-old's nap at school?
She worries that if he naps at school, he won't be able to fall asleep at night.
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What does Fournier mean by 'disciplinary logic' in relation to professionalism?
It inscribes 'autonomous' professional practice within a network of accountability and governs professional conduct at a distance.
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What role do professional values and ethics play in early childhood education?
They support individuals in doing their best for those they serve.
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Professionalization Process
What are the main interests that professionalization aims to protect?
Practitioners' salary, status, power, and monopoly protection of occupational jurisdiction.
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Criteria for a Profession
How should a professional respond to situations in the workplace?
The decision about how to act needs to be responsive to the specifics of a situation while being guided by the standards of practice.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What behavior do the teachers you work with often engage in?
They often gossip about children and their families.
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Professionalization Process
What is professionalization?
The process of developing and maintaining the standards and practices of a profession.
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What do professionals use their knowledge and skills for?
To achieve specific outcomes, follow accepted standards, and require judgment to decide on appropriate action.
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What are the two key aspects of professionalism mentioned?
Occupational value and expert judgment.
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Professionalization Process
What does Kenneth Kipnis suggest about professional status?
Professional status is a continuum and not an all-or-nothing affair.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What is a natural response for educators when facing ethical issues?
To rely on personal morality, good judgment, and past experience.
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Criteria for a Profession
What does the term 'profession' originally mean?
A solemn declaration or vow made by a person entering a religious order.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What are some key words associated with moral issues?
Right, ought, just, and fair.
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What role do professional institutions/associations play in professionalism?
They provide codes of ethics, licensing, admission procedures, and oversee competence and discipline.
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What does autonomy in a profession refer to?
Self-governance that results in internal control over service quality.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What is Ethics?
Ethics refers to the principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What is a potential consequence of a child's rough and unruly behavior in the classroom?
Other children become fearful, and parents begin to complain.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How are ethics and morality defined in the context of early childhood education?
Ethics refers to the principles that govern behavior, while morality relates to the distinction between right and wrong.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
How do experienced early childhood educators typically handle problems?
By relying on common sense and best judgment.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What influences decision-making in early childhood education?
Personal beliefs, values, and morality.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How do professional moral principles differ from personal preferences?
They tell practitioners what they ought to do and what they ought not to do, rather than being statements of taste or preference.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What should you consider when a child shows signs of physical abuse?
The ethical responsibility to report and protect the child.
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Which division offers the EECE 1760 course?
Early Childhood and Elementary Education Division.
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Criteria for a Profession
What is necessary for professionals after graduating from an accredited program?
They may need to take an examination to receive a license to practice.
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Criteria for a Profession
How are professions characterized in terms of their orientation?
Altruistic and service-oriented rather than profit-oriented.
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Would you consider Principal Wong as a professional?
Yes, if he demonstrates the qualities expected of a professional.
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Criteria for a Profession
What defines a professional?
A professional is someone who is qualified and skilled in a specific field, adhering to ethical standards and practices.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What is the situation described in the text?
It has been raining for days, and children are restless indoors.
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What role does an early childhood educator play in professionalism?
An early childhood educator is responsible for fostering a safe and nurturing environment while adhering to ethical standards.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What do early childhood educators often confront in their daily work?
Potential conflicts related to ethics and morality.
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What is a key characteristic of a professional?
Committing to a job done well.
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Professionalization Process
What is professionalization?
The process to achieve the status of profession, focusing on developing and maintaining the closure of the occupational group.
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What is professionalism in the context of early childhood education?
It is the image or ideology of professionalism as an occupational value involving various aspects such as control of work systems and processes.
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Why were the services of professions historically highly valued?
Because they served society and professionals were committed to meeting important societal needs.
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Criteria for a Profession
What defines a professional?
A professional is a person who carries out the work of a profession.
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Professionalization Process
What is the nature of a profession according to the text?
A profession is dynamic and not static.
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What does Fournier (1999) consider professionalism to be?
A disciplinary mechanism in new occupational contexts.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What is the significance of ethics in early childhood education?
Ethics guide educators in making decisions that affect the well-being and development of children.
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What specific behaviors demonstrated professionalism in your example?
The professional showed respect, empathy, and a strong work ethic, ensuring quality service.
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How is the term 'professional' often misused?
It is sometimes used to describe something as worthy even when it is not meaningful in the context.
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Criteria for a Profession
What is a key commitment of a profession?
Serving a significant social value.
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What is the importance of discretionary judgment in professionalism?
It allows for assessment, evaluation, and decision-making in complex cases, including confidential advice-giving.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What is morality?
Morality refers to the principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How does Ethics differ from Morality?
Ethics is a systematic approach to understanding what is right and wrong, while morality refers to the beliefs and values that individuals hold.
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What is professionalism in early childhood education?
Professionalism refers to the conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize a professional person, including adherence to ethical standards and commitment to the well-being of children.
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Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
What is professionalism?
Professionalism is the expertise held by a professional and the ways that person utilizes her knowledge and skills to serve society.
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Why is professionalism important in early childhood education?
Professionalism ensures high standards of practice, accountability, and respect in the educational environment.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What is the relationship between ethics and morality?
Ethics refers to the rules provided by an external source, while morality refers to an individual's own principles regarding right and wrong.
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Professionalization Process
What are the four phases of professionalization mentioned?
Pre-professional, autonomous professional, collegial professional, post-professional.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What does a teacher from another class offer to help with the situation?
A new, full-length, animated superhero video.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What is the main challenge faced by the educator in this scenario?
Helping children stay busy inside due to restlessness.
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Distinction Between Profession and Professionalism
How do professionals differ from other workers?
Professionals often have a commitment to ethical practices, ongoing education, and a higher level of accountability.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What is necessary for individuals to deal with ethical issues in their work?
More than just their personal values and morality.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
How does a good relationship with a child's family affect your response to signs of abuse?
It may complicate the decision-making process regarding reporting the abuse.
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Which institution offers the EECE 1760 course?
Hong Kong Baptist University.
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Professionalization Process
Why is the concept of professionalization important?
It is crucial for analyzing newly emerging occupations seeking status and recognition.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What issue arises from your co-teacher's inattentiveness?
You find yourself supervising the children alone much of the time.
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Criteria for a Profession
What defines a profession?
A profession is a paid occupation that requires specialized training, education, and skills.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What is a key ethical consideration when dealing with incidents of aggression among children?
Maintaining confidentiality regarding the identities of the children involved.
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Role of Early Childhood Educators in Ethics
What role do early childhood educators play in ethics?
They are responsible for modeling ethical behavior and making ethical decisions in their practice.
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What does professional status imply?
A relationship of mutual trust between society and the profession.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
Why does the mother need her child to be well-rested?
So they will both be rested and on time the next day.
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Professionalization Process
How can an occupation change its professional status?
An occupation can change its position along the continuum.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How is morality defined?
As people's views of what is good, right, or proper; their beliefs about obligations; and ideas about behavior.
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Criteria for a Profession
What does the second criterion state about training in a profession?
It requires practitioners to participate in prolonged training based on principles that involve judgment for their application.
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What is meant by collegial authority in professionalism?
It refers to legitimacy, mutual support, and cooperation among practitioners.
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What impact did the historical origins of professions have on their current view?
They contribute to the view that professions serve society and professionals enjoy respect and influence.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How do ethics and morality relate to early childhood education?
Ethics and morality guide educators in making decisions that affect the welfare and development of children, ensuring that their actions align with professional standards.
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Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
What does 專業精神 (professional spirit) imply in the context of early childhood education?
專業精神 emphasizes the importance of dedication, responsibility, and ethical behavior in the practice of early childhood education.
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How does the discourse of professionalism function in large privatized service companies?
It works to inculcate 'appropriate' work identities, conducts, and practices.
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What are key indicators of professional practice?
Indicators include adherence to ethical standards, specialized knowledge, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
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What behaviors contribute to professionalism in the workplace?
Punctuality, appropriate dress, ability to get along with coworkers, and a pleasant manner.
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Criteria for a Profession
What is the first criterion for an occupation to be considered a profession according to Feeney (2012)?
A profession has a specialized body of knowledge and expertise based on theory, applied according to the particular needs of each case.
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Criteria for a Profession
What were historically referred to as the 'learned professions'?
Law, medicine, and the ministry.
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Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
What contributes to the development of strong occupational identities in early childhood education?
Common education, training, and a strong sense of purpose regarding the significance of the work.
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Distinction Between Profession and Professionalism
What distinguishes a profession from other occupations?
A profession typically requires specialized education, training, and adherence to ethical standards.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What is the significance of ethics in professional development for early childhood educators?
Ethics guide educators in their decision-making and interactions, ensuring they uphold standards of practice.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How is the term 'ethics' used in this context?
To refer to conscious deliberation regarding moral choices.
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What does providing reliable, competent service signify?
It is a characteristic of professionalism.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What role does the NAEYC code play in situations of suspected abuse?
It provides ethical guidelines for educators to follow in such situations.
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Professionalization Process
Which fields are mentioned as examples of newly emerging occupations?
IT consultancy, human resources management, psychology, and social care work.
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How do trust and confidence manifest in professional relationships?
They characterize the relationships between practitioners and clients, employers, and fellow practitioners.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
How are ethics and morality related?
Both involve the human ability to make choices among values and decisions about right and wrong.
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Can you give an example of a professional who exemplified professionalism?
Yes, a doctor who listened attentively, communicated clearly, and maintained confidentiality.
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What does getting paid for what you do imply in a professional context?
It reflects the value of the work performed.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
When do the roots of personal morality begin to form?
In early childhood years.
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Why is shared education and training important in professionalism?
It fosters common and lengthy periods of education, training, and apprenticeship, contributing to professional identity.
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What is the appeal of the ideology of professionalism?
It involves a number of different aspects that may not have been operational or may have been operational for short periods in limited occupational groups.
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Criteria for a Profession
What is the earliest meaning of 'to profess'?
To make a fundamental commitment to work for something worthwhile.
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Criteria for a Profession
Why is a profession sometimes referred to as a 'calling'?
Due to its religious origins and service orientation.
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Criteria for a Profession
What is the primary goal of a profession?
Meeting the needs of others.
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Criteria for a Profession
What do members of a profession agree upon according to Feeney (2012)?
They agree on standards of practice, which are recommended procedures for dealing with situations regularly encountered in the workplace.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What does a code of ethics outline for a profession?
The profession’s moral obligations to society and guidelines for moral behavior.
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Ethical Decision-Making in Education
What is the source of the ethical dilemma in this situation?
Balancing the child's need for rest with the mother's concerns about nighttime sleep.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What is a key ethical guideline for educators when dealing with suspected abuse?
To prioritize the child's safety and well-being above all else.
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Professionalization Process
What do newly emerging occupations often seek through professionalization?
Standardization of education, training, and qualifications for practice.
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How are professions related to moral and ethical elements?
Professions are imbued with moral and ethical elements, suggesting that professionals' roles are extensions of moral character.
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Challenges Faced by Early Childhood Educators
What is a potential challenge for educators when addressing suspected abuse in a familiar family?
Balancing personal relationships with professional responsibilities.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What influences the development of personal morality?
Standards of behavior established by adults in home, place of worship, and neighborhood.
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Criteria for a Profession
What distinguishes a profession in society?
It is recognized as the only group that can perform its specialized functions.
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Criteria for a Profession
What are the entry requirements for a profession as per Feeney (2012)?
There are rigorous requirements for entry into training, controlled by members of the profession, and training is delivered in accredited institutions.
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Definitions of Ethics and Morality
What are some early lessons in morality learned from families?
Telling the truth, being fair, putting family first, respecting elders, and treating others with respect.
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Importance of a Code of Ethics
What is the purpose of a code of ethics in a profession?
To assure society that it will serve the public good.
