Discusses key features of a conceptual framework for early childhood professional development that is designed to achieve the advantages of professionalization, minimize the potential negative effects of professionalization, and result in higher quality early childhood programs for all young children and their families. (MDM)

Proposes a four-phase model to promote ethical literacy among preservice and practicing early childhood teachers: awareness, differentiation, analysis of ethical dilemmas, and application of the NAEYC Code in daily practice. Includes a sample case for ethics discussion. Each phase includes a rationale, common myths about professional ethics, and…