Ethics in early childhood classrooms: A framework for educators
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We welcome back Dr. Kym Vanderbilt of Lehman College, this time joined by her former students, Kelsey Nova and Cyndhia Silvero. We discuss how Dr. Vanderbilt’s graduate students create case studies based on ethical challenges they themselves have faced. Ms. Nova and Ms. Silvero share their own case studies. We also discuss the ongoing struggle for fair compensation for early childhood educators, especially assistant teachers and education directors. Overview 00:15-00:40 Intros 00:40-02:26 Objectives in assigning scenarios of ethically complex situations 02:26-05:06 Kelsey’s ethical dilemma scenario 05:06-06:14 Potential solutions 06:14-08:13 Cyndhia’s ethical dilemma scenario 08:13-09:14 Improving children’s experiences at more elite schools 09:14-10:37 Making schools more sensitive to cultural diversity 10:37-14:51 Does the State encourage teacher ed classes that discuss ethical issues 14:51-15:25 Penalty Kick video promo 15:25-17:00 Codes of ethics 17:00-23:28 Issues to resolve for high quality early childhood programs 23:28-26:55 Special ed issues 26:55-28:58 Why do these issues exist? 28:58-32:52 Denials/evaluations 32:52-39:50 Issues for early childhood staff as employees: Autonomy vs compliance, staff pay and disparities 39:50-42:38 “Making this a career that people can stay in.” 42:38-43:50 Outro Transcript Click here to see the full transcription of this episode. Soundtrack by Poddington Bear
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