Ech205 Wk 5 Discussion Ethical Dilemma

Consider this ethical dilemma as paraphrased from Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education: Karen, an experienced preschool teacher who diligently employs a developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) curriculum in her classroom, has observed another preschool teacher (coworker) making her students sit for long periods of time at a desk writing the alphabet over and over again. Karen confronts the teacher asking why she assigned this activity, and the teacher replies that parents want their children to be able to write before entering kindergarten and that it is a good way to get children prepared for the tougher environment of elementary school. The teacher knows that she is not following the school’s curriculum approach and asks Karen not to tell the director because she needs to keep her job. Karen knows that the children’s needs are important, but she does not want to jeopardize the teacher’s employment or her own reputation. (Morrison, G. S., Woika, M. J., & Breffni, L., 2020, p. 37) Review the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for guidance on this scenario. Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words: • Should Karen share her concerns with the program director, or should she keep quiet and do nothing? Explain your answer. • What developmentally appropriate practices (DAPs) would you recommend to the teacher that would teach the same objective(s)? Review the College’s Conceptual Framework. • How does this topic link to the College’s Conceptual Framework and the framework’s philosophical relationship to effective teacher preparation?