EDE 3123

ASSIGNMENT: NATIONAL EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSOCIATION (NAEYC)

Due Date: August 29, 2013 Point Value: 20 points Instructions: Go to naeyc.org and answer the following questions. Most information may be found under the tabs About NAEYC and Topics. 1. What is NAEYC? NAEYC stands for The National Association for the Education of Young Children. According to naeyc.org It is the largest organization that works to serve and act on
behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of all young children with primary focus on the provision of educational and developmental services and resources

2. When was it established? It was established in 1926. 3. What is the purpose of NAEYC? The purpose is to raise the quality of education for young children. 4. What is the professional journal for NAEYC? 5. What is NAEYC Accreditation? 6. How many centers in MS have NAEYC accreditation? 7. What is DAP? 8. List and describe the 3 Core Considerations of DAP. 9. What is the purpose of NAEYCS Code of Ethical Conduct? 10. List the 7 basic core values of Early Childhood upon which the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Commitment is based.

EDE 3123

Guidelines: Class Assignments are due on the date the chapter or topic is discussed in class. See the class schedule for details. Assignments are to be word processed, 12 pt fonts, Times New Roman, double spaced, with one inch margins. Assignments are to include a cover page and a rubric. Pages are to be stapled together in the top left corner. Students should check for spelling, grammar, and quality. Late assignments will not be accepted unless prior arrangements have been made due to extenuating circumstances.