CAR304 — Professionalism & Diversity
Professionalism and Diversity in Today's ClassroomThis workshop presents the basic principles and activities of several influential professional associations including ACEI, Council for Exceptional Children, Zerotothree, and NAEYC, focusing on the DAP and Code of Ethical Conduct position statements. An extensive classroom vignette vividly illustrates NAEYC principles in administration and teaching, reminding students that in addition to promoting family-centered practices, teachers must also work ethically with children, colleagues, families, and communities. Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences is presented, with a focus on applications in differentiating instruction with young children. Guiding principles for appropriately applying differentiated instruction and MI theory in teaching and assessment are outlined. This workshop culminates with an extensive list of activities designed to support each of the intelligence areas.