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EJ521944 PS524721

Title: The Professional Development of Early Childhood Teachers.
Author(s): Spodek, Bernard
Source: Early Child Development and Care, v115 p115-24 Jan 1996
Publication Date: 1996
ISSN: 0300-4430
Language: English
Document Type: Journal articles (080); Opinion papers (120)
Journal Announcement: CIJAUG1996

Defines "professional development" for early childhood teacher education, and cites the nine principles of effective professional development created by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Outlines the different stages of teacher development put forth by Fuller and Katz. Believes that interaction with persons at higher stages of professional development is necessary for maturation in teaching. (MOK)

Descriptors: Developmental Stages; *Early Childhood Education; Educational Theories; *Professional Development; *Teacher Education; Teaching (Occupation)
Identifiers: Fuller (Francis); Katz (Lilian G); National Association Educ of Young Children

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