We often face difficult decisions in our daily practice. There are often many different rules, principles, and opinions at play. Many ethical dilemmas can be resolved through effective decision-making. However, since we are so often called upon to make independent judgments, it is important to incorporate the NAEYC Code of Ethics within our daily practice as early childhood educators. Many ethical dilemmas can be resolved easily with consultation and reflection. However, some issues are not as clear-cut. Therefore, to help make it easier to solve difficult ethical dilemmas, test you hand at navigating the following scenarios using the NAEYC Code of Ethics:
1. The Aggressive Child
2. The Volunteer
3. Cooking with Children
4. The Ethnic Joke
5. Speaking English
6. Grandma
7. The Academic Curriculum