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ERIC Number: EJ521944
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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ISSN: ISSN-0300-4430
The Professional Development of Early Childhood Teachers.
Spodek, Bernard
Early Child Development and Care, v115 p115-24 Jan 1996
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)
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Fuller (Francis); Katz (Lilian G); National Association Educ of Young Children