The Nature of Professions: Where Is Early Childhood Education?.

Katz, Lilian G.

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Publication Date: 1993

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The Nature of Professions: Where Is Early Childhood Education?

Katz, Lilian G.

Montessori Life, v5 n2 p31-35 Spr 1993

Notes the strong drive toward the professionalization of teaching and working in preschool settings. Applies features of a profession to the current state of the art of early childhood education. Discusses eight characteristics of a profession: social necessity; altruism; autonomy; a code of ethics; distance from clients; standards of practice; prolonged training; and specialized knowledge. (SM)

Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Preschool Teachers, Professional Education, Professional Recognition, Standards, Teacher Education

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Language: English

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