Handout 1.1Ethical Conduct in the Early Childhood ClassroomEthical Case: The Meddlesome MomHandout 1.1Ethical Conduct in the Early ChildhoodClassroomThe National Association for the Education of Young Children, in its Code of Ethical Conduct, has defined for early childhood educators a framework for determining appropriate behaviors in interacting with children, families, colleagues, and the community. This framework is, by necessity, general rather than specific. Real-world situations require careful analysis and discussion with others to adequately resolve. The following hypothetical situation is designed to get you thinking and discussing an ethical situation. Begin by discussing the case with others, identifying the values that seem to be in conflict. Brainstorm possible solutions, evaluate each critically, and make a decision about the most appropriate resolution. Once you have worked through this situation, try creating your own ethical dilemma and work through the process once again. Ethical Case: The Meddlesome MomAdrienne is the mother of five-year-old Merrilee and an active participant in your kindergarten classroom. Adrienne volunteers each Tuesday and Thursday mornings and regularly spends additional time volunteering each week. She has very strong opinions about instructional strategies that work at this age for both her daughter and other children in the class. Adrienne is convinced that the children need more direct instructionin mathematics and reading. She has shown you the workbooks recommended by a friendand has tried to get you to use these materials with children in the class. Even though youhave shared with Adrienne your philosophy of playful learning with manipulative materials, she continues to promote a more structured approach to learning. Merrilee is getting a heavy dose of workbook learning at home and you are worried about the stress she may be under there. Your Own Ethical