Topic 6.9: Extra Internet Resources for Understanding

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC):
The NAEYC/Links to an external source serves as the education, research, and training agency for early childhood educators.

• The Code of Ethical Conduct (2024)/Links to an external source:
The NAEYC (2024) Code of Ethical Conduct guides early childhood educators in acting with integrity, respect, and responsibility toward children, families, colleagues, and communities.

• Developmentally Appropriate Practice (2020)/Links to an external source:
The Developmentally Appropriate Practice (2020) position statement promotes teaching that supports each child’s growth by being responsive to their age, individuality, and cultural context.

• Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators (2019)/Links to an external source:
The Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators (2019) outline the essential knowledge, skills, and dispositions educators need to support high-quality early learning and development.

• Early Learning Program Standards (2025)/Links to an external source:
The Early Learning Program Standards (2025) define high-quality early childhood programs that promote safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments to support children’s development and school readiness.

• Advancing Equity in Early Childhood Education (2019)/Links to an external source:
The NAEYC’s Advancing Equity in Early Childhood Education (2019) calls on educators to recognize and address biases, embrace diversity, and create inclusive, equitable learning environments for all children and families.