Professionalism In Early Childhood Education

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'Professionalism' is defined as qualities, skills, competencies and behaviors expected of individuals belonging to any given profession (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, 2015). When early childhood education [ECE] considers as a profession according to Gray, (2011) “Professionalism is socially constructed concept that can be viewed in many ways so there no prevailing definition of professionalism”. Vossler, (2005) stated that “Professionalism is about integrating the various aspects of practice, such as obligations, knowledge and skills, moral and ethical commitment within collegial contexts”. There are common aspects of professionalism differentiates in Early Childhood Education professionalism diverted from other fields (Caulfield, 1997).

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