Creating an Inclusive Early Childhood Professional Development System in New Mexico, USA

Abstract

Creating a state comprehensive professional development system for the preparation of early childhood personnel in the USA requires a development framework that is inclusive and responsive to diversity. Over the past few years, states from around the country have begun to embark on journeys towards the development of such a system. The purpose of this article is to share New Mexico's experience and lessons learned from its work in the creation of a professional development system in early childhood that is culturally and linguistically responsive.