High-quality early childhood education programs emphasize continuous monitoring and evaluation for accountability, often using tools like ECERS, CLASS, and guidelines from NAEYC. The National Associat...High-quality early childhood education programs emphasize continuous monitoring and evaluation for accountability, often using tools like ECERS, CLASS, and guidelines from NAEYC. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) promotes best practices based on research and theory for educators and stakeholders. Key elements include encouraging active learning, setting developmentally appropriate expectations, and supporting diverse learning strategies.