Mod.1 Blog: Course Goals 7854
The three goals I feel would assist mein becoming more effective as a professional in the early childhood filed are:
1). Learning how to create a new way of thinking and meeting the needs of all young children, since I know that the early childhood field needs to constanly change and adjust to the ever growing needs of young children and their education. I must know how each child can grow, develop and become responsible , productive citizens at each individual's time.
2). I want to learn what policies and procedures should be in place and how they should be used that will properly benefit not only my work in the early childcare field, but young children and their families now and for future generations. I have learned over the years that the "More I know, the more parents know."
3). I would like to get more parents invovled and participating in their child's education, as we know parents are their child's first teacher and they must be familiar with what their individual child needs and work collectivley with others in the field. I also would like for parents and caregivers to be familiar with benchmarks and how benchmarks can hel their child become successful.
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Thursday, January 30, 2014
MOD 8 FINAL BLOG
My overall experience from this course was, "So amazing", just when I thought I had read or heard it all about young children, my colleagues provide more resources or information that is vitual to the early childhood field. It is such a good feeling when oyu meet other individuals that have the same mind-set or goals that another individual has and how if we all work together, can get alot done.
The course material that I liked the most was the resources that was provided for each module, especially the textbook, "Understanding families, supportive approaches to diversity, disability and risk." I will use this book as a reference within my classroom. I can also use the articles that were provided throughout this course as references.
I have always been one to eagerly learn about others around me and to use the information to help someone else. We can also learn from young children and their families, if we just open our eyes and hearts to what they have to say. We must put our feelings to the side and take into consideration from those around us.
Learning about how others in the early childhood field is the most applicable to me as an early childhood professional and the reason I feel this way is due to, "We learn something new everyday, if we just take the time to listen and use the information that is provided to us."
I would like to wish everyone the best of luck throughout their adventures in the early childhood field, "Let's continue to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families."
Lori Gardner
The course material that I liked the most was the resources that was provided for each module, especially the textbook, "Understanding families, supportive approaches to diversity, disability and risk." I will use this book as a reference within my classroom. I can also use the articles that were provided throughout this course as references.
I have always been one to eagerly learn about others around me and to use the information to help someone else. We can also learn from young children and their families, if we just open our eyes and hearts to what they have to say. We must put our feelings to the side and take into consideration from those around us.
Learning about how others in the early childhood field is the most applicable to me as an early childhood professional and the reason I feel this way is due to, "We learn something new everyday, if we just take the time to listen and use the information that is provided to us."
I would like to wish everyone the best of luck throughout their adventures in the early childhood field, "Let's continue to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families."
Lori Gardner
Thursday, January 9, 2014
MOD 6 Blog Assignment
At this point my interviews are goin well, I have met with one of the interviewees and the process as been a great learning experience and I look forward to the next interview. I have had the opportunity to observe a resource teacher in action with a small group of students who are very eager to learn and who gives feedback when asked.
I am truly surprised at how the professional was able to maintain the students focus and proceed with her planned lesson. The students were engaged and all of the four students participated and stayed focus on her and were not worried or concerned about me being in the room.
The only challenge that I have is that I did not want to be a disruption to the class, so all I did was sit in one area of the room so that I didn't draw any attention to myself throughout my time in the classroom.
My Course Project (Major Assessment) is coming along well, I have everything I need and I have began the writing process. I am so glad that I chose this topic and the two individual professionals that I am and will interview. I have always heard about Special Education, but now I have a complete understanding of the process.
How can professionals in the early childhood field, make sure that young chidlren receive the support and/or resources that are needed to help them become successful?
Lori Gardner
I am truly surprised at how the professional was able to maintain the students focus and proceed with her planned lesson. The students were engaged and all of the four students participated and stayed focus on her and were not worried or concerned about me being in the room.
The only challenge that I have is that I did not want to be a disruption to the class, so all I did was sit in one area of the room so that I didn't draw any attention to myself throughout my time in the classroom.
My Course Project (Major Assessment) is coming along well, I have everything I need and I have began the writing process. I am so glad that I chose this topic and the two individual professionals that I am and will interview. I have always heard about Special Education, but now I have a complete understanding of the process.
How can professionals in the early childhood field, make sure that young chidlren receive the support and/or resources that are needed to help them become successful?
Lori Gardner
Monday, November 25, 2013
Wk5 Day5 Discussing Course Project
The challenge: Children with varying abilities. Developmental Delays (Social, emotional and cognitive).
I have selected this challenge due to working in the early childhood field and coming in contact with many young children who may have one or more of the abilities. I believe all young children deserve to have a high quality education, however if a child has an ability he /she will not grow and develop without the proper resources. Many parents have a problem when an early childhood professional brings to their attention an issue that their child may have or a learning ability that may need further resources or instruction. As an early childhood professional, I want to be able to bring to the attention of the parents, that their child may need further assistance and that their child will benefit from the services that are provided at no cost to the family.
Questions that I have or look forward to answering:
How can an early childhood professional help a child who may need additional resources, especially when the child's parent is in denial?
How can I as an early childhood professional meet the needs of young children with the support of parents?
What types of strategies can I have in place when I present my documentation to the child's parents and explain whay I have assessed and how we can work together as a team to benefit the child?
Lori Gardner
I have selected this challenge due to working in the early childhood field and coming in contact with many young children who may have one or more of the abilities. I believe all young children deserve to have a high quality education, however if a child has an ability he /she will not grow and develop without the proper resources. Many parents have a problem when an early childhood professional brings to their attention an issue that their child may have or a learning ability that may need further resources or instruction. As an early childhood professional, I want to be able to bring to the attention of the parents, that their child may need further assistance and that their child will benefit from the services that are provided at no cost to the family.
Questions that I have or look forward to answering:
How can an early childhood professional help a child who may need additional resources, especially when the child's parent is in denial?
How can I as an early childhood professional meet the needs of young children with the support of parents?
What types of strategies can I have in place when I present my documentation to the child's parents and explain whay I have assessed and how we can work together as a team to benefit the child?
Lori Gardner
Sunday, April 15, 2012
WK 8 Farewell, Moving On!
Quotes:
"The child becomes largely what it is taught; hence we must watch what we teach it, and how we live before it." -Jane Addams
"Wherever there are beginners and experts, old and young, there is some kind of learning going on, some kind of teaching. We are all pupils and we are all teachers." -Gilbert Highet
I have learned through this program: That all children deserv a high quality early childhood program, as an early choldhood professional, I must be a tema member with along with others to ensure young children and their families are treated fair and receive the necessary resources and/or resources available and that it will take more than just myself to change the world. All early childhood professionals must come together and take steps to make the necessary changes.
Long-term goal: To provide all children with an early childhood program that will treat them fair, include their families and teach them about themsleves as well as those around them.
WE MUST COME TOGETHER
I would like to THANK all of the professors and colleagues that I worked with and communicated with throughout this course and program. You all definitely made a difference in my life and I could have not completed this without you! I can not believe it has come to an end, however I know that we all have worked hard to get this far! I wish everyone the best and keep reaching for the stars. Feel free to contact me @ jesselori@bellsouth.net
"The child becomes largely what it is taught; hence we must watch what we teach it, and how we live before it." -Jane Addams
"Wherever there are beginners and experts, old and young, there is some kind of learning going on, some kind of teaching. We are all pupils and we are all teachers." -Gilbert Highet
I have learned through this program: That all children deserv a high quality early childhood program, as an early choldhood professional, I must be a tema member with along with others to ensure young children and their families are treated fair and receive the necessary resources and/or resources available and that it will take more than just myself to change the world. All early childhood professionals must come together and take steps to make the necessary changes.
Long-term goal: To provide all children with an early childhood program that will treat them fair, include their families and teach them about themsleves as well as those around them.
WE MUST COME TOGETHER
I would like to THANK all of the professors and colleagues that I worked with and communicated with throughout this course and program. You all definitely made a difference in my life and I could have not completed this without you! I can not believe it has come to an end, however I know that we all have worked hard to get this far! I wish everyone the best and keep reaching for the stars. Feel free to contact me @ jesselori@bellsouth.net
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Wk 6:Blog Assignment: Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally
For this week's blog assignment I chose:
http://www.unicef.org: UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. We have the global authority to influence decision-makers, and the variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. That makes us unique among world organizations, and unique among those working with the young. This organization offers many resources for families an childre across the world. I learned alot of information from just reading all of the topics o this websites. I am interested in the New and Emerging Talent Initiatives, an individual must have a Master's degree, be proficient in English and be willing to be assigned world wide. Needs 2 years experience in relevant field P-2 level and 5 yrs experience in P-3 level, preference is to candidates that are under 35 yrs of age.
http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm:Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. There are may resources available throughout the world for families and children. MY attetion was drawn to the Child Protection Advsior: They help initiate interventions to address violations of childrens rights to protect them from abuse, exploitation, violence and neglect. Individual must be a good team leader, fluent in written and spoken English, commitment to and understanding of childs rights.
http://www.issa.nl/index.html: The International Step by Step Association (ISSA) is a membership organization that connects professionals and organizations working in the field of early childhood development and education. ISSA promotes equal access to quality education and care for all children, especially in the early years of their lives.
http://www.unicef.org: UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. We have the global authority to influence decision-makers, and the variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. That makes us unique among world organizations, and unique among those working with the young. This organization offers many resources for families an childre across the world. I learned alot of information from just reading all of the topics o this websites. I am interested in the New and Emerging Talent Initiatives, an individual must have a Master's degree, be proficient in English and be willing to be assigned world wide. Needs 2 years experience in relevant field P-2 level and 5 yrs experience in P-3 level, preference is to candidates that are under 35 yrs of age.
http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm:Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. There are may resources available throughout the world for families and children. MY attetion was drawn to the Child Protection Advsior: They help initiate interventions to address violations of childrens rights to protect them from abuse, exploitation, violence and neglect. Individual must be a good team leader, fluent in written and spoken English, commitment to and understanding of childs rights.
http://www.issa.nl/index.html: The International Step by Step Association (ISSA) is a membership organization that connects professionals and organizations working in the field of early childhood development and education. ISSA promotes equal access to quality education and care for all children, especially in the early years of their lives.
Services Include:
- Providing resources, technical assistance, and training in ECD, in a variety of areas including creating child-centered, interactive, and inclusive environments in preschool and primary classrooms; supporting education that values democracy, diversity, and social justice; promoting parent empowerment; and offering bilingual education, among others.
- Training, mentoring and providing support for reaching a common understanding about quality pedagogy in ECD, based on Competent Educators of the 21st Century: Principles of Quality Pedagogy.
- Training adults in education for social justice, advocacy, parenting skills, curriculum development, and project design and implementation.
- Developing training programs/modules, curricula and teaching materials for different audiences.
- Illustrated children's picture books that are available in different languages and include guidelines for educators and parents.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Wk4:Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: National/Federal Level
This week I found three websites that were very helpful and provide resources for an early childhood professionals or any one in the Human Service field.
1). U. S. Department of Health and Human Services; Administration for Children and Families. http://www.acf.hhs.gov/
Provide resources for child care, Head Start, child support, healthy marriage initiative, early childhood development. An individual can find any resources my entering their region and asking questions on different topics. I did not see any employment opportunities.
2). The National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center http://www.nectac.org/
Office of Special Education programs, substance abuse and mental health services administration, early promotion and intervention research consortium, many links for resources for anyone in any situation. No job opportunites at this time.
3). Early Childhood Professional Development http://www.thecenterweb.org/. Resources provided: education, literacy, parent support, professional development, and research.
This websites also provides state and federal government agencies.
Even though there were no employment opportunites at this time, I believe that an individual would need a degree and experience in the Early Childhood field or Human Service field.
1). U. S. Department of Health and Human Services; Administration for Children and Families. http://www.acf.hhs.gov/
Provide resources for child care, Head Start, child support, healthy marriage initiative, early childhood development. An individual can find any resources my entering their region and asking questions on different topics. I did not see any employment opportunities.
2). The National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center http://www.nectac.org/
Office of Special Education programs, substance abuse and mental health services administration, early promotion and intervention research consortium, many links for resources for anyone in any situation. No job opportunites at this time.
3). Early Childhood Professional Development http://www.thecenterweb.org/. Resources provided: education, literacy, parent support, professional development, and research.
This websites also provides state and federal government agencies.
Even though there were no employment opportunites at this time, I believe that an individual would need a degree and experience in the Early Childhood field or Human Service field.
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