Reflection

HELLO EVERYONE!!!! I want to take this time to say THANK YOU  !! It has been and amazing eight weeks, which flew by to fast!!!!!! It has been my pleasure to read your blogs, and share in your experiences!! I have learned so much about myslef as a person and professional, as well as my early childhood field!!! I wish you guys the best in your future classes, and hopefully we can share and work with each other in the future!!!! BEST WISHES

Examining Code of Ethics

Exploring the Code of Ethics

We shall honor and respect the rights, knowledge, and skills of the multidisciplinary colleagues with whom we work recognizing their unique contributions to children, families, and the field of early childhood special education.” (DEC, 2000)

*We must works as a team in our profession as professionals to meet the needs of our children. Respecting each other’s unique qualities, their opinions, and their work. Learn and Build from our colleagues, because each person offers a different view of situations.

#6 We shall build relationships with individual children and families while individualizing the curricula and learning environments to facilitate young children’s development and learning.
*Each child is different so as a professional you should build different relationships with each child and their family. No child has the same background or learning situation. You should love, care and support each child.

“We shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the unique value and human potential of each child.” (DEC, 2000)

“To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child.” (NAEYC, 2005).

*Children have earned the right to be treated as individuals and to be respected. We should treat each child equally, respecting their unique and qualities.

CLASS RESOURCES-week 5

Here are the class resources from week 5. I put my additional resources in purple! I believe these resources are great! I have already started using some of them!

 Position Statements and Influential Practice

·  NAEYC. (2009). Developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood programs serving children from birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/dap

·  NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on child abuse prevention. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/ChildAbuseStand.pdf

·  NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on school readiness. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiness.pdf

·  NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on responding to linguistic and cultural diversity. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/diversity.pdf

·  NAEYC. (2003). Early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation: Building an effective, accountable system in programs for children birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/pscape.pdf

·  NAEYC. (2009, April). Early childhood inclusion: A summary. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_ECSummary_A.pdf

·  Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. (2010). Infant-toddler policy agenda. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://main.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ter_pub_infanttodller

·  FPG Child Development Institute. (2006, September). Evidence-based practice empowers early childhood professionals and families. (FPG Snapshot, No. 33). Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~snapshots/snap33.pdf

Global Support for Children’s Rights and Well-Being

·Article: UNICEF (n.d.). Fact sheet: A summary of the rights under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.unicef.org/crc/files/Rights_overview.pdf
 

·Websites:

o    World Forum Foundation http://worldforumfoundation.org/wf/wp/about-us
This link connects you to the mission statement of this organization. Make sure to watch the video on this webpage 

o    World Organization for Early Childhood Education http://www.omep-usnc.org/
Read about OMEP’s mission.  

o    Association for Childhood Education Internationalhttp://acei.org/about/
Click on “Mission/Vision” and “Guiding Principles and Beliefs” and read these statements.

 Selected Early Childhood Organizations

·National Association for the Education of Young Childrenhttp://www.naeyc.org/

·The Division for Early Childhoodhttp://www.dec-sped.org/

·Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Familieshttp://www.zerotothree.org/

·WESTEDhttp://www.wested.org/cs/we/print/docs/we/home.htm

·Harvard Education Letterhttp://www.hepg.org/hel/topic/85

·FPG Child Development Institutehttp://www.fpg.unc.edu/main/about.cfm

·Administration for Children and Families Headstart’s National Research Conferencehttp://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/hsrc/

·HighScope http://www.highscope.org/ 

·Children’s Defense Fund http://www.childrensdefense.org/

·Center for Child Care Workforce http://www.ccw.org/

·Council for Exceptional Children http://www.cec.sped.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home

·Institute for Women’s Policy Research http://www.iwpr.org/index.cfm

·National Center for Research on Early Childhood Education http://www.ncrece.org/wordpress/

·National Child Care Association http://www.nccanet.org/

·National Institute for Early Education Research http://nieer.org/

·Pre[K]Now http://www.preknow.org/

·Voices for America’s Children http://www.voices.org/

·The Erikson Institute http://www.erikson.edu/

Selected Professional Journals Available in the Walden Library

·YC Young Children

·Childhood

·Journal of Child & Family Studies

·Child Study Journal

·Multicultural Education

·Early Childhood Education Journal

·Journal of Early Childhood Research

·International Journal of Early Childhood

·Early Childhood Research Quarterly

·Developmental Psychology

·Social Studies

·Maternal & Child Health Journal

·International Journal of Early Years Education

My Resources

* Born Learninghttp://bornlearning.org

*The Child Care Collectionhttp://www.childcarecollection.com

* Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (IAEYC)http://www.iaeyc.org

 

* Early Childhood News

http://www.earlychildhoodnews.com

Quotes by our leaders-week 4

These were my some of my favorite quotes by Marian Wright Edelman:

·         “Parents have become so convinced educators know what is best for children that they forget that they themselves are really the experts.”

·         “No one, Eleanor Roosevelt said, can make you feel inferior without your consent. Never give it.”

·         “If we think we have ours and don't owe any time or money or effort to help those left behind, then we are a part of the problem rather than the solution to the fraying social fabric that threatens all Americans.”

·         “If you don't like the way the world is, you change it. You have an obligation to change it. You just do it one step at a time.”

These are some of my favorite quotes by President William J. Clinton:


·         "We must teach our children to resolve their conflicts with words, not weapons."

·         The price of doing the same old thing is far higher than the price of change

·         If you live long enough, you'll make mistakes. But if you learn from them, you'll be a better person.

·         When we give what we can and give it with joy, we don't just renew the American tradition of giving, we also renew ourselves

Below are the two persons from week 2 that I really related to. Beside their quotes, I put motivation, passion, or wisdom, to express how I felt.

Motivation-       Every day I go to work, I look forward to it because I know the services I am providing them are to their benefit.                               

Passion-              My passion comes from wanting to make a difference; I am not here to save the world, I am here to make a difference in the community I am working.                    

Both quotes by Raymond Hernandez MS Ed

personal childhood web week 3

Creating at this blog really made me think about the persons who were there for me as a child. I had a wonderful childhood, filled with lots of memories, but at the same time it was not easy. These are the people who have made a biggest impact on my life as a child.

Doris Boseman-my mom- My mother is a very special person to me. My mom graduated form Lander University with a degree in Computer Information Systems. My mother is a dedicated, strong, hard working woman. Growing up she always wanted the very best for me and she always pushed me to my highest potential. My mom and I did not have the best relationship while I was growing up, but I always knew she loved me. She was also there when I needed her, and she always gave advice even when I did not ask. She is very outspoken, and tell you things just the way they are, just like me. When I look in them mirror, I see my mother in me. I aspire to be like her, but better. She never wants me to make the same mistakes as her, she wants me to be better than her. Our relationship today is great. I cherish the memories and moments we create together. I love her to death, she is my biggest supporter and cheering fan.

Tim Boseman- my dad- Words cannot express how much I love this guy. He has provided me so much to be thankful for. He is one of the reason why I am where I am. He supports me in every way possible even though he does not always agree. The relationship we share is like no other. I know I can always count him
whenever I need something. I love my dad for being that provider, protector, and friend my entire life. I am truly blessed. There is no love like that of father and daughter.

Larry Davis- my play uncle- I admire him so much. He is a second father figure to me. He is a retired educator with more than 35 years of teaching experience under his belt. He has accomplished so much being an educator, in fact he is the reason why I decided to go into this field. Seeing him help, and support me growing up, made me what to do the same for others. He has touched the lives of many, and I have learned so much from just being around him. He encourages me to live to my highest potential, and achieve greatness. Living life the way you want it, and defining your purpose/who you are is his motto. He has travel all over to world to places like Spain, England, Brazil, Asia, Mexico, Africa and more. Sitting down listening and talking to him gives me a lot of hope as a n educator. He has taught me alot about myself, that I never realized. He helps me correct my mistakes, and to create lasting journeys to my life. He had a rough life growing up, but when I look at him I see a strong man who has defeated many obstacles, and now he is reaping the benefits of his hard work.

Stephaine Walker- my godmother- She has been in my life since I was born. Her youngest daughter and I are best friends. Growing up, she has always treated me like one of her own children. Whenever thing got rough at home, or school I always knew I could count on Mrs. Walker to help. She was simply that person who I can share and talk about anything with. She was also that listening ear,and told me everything that I needed to hear. She has never judged me or my decisions, but has always encouraged me to follow my heart and dreams. She is my voice of reasoning, and I love her for being like my second mother!

Julius Boseman-my brother- My brother and I are six years apart. When I was born he was not very happy. We have the normal sister and brother relationship, with fighting, arguing, and control issues! He is very protective, loving, and caring. I do not tell him much, but I look up to my brother a lot. He has been there and done a lot for me through the years. Even when he is struggling he will stop and help me with my problems. I admire him for putting others first and staying true to himself. My brother is a fighter and will not fight until he can not fight anymore. The drive in him drives me to succeed. We have the best relationship now, in fact we talk everyday.

My favorite quotes/ Thank you

1)      Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression."
-Dr. Haim Ginott

2)       Children are likely to live up to what you believe of them- Lady Bird Johnson

3)       A person is a person no matter how small- Dr.Seuss

4)     If you can carry your childhood with you, you never become older- Tom Stoppard
I love these children quotes because they always make me think about the people from my childhood.  I have many great memories and experiences from positive influences as a child.  It also makes me think about why I decided to become an educator.

HELLO EVERYONE!!!! I want to take this time to say THANK YOU!! It has been an amazing eight weeks, which flew by extremely too fast!!!!!!  It has been my pleasure to read your blogs, and share in your experiences!! I have learned so much about myslef as a person and profession, as well as my early childhood field!!! I wish you guys the best in your future classes, and hopefully we can share and work with each other in the future!!!! BEST WISHES !!!!!!

TESTING with School-aged children

Now days, assessment are a major part of a school aged child’s life.  It is because of this that schools have been pushed to teach towards a test and make sure children pass this test, so that they do not lose funding for their schools.  In the United States, most schools even require that students pass a standardized test in order in progress to the next grade level. This testing starts as young as 6 years old (first grade).  

The one test that I struggled with the most was the SAT. I was a great student in high school, always was on honor student, but when it came down to taking the SAT for college, I struggled. In my opinion, the SAT should measure the individual’s intelligence but it does not do that. My personal experience with the SAT was not that great. I made mediocre scores, but never the score that I would have liked. AT the time, colleges and universities truly seemed to base their admissions process firmly on the scores of that particular standardized test. This is unfair to those students that made the good grades while they were in high school, but were just not good test takers. Many people suffer from test anxiety and that is a proven fact, so how could you base an individual’s performance based on one test.

I decided to research children in France. In France, schools test facts and skills, but there is not much formal testing and there isn't much stress put on students. I can imagine what life would be like if I was raised in France. I think that it is more beneficial to test children on the facts and skills that they do know, instead of pressuring them with standardized test. I feel that too much pressure and emphases are being put on children, teachers, and administrators in passing certain test. I always wondered, at the end of the day, what all does passing a standardized test prove?. Does it really showcase the knowledge children acquire growing up while in school?