As I reflect upon my learning from contact with
several international and national ECE organizations, I realize that I have a
heightened awareness of issues and trends in the early childhood field, which
are universal around the globe. Many of the issues were concerning and
rekindled my passion to make a positive difference in the lives of children and
families; thus, creating a brighter world. I have grown personally and
professionally in my understanding of the impact of the various issues and
trends on children’s development and the need to address the issues through best
practices and legislative/policy changes, as well as an understanding of recommendations
including possible unintended consequences. I am finding myself more motivated
to work toward addressing issues related to
quality, excellence, and equity in early childhood education in my work with
young children and families, in advocating for policy and legislative changes
at the State and National level, and by inspiring others to do the same
locally, nationally, and globally.
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• Heightened Awareness •
Personal/Professional Growth • Motivation
My goals are
to develop global connections with professionals in the early childhood with
the purpose of collaborating to create a heightened global awareness of issues
and trends while fostering professional/personal growth. This will motivate myself and other ECE educators/professionals to
address issues related to quality, excellence and
equity in early childhood education in their work with young children and
families, and to advocate for policy and
legislative changes that will encourage “all” children, families, and
communities across our nation and around the globe to thrive and reach their
unique potential.
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As another aspect of our journey closes this week, I would like to thank each of my colleagues and Dr. Shephard for your support, encouragement, and the insight you have shared. It has been enlightening and a pleasure. As we move forward on our journey, I wish everyone continued success. See you in the next course and happy blogging!
Hello Sheila i must say that i completely agree with you that many of the issues that are found internationally wihti the Early Childhood Educational feild is what motivates and rekindles the passion of tryig oto make a difference within the educational system. Was there a specific country that you have explored? and found a major issue that you thought definately needs some attention to right away?
ReplyDeletewhat was your first initial thpught when you very first explored educational issues within this country or state? I must say that personally when i explored educational issues wihtin Jamamica West Indies, i thought wow the people within the United States of America are very lucky. Though we do have issues wihtinthe Early Childhood Educational field, i must say it is not as bad as what i have explored. I do wish you the best of luck within your educational endeavor!
respectfully,
Michelle Millwood
http://preschooleducators1.weebly.com/
Shelia,
ReplyDeleteI have truly enjoyed sharing this educational journey with you. I am glad that your thoughts of a quality education have been expanded. I have been truly inspired by your weekly blog posts! I hope that your transition through this Master's program is successful!