Early childhood education

My fieldwork focused on early childhood education, specifically kindergarten and second grade. Being able to observe those two grade levels helped me to solidify my desire to be a teacher. At the end of my observations, I was able to determine where I felt most comfortable; where I found my niche. I came to the conclusion that I preferred to focus my attention to kindergarten rather than any other grade level in early childhood education. Even though they were two different grade levels, the…

In early childhood education is reform and early childhood education become more outstanding policy concerns and as we learn more about early development and learning, several issues are receiving major attention. Reading some research on Early Childhood Education I learn some new things and things I already knew. Some report describes investment in Early Childhood Education in the United States. A lot of these research talked about the finically part of Early Childhood Education. It could be…

Reflective Practice in Professional Development of Early Childhood Educators Based on my personal own observations, Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers usually go through many professional developmental stages. Accordingly, the level of ECE competency for each of these professional developmental stages depends on mastery of teaching techniques, choice of appropriate learning tools, and implementation of effective educational methods or frameworks. Therefore, ECE teachers can progressively…

at a La Petite Academy. During my time at these centers I worked with all age groups from infants to school age children. I was constantly told by teachers and parents that I was a naturally teacher and that I should consider going into early childhood education. I believe that being a teacher requires certain characteristics. A good teacher must be patient, a good listener, a leader, kind, a constant learner, open minded and so much more. Teachers have just as much to learn from their…

2013). In many cases there are physical signs of disabilities, which help parents and doctors to identify risks at birth. However, there are a variety of developmental issues that can only be detected by observations and early intervention. In many cases this occurs in early education programs. Then once a child has been diagnosed, there is a need to address how to best school them, and what resources will be needed in order to insure their educational success. Moreover, in many cases there…

Arts in Early Childhood Education The Arts in early childhood education are more than just providing a child with paints and crafts or something that is carried out to fill a gap in the day. Creativity is as important in education as literacy and it should be treated with the same status (Robinson, TED Talk, 2006). The Arts can have a strong role in developing creativity in children, which promotes the child’s overall development. Creativity can be expressed in many different ways in the early…

Applications of the Sociological Perspectives to Program of Study The functional perspective is related to the Early Childhood Education and Care program. This perspective is related to the program because this perspective explains about the importance of role. The “role” plays an important role in this program and profession too. “Role play” is a significant term that is using in the ECE. With the help of role play, children can learn their responsibilities. With the help of role play, children…

and where I am going with my life so school comes first. I am in this class because I was required to take it but also because I want to learn more about myself being in classroom and how I view myself in a classroom. I knew from an early age that being an early childhood educator is what I wanted to do for many reasons. Growing up I came from an extremely large family, I am the youngest of sixty cousins and I was practically raised with their children so I was around kids my entire life. My…

and what these reflections inspire me on my future as an early childhood educator. Two highlighted learning experiences will be described in relation to corresponding teaching standards. And there will be reflective discussions on how to support chidlren’s learning and needs (especially special/additional needs) and how to build positive relationships with colleagues and families more effectively. Having learned in early childhood education field for almost two years, there are two experiences…

One of my greatest passions is working with children. At first I was unsure if I wanted this passion of mine to be a career choice. Soon after I took just one course in Early Childhood Education I knew this was the right path. However, I soon decided I desired something more than having a job at a childcare center for myself, I had aspiration to go on to receive a bachelor degree, although I wasn’t certain which type of degree was the right path. That is until I had my recent job opportunities.…