Three consequences of learning about the international early childhood field for my professional and personal development are
1) that unfortunately poverty is everywhere and a world-wide epidemic that is dealt with differently in every country
2) no one will ever be satisfied with our education system; there will always be people arguing with what they believe is best or will work the best in any situation and
3) Language barriers are difficult to overcome, but not impossible. More needs to be done to break down the stigma that different is bad and minorities aren’t important. We need to adapt and change our priorities and expectations towards multicultural families.
My goal definitely relates to my third consequence; I want to focus on learning Spanish more than just conversely. It is important show families that everyone is welcome in my classroom and that I care for them more than the government or just “people on paper” do. Their children need a caring place where they can learn without be judged or preconceived notions about them or their family. Every child deserves an education no matter who they are, their family, cultural or socioeconomic background.
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Brittany,
You are correct in saying that we will never be able to please everyone with the type of education that is provided. Each person or parent has their own idea of what they think their child’s needs for their education however, they do not always have the correct ideas for the needs of the children. If they do not fully understand the developmental needs and ages and stages of growth they will have a totally different view of what is required and what is out of the norm. Thank you for your post.
Cindy
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Hello Brittany,
Great post, I have found when I was teaching that poverty had truly grown at its worst. I continue to teach and love the children all the same. Now as a Center Manager I ask my teachers to do the same. I know that children and families know when something is not right, so I try not to draw attention to that child.
Good Luck and love your page.
Diane
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