Two of my professional goals are to gain a wealth of knowledge as it relates to the early childhood profession and to serve as a advocate for young children.
In viewing the UNESCO website in regards to quality in the field of early childhood care we must focus on the development of the child holistically versus preparation for schooling. The site also addresses the importance of family and community involvement. Resources remain one of the issues that are lacking when it comes to expansion of quality in the field. Governance of the program will only be successful with the different sectors, national, local, public and private, working together as a unit.
References
UNESCO, (2011). Education. Retrieved April 16, 2011 from http://www.unesco.org/new/en/education/themes/strengthening-education-systems/early-childhood/quality/
Carmen,
ReplyDeleteYou hit the nail on the head when you mentioned that we must focus on developing the "whole" child instead of school preparation. Your post reminded me of a saying from my old college professor that stated, " I would rather have a child that is socially/emotionally developed than a cognitively developed because you can always teach a child their colors, shapes and numbers." Great job Carmen!
Carmen,
ReplyDeleteYou and I have the same professional goals! I agree with you about looking at the whole perspective of the child instead of just part. As an educator, I feel it is very important to look into the background of the child before I begin working with him or her. I can always tell when a child is having problems at home because their behavior changes in my classroom. Good luck with your goals, and thanks for sharing!
Carmen,
ReplyDeleteI could not agree with you more that resources remain one of the issues that are lacking when it comes to expansion of quality in the field. It also could go back to the issue of awareness as well; as in we may not be aware of these resources because they are so hard to find. I appreciate the fact that you provided us with one that emphasizes the importance of family and community involvement. Those are two factors that heavily influence the early childhood field. Keep up the good work!