Final Blog Assignment

The consequences I chose are: International early childhood communication provide educators with being able to identify with others challenges and obstacles in the early childhood field. It is also a way of communicating with others who are working with diverse families. It can give new ideas and better insight of how to work with children from diverse backgrounds.

My goal is to keep the lines of communication open to assist with providing quality service to the diverse learners and their families.

Early childhood care and education

The article on Early childhood care and education discusses quality education. It emphasizes how early childhood programs should serve the whole child. This is important for children especially from disadvantaged backgrounds. Children that receives these services become more motivated, confident and develop better cognitive skills, and linguistic development and school readiness. This is made up of a very diverse group of staff. This would include preschool teachers, care workers, informal carers and other professionals. I feel these are people who really know the needs of our early learners. This makes a big need for parents and community to assist with the learning process which can increase sustainability.



(http://www.unesco.org/new/en/education/themes/strengthening-education-systems/early-childhood/

The new website that I chose is http://childcareaware.org/parents-and-guardians
This website has great resources for parents and educators. It assist with military children that may be in need of guidance of childcare services. It gives state by state resources for families. It provides monthly newsletters that gives valuable information to parents and childcare providers. It gives information on the cost of  child care in America.

this information has been very valuable in my quest to understand how inequitable services can be in providing the right service to the early learners. It show where we are and how far we need to go in order to provide good educational service to the early learners.

wk5 comments Center's Global Children's Initiative

The Center's Global Children’s Initiative has begun to build a portfolio of activities in three domains: early childhood development; mental health; and children in crisis and conflict situations.
Some of the priorities of this area is to apply knowledge that will address the health and development needs of children in a diverse setting.This will be done by piloting assessments to measure the child's developmentoutcomes linked to malari control strategies in Zambia.Expanding effective interventions to improve preschool quality.

NBCDI  What We Do
Early Care and Education


       This program promotes the development of high quality education. It serves children birth to
eight years of age. This program shows that educating our early learners is most important. This
program will assist with developing an appropriate curriculum and support to staff on assessing a
child's needs. The most important information from my assessment is that they provide commitments to ensuring cultural and racial diversity in the workforce, which may decrease, even while the population of children has grown increasingly more diverse.
       This information is to encourage states, districts and schools to embed professional development opportunities that support a deeper understanding of families' race and culture, and teach teachers from all backgrounds how to strengthen a better relationship with parents and community.

        
    

Poverty

Zero to three. This is a break down of how important this organization is.

 

 

 

The ZERO TO THREE Policy Center is a nonpartisan, research-based resource for federal and state policymakers and advocates on the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. The Policy Center brings to bear ZERO TO THREE’s more than 30 years of research-based expertise on infant and toddler development to ensure that public policies reflect best practices and current research in support of our nation’s very young children.

Our agenda is simple: The ZERO TO THREE Policy Center promotes good health, strong families, and positive early learning experiences for all infants and toddlers, with special emphasis on those who are the most vulnerable and in need. The Policy Center advances public policy solutions and investments for the health and development of very young children and their families. In doing so, the Policy Center synthesizes and disseminates knowledge, cultivates advocacy leadership, and engages policymakers.

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These are my contacts addresses.


  Zero To Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Familieshttp://www.zerotothree.org/ (May have to use http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/ )
(Newsletters:
http://zttcfn.pub30.convio.net/child-development/from-baby-to-big-kid/ and
http://capwiz.com/zerotothree/mlm/signup/ )


National Black Child Development Institutehttp://nbcdi.org/
(Newsletter: http://nbcdi.org/support/sign-up-for-nbcdi-newsletters/ )



ZERO TO THREE is a national nonprofit organization that provides parents, professionals and policymakers the knowledge and the know-how to nurture early development.

The National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) is a nonprofit organization that provides and supports programs, workshops, and resources for African American children, their parents and communities in: early health and education; child welfare; parenting; health and elementary and secondary education.

Getting Ready--Establishing Professional Contacts and Expanding Resources

The website I chose are:

Zero To Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Familieshttp://www.zerotothree.org/ (May have to use http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/ )
(Newsletters:
http://zttcfn.pub30.convio.net/child-development/from-baby-to-big-kid/ and
http://capwiz.com/zerotothree/mlm/signup/ )
National Black Child Development Institutehttp://nbcdi.org/
(Newsletter: http://nbcdi.org/support/sign-up-for-nbcdi-newsletters/ )

I feel these sites will enhance my ability to communicate and understand serving early learners.

Week 8 closure

We have come to the end of this informative class. I would like to thank all of my colleagues for all of the diversified information. I wish each and everyone success in your future endeavors.

Examining Codes of Ethics

Examining Codes of Ethics

NAEYC Ideals:

1.      To be familiar with the knowledge base of early childhood care and education and to stay informed through continuing education and training.

2.      To create and maintain safe and healthy settings that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development and respect their dignity and their contributions

3.      To support the rights of each child to play and learn in an inclusive environment that meets the needs of children with and without disabilities.

DEC Ideals:

1.      We shall honor and respect our responsibilities to colleagues while upholding the dignity and autonomy of colleagues and maintaining collegial interprofessional and intraprofessional relationships.

2.      We shall rely upon evidence based research and interventions to inform our practice with children and families in our care.

3.      We shall maintain records of research securely; no personal information about research participants should be revealed unless required by law.

 

         All of these are very important to follow in order to have a successful preschool setting. Children need to protected and served in a positive and productive manner. These laws and rules are created to provide each child with a safe and secure environment. This provide guidance and understanding to each professional that is dedicated to the well-being of each child that is being served with and without a disability.

 

 

Growing Your Collection of Resources

Growing Your Collection of Resources


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

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

National Association for the Education of Young Childrenhttp://www.naeyc.org/
Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Familieshttp://www.zerotothree.org/

http://www.sagepub.com/journalspermissions.navDOI:10.1

http://sfxhosted.exlibrisgroup.com
 

Words of Inspiration

Words of Inspiration and Motivation

 

President Lyndon B. Johnson stated in his speech about Head Start: “The bread that is cast upon these waters will surely return many thousandfold.”

“We have taken up the age-old challenge of poverty and we don’t intend to lose generations of our children to this enemy of the human race.”

Marian Wright Edelman “Service is the rent we pay for being. It is the very purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time.”

“Service is what life is all about.”

Inspiring quotes from the media segment of week 2. Louise Derman Sparks – “Built in passion to make a contribution to the world.”

“Always wanted to be a teacher played teacher rather than playing house.”

 

Personal Childhood Web

Personal Childhood Blog

            My mother was my first nurturing individual. She provided warmth and protection. She taught me how to be a young lady, which has inspired me through my adulthood. She not only taught me about Christianity, but walked the walk of what family and love is all about. She inspired me to think outside the box and make good choices in my life decisions. She taught me about God and how important he is to each of. I was nurtured in a Baptist church that I still attend. My family was brought up in this church and it still plays a great part in each of our lives.

 

               My father was a great inspiration to me. His spirit and kindness still abides in me. He did not talk much, but had a way in his demeanor that said more than any words could have been said. He provided love and a family environment that taught me respect for men. He protected and provided our family in a very positive manner. He was able to build our very first home. He exemplified how all families could be successful through hard work and commitment to family. He taught me about the importance of a strong Christian belief in God. And the importance of going to church and giving thanks to our creator.

 

             My oldest sister was my idle. I wanted to imitate her every move. She was so caring. She was there when I felt I did not know which way to go. She taught me to respect others and myself. She taught me how to learn to be independent and responsible for my actions. She protected me from some of life’s storms. She motivated me to go for my dreams and never allow anyone to destroy them.

 

                My oldest brother was such a father figure. He was always there when my parents were working. He still feels he is the family protector. I guess he really is. He is always available for giving advice when you may sometimes think you don’t need it, although you know he is exactly right. He can turns bad situations in to something good. He can show you how most things that happen does happen for a reason. He motivated me to further my education during a time I really needed to upgrade myself.

 

                    My first grade teacher really inspired me. She taught me my first academics. I learned to read and excel through her teaching. She inspired me to want to teach. She went above and beyond for our 1^st grade class. It was so exciting learning to read from my Dick and Jane readers. We moved from soft back readers to hard backs. She was there for first real school setting.

Personal Childhood Web

Personal Childhood Blog

            My mother was my first nurturing individual. She provided warmth and protection. She taught me how to be a young lady, which has inspired me through my adulthood. She not only taught me about Christianity, but walked the walk of what family and love is all about. She inspired me to think outside the box and make good choices in my life decisions. She taught me about God and how important he is to each of. I was nurtured in a Baptist church that I still attend. My family was brought up in this church and it still plays a great part in each of our lives.

 

               My father was a great inspiration to me. His spirit and kindness still abides in me. He did not talk much, but had a way in his demeanor that said more than any words could have been said. He provided love and a family environment that taught me respect for men. He protected and provided our family in a very positive manner. He was able to build our very first home. He exemplified how all families could be successful through hard work and commitment to family. He taught me about the importance of a strong Christian belief in God. And the importance of going to church and giving thanks to our creator.

 

             My oldest sister was my idle. I wanted to imitate her every move. She was so caring. She was there when I felt I did not know which way to go. She taught me to respect others and myself. She taught me how to learn to be independent and responsible for my actions. She protected me from some of life’s storms. She motivated me to go for my dreams and never allow anyone to destroy them.

 

                My oldest brother was such a father figure. He was always there when my parents were working. He still feels he is the family protector. I guess he really is. He is always available for giving advice when you may sometimes think you don’t need it, although you know he is exactly right. He can turns bad situations in to something good. He can show you how most things that happen does happen for a reason. He motivated me to further my education during a time I really needed to upgrade myself.

 

                    My first grade teacher really inspired me. She taught me my first academics. I learned to read and excel through her teaching. She inspired me to want to teach. She went above and beyond for our 1^st grade class. It was so exciting learning to read from my Dick and Jane readers. We moved from soft back readers to hard backs. She was there for first real school setting.

Personal Childhood Web

Personal Childhood Blog

            My mother was my first nurturing individual. She provided warmth and protection. She taught me how to be a young lady, which has inspired me through my adulthood. She not only taught me about Christianity, but walked the walk of what family and love is all about. She inspired me to think outside the box and make good choices in my life decisions. She taught me about God and how important he is to each of. I was nurtured in a Baptist church that I still attend. My family was brought up in this church and it still plays a great part in each of our lives.

 

               My father was a great inspiration to me. His spirit and kindness still abides in me. He did not talk much, but had a way in his demeanor that said more than any words could have been said. He provided love and a family environment that taught me respect for men. He protected and provided our family in a very positive manner. He was able to build our very first home. He exemplified how all families could be successful through hard work and commitment to family. He taught me about the importance of a strong Christian belief in God. And the importance of going to church and giving thanks to our creator.

 

             My oldest sister was my idle. I wanted to imitate her every move. She was so caring. She was there when I felt I did not know which way to go. She taught me to respect others and myself. She taught me how to learn to be independent and responsible for my actions. She protected me from some of life’s storms. She motivated me to go for my dreams and never allow anyone to destroy them.

 

                My oldest brother was such a father figure. He was always there when my parents were working. He still feels he is the family protector. I guess he really is. He is always available for giving advice when you may sometimes think you don’t need it, although you know he is exactly right. He can turns bad situations in to something good. He can show you how most things that happen does happen for a reason. He motivated me to further my education during a time I really needed to upgrade myself.

 

                    My first grade teacher really inspired me. She taught me my first academics. I learned to read and excel through her teaching. She inspired me to want to teach. She went above and beyond for our 1^st grade class. It was so exciting learning to read from my Dick and Jane readers. We moved from soft back readers to hard backs. She was there for first real school setting.

Personalizing My Blog

Childhood is the most beautiful of all life's seasons. (Author unknown)

The title of a children's book I love is Amelia Bedelia. I love of her series of books. She gets everything mixed up and takes everything literally, but ultimately everything always works out. This is a lot like life. It always works out, not necessarily as we wish.

The story that touched my heart regarding a child was: My little 7 year old cousin had a bone disease that was fatal. He received bone marrow from his two year old sister and was so thankful!!  He lived  short time after the transplant.

What I Have Learned

The one hope I have is that I can motivate each child and their family to feel comfortable to express their needs regardless of their diverse background.

My goal is to be able to give each child and family all the necessary guidance that will be needed to educate their child from all diverse backgrounds.

I would like to thank each of my colleagues for all the support and kind remarks given to each of my blog post as well as the discussion board. 

start seeing diversity

Start Seeing Diversity: Creating Art

                                                                      “Why”

                                             Being bias can cause sorrow and hate.

                                             Being bias mean we try not to relate.

                                             Children are our future so let’s cultivate.

                                             Let’s make their future brighter and motivate.

                                             Working together is a must to make this country great!

                                                                                

Start Seeing Diversity: "We Don't Say Those Words in Class!"

I once observed a 3rd grade class when one of the students made a comment that one of the T.V. personalities was gay. The teacher's response was "that is inappropriate to say". This appeared to be a wonderful "teachable moment" of anti-bias education (Sparks, Edwards, p. 32). Children can make comments that may reflect discomfort or rejection of diversity. Children at that age are eager to say what they have heard or think. I feel at that time the teacher could have asked do you know what the word gay means? At that time, a discussion regarding diversity could be presented to the class to assist with understanding diversity in various individuals.

Reference
Sparks, Edward. Anti-Bias Education.

Gender, Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation

Start seeing Diversity Video” Blog: Gender, Gender identity, and Sexual Orientation

Some of the ways you notice that homophobia and heterosexism permeate the world of young children includes books, movies, toys, stores, culture of early childhood centers, and schools. I believe the child’s environment dictates more of the homophobia that what the world does. When children go into the stores the toys are arranged in a certain order. The boys toys are altogether and the girls are separate. We as parents sometimes do not think outside the box and think this is just for the girls and this is only for the boys.  The video “Start Seeing Diversity Video” Blog: Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation. I thought about how little boys and girls can view various toys. Children honor what they see and are taught. I think a child can play with any toy and not necessarily be label as taking on another sexual characteristic.  Early childhood centers should have a wide range of toys for all genders. Children should be able to relate to all toys if that is their chose.

 

How would you respond to a parent/family member who informed you they did not want anyone who is perceived (or self-reported) homosexual or transgender to be caring for, educating, and /or interacting with their child. I would let the parent know that the center or facility is an equal opportunity employer and that would be considered discrimination. I would explain they could take it to the next chain of command if they were not pleased with the information given by me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

References

Multimedia: "Learning from Another's Life Story"  Tina

 

Course Media: "Start Seeing Diversity: Gender"

 

Course Media: "Start Seeing Diversity: Sexual Orientation"

 

 

 

 

Professional Hopes and Goal

I hope that I will be able to influence and motivate all the staff, children and families that I will be working with in my professional quest of early childhood. I hope that I will be able to touch all diverse cultures and add a better quality of life to each and every family.

My one goal is to be successful in being able to understand and relate to all diverse cultures. I want to be able to respect and always be available to lend a listening ear for needed services to all that I may come involved with.

A very special thanks to all my peers that have been so helpful in getting needed feedback to assist me in my journey in this course!!!

Welcoming Families From Around The World

The name of my family's country of origin is South Africa.

I will prepare myself culturally by:

1. learning more about how my family operate, feel, and the way in which they live.
2. Let them realize they are individuals and human beings.
3. Communicate with cultural sensitivity.
4. Be aware of the specific needs and try to respond appropriately.
5. Allow them to plan and relate to their culture and background as as well as my own.

           I believe that all of the diversity, I have learned in this course has made me understand the importance of relating to other cultures. I will  be able to utilize the knowledge and understanding to assist my family with enrichment of my country and culture. They will also be able to enrich my knowledge of their country and culture.

The personal side of Bias, Prejudice, and Oppression.

 

I can remember an incident when a friend of mine was looking for housing. The individual that had the rental property stated to my friend that the house was available for rent. This was all communicated through a telephone conversation. My friend went to see the rental property and after seeing my friend was African American, she was told the property was no longer for rent. My friend later telephoned back and spoke by phone again and was told the property was available for rent. The landlord was unaware that this was the same individual that had gone to see the house. 

 This made us very aware that this property was not available to be rented to an African American. This was not an example of how equality should be.

  This is an incident to let society know that racism is still alive some of society has not adjusted to the diverse changes that should have occurred centuries ago.

Practicing Awareness of Microaggressions

I was in an out of town store and wanted to look at some jewerly. I went to one of the sales people to let them know. They stated someone would be with me right away. The sales person came and asked no question. He saw another race at the counter and ask if she needede help? He later came to assist me after helping the other person.

Perspectives on Diversity and Culture

The three definitions of culture I received:

Culture is like a system of knowledge by various people

Culture is the way we communicate

Culture is the learned behavior of a tradition that comes from generation to generation.


Three definitions of diversity I received are:

Diversity sets individuals apart from one another.

Diversity is people with different backgrounds and various opinions that may include their political and religious beliefs and their life experiences.

Diversity can be having a wide range of interest, experience and backgrounds.

       All of the answers I received were studied in this course. Most all of the definitions on culture and diversity were stated to come from one's environment. The answers were that various beliefs were handed down from generations to generations. One example would be the religious beliefs that vary from one individual to the next. I really see no omissions that we have studied. Culture and diversity cannot be streamlined to a specific definition. People may have various ways to define the definition, but it all comes back to be a individual view of who or what they believe.

        These various views have made me more aware of how our culture and diversity in these United States can be different. Our next door neighbor can have a completely different standard of living. Their view and culture if not understood can cause conflicts. We must learn to respect others views and living standards for society peace.

2 blog post I responded to: http://elisavasquez10.blogspot.com
http://audrey-earlychildhood.blogspot.com

My Family Culture

               The items I would choose would be my personal Bible and 2 family photos. This would be pictures of my child and her family and a family photo of my family. These would be items that I would need to get me through this lost.

 

              I would be very sadden by this and would take my strong religious relationship with God to get through this. This is a situation that would require me to pray and look to God for guidance in my time of separation from my culture. This would reflect back to my Christian upbringing.