Week 3 blog Cultural Diversity Communication

I do find myself communicating differently with different groups and culture. I think this may be due to trying to fit in in without hurting the group feelings. I think when one is unfamiliar with the group or culture it makes it difficult to know what is appropriate to say or do. We sometimes find ourselves uncomfortable in starting a conversation that we feel may make others uncomfortable. We may start and active conversation with other familiar groups because we are comfortable with that group. We are comfortable because we know exactly what is appropriate and what is not, therefore we must learn in society how to be diverse in culture and language.






Three strategies I feel will assist me in communication are:


1. Sincerely listen - pay attention when others are talking; it tells others that you are truly interested in them.  Ask questions about what they are saying.  Think about what they are saying.  Remember, people don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care.  Listening is one way to demonstrate that you care about them.

2. Pay compliments - this is a great way to get a conversation started and make someone feel good.  There is something special about everyone - it is our job to find it out and make that person feel special.  Make sure that your compliment is sincere. 

3.  Remember names.  When you forget others' names, this tells them they are not that important to you.  People like to hear their names. 

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The show that I chose that I never watch is Sponge Bob Square Pants. The characters relationship appear to all be friends. They say very harsh things to each other and then they help each other out when times get rough. The language is very rough at times. This is based on listening to them communicating with each other. The sound off appear to be concern for each other. It was difficult for me to understand there expression to the various characters in the cartoon. The assumption is that verbal cues may not always express one's true feelings. It is important to get to know a person to understand and relate to the changing language one may speak.

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The person I listened to that had great communication skills was a speaker for a recent seminar I attended. This person gave a printout of the nature of her speech. She discussed the teenagers troubling years. She made valid points that caught everyone attention. The points were very clear and concise. I look around the audience and she had everyone's attention. There were no cell phone usage or unnecessary chatter from the audience. She talk in a tone that was effective to engage the audience. After completing her speech she received very positive feedback from the audience.

conclude study of research

There has been lots of insights into this class. I never gave the study of research much thought. I realize that one must understand all of the language and choice of various design to do good quality research. I can't say my ideas have change, but this has been an overwhelming amount of information to absorb. I've learned that conducting research requires the ability to set aside your personal beliefs and stick with the facts.

I have enjoyed everyone in this class, and wish everyone great success in all your endeavors.

Research around the World

Research around the World


I chose a current research article from the European Early Childhood Education Research Journal.
The topic that was discussed was Understanding children from 0 to 3 years of age and its implications for education. What's new on the babies' side? Origins and evolutions


It discussed how the views of infancy and toddlerhood has changed over the past ten years.
Increased knowledge has become so important in continuing research in this field.


 
the end result must be that one realizes how much the implementation of children's rights will be dependent on the capacity of the adult to overcome the gap between the common sense views on babies and toddlers and what really goes on while they interact with the world. If we can , we must be see  our major obstacle in changing our view of the child and making education more effective.






            
 
 OECD. 2006. Starting strong II: Early childhood education and care, Paris: OECD    

        Directorate for Education.

Research that benefits Children and Families

      I would imagine no child with a handicapping disability. Every child would have an even start. Children would be educated based on their emotional, social, cognitive, and physical needs. No children would go hungry or lack the need for a family or love. Children would be protected from the societal problems that may cause them to not be able to reach their developmental potential.
     A study or research that could bring on positive changes of this magnitude would make the learning world an inspiration to society. Children would no longer feel left out and un-loved.

My Personal Research Journey

     My chosen topic for the simulation is ways to identify children with disabilities. I know this can be rather broad and complex. I chose this because I have worked with families and children with physical, cognitive and mental disabilities. This is sometimes overlooked in our early learners and this can damage them for life. We as educators must prepare to observe and understand the signs to get interventions for our children.
       The material we have covered this week has made me dig deeper to understand what to look for in credible research. Research can open doors to providing quality serve to the early childhood field. Children need to have a good start to their developmental growth. A good start to this is understanding their needs for good growth and development.
        Please assist me with any new resources that will assist me in this area. Good luck to each of my colleagues in this class.