The blog assignments in this class seem to be something that I will be able to use and cherish for long after. I am always interested in learning about what is happening in the early childhood field around the world and so this assignment is something I definitely look forward to. I have had some difficulty in finding two professionals in other countries to email back and forth with, but I am still going to keep trying and use other resources. I also looked into the World Forum Foundation and listened to a few of the podcasts. If the need arises for me to do the alternative assignment I feel that there are many great things that I can learn from the podcasts.
The website that I will be exploring more deeply throughout this course is NAEYC, or the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The reason I chose this website is because I have always appreciated the things they stand for, in regard to young children. They are very resourceful and I oftentimes find myself using their principles in my work and studying of children. I have been a member of NAEYC since I was in the final semesters of my Bachelor's degree, but I have struggled with using all of the resources to my benefit. The NAEYC website shares what the organization is about:
"The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children."
What I appreciate most about NAEYC, is that they work to promote high-quality early learning for all young children. For me, that is the goal that I strive for in working with young children. I want every child to have the opportunity to receive high-quality education and I believe it is through working hard, being an example, and especially being an advocate that makes this truly possible. I look forward to learning more about this website and connecting with other professionals in this field.
References
National Association for the Education of Young Children. (2015). About NAEYC.
Retrieved from
http://www.naeyc.org/content/about-naeyc
Hi Linzie,
ReplyDeleteHopefully you'll hear back from some people this week for that part of the assignment.
I look forward to what you find out from NAEYC. They really do seem like a great organization, although I haven't dived into their website yet either. Looking forward to reading your observations.
Danielle