Hello fellow classmates in child development class I would like to thank you for your support and helpful comments in this class . I will continue to follow your blogs. A special thanks to Dr.Nagel for pushing me to expand my knowledge of child development .
Friday, October 23, 2015
Friday, October 9, 2015
Testing children is a hot topic in the state I live in right now. Indiana testing has been changed because of the length of the test. The teachers and parents felt it was too long and the results have been poor. I do think testing intelligence is not a exact science. I have evaluated tests before and the topics and the criterion used for scoring was ambiguous. In my classroom I do four check points for my children where different objectives is assessed through our curriculum. Our curriculum is called Teaching Strategies . It is curriculum with ideas on lesson planning, assessment for infants to kindergarten age. The objectives focus on predictors for school success. I like the fact the objectives include all aspects of learning for the whole child.
When I was researching the whole child approach to teaching I came across a website that is geared to the subject. It started through the organization called ASCD(Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development), This organization is a global leader in developing and delivering innovative programs, products and services that empower educators to support the success of each learner(www.ascd.org/about-ascd.aspx). The organization provides comprehensive needs assessment that includes emphasis on emotional development, safety and health. They want children to not only have academic success but to have a lifetime of success in varied of areas.
The organization has partnered with some schools in Europe focusing on health which is an issue some of those countries like the Solvenia. This has organized to be called SHE. Schools for Health in Europe. The schools are in about 43 countries that established a network of national coordinators. The schools focused on improving the health promotion and making it an integral part of policy development in European Education and Health sectors.(www.she@cbo.nl).
References:
www.ascd.org.
www.she@cbo.nl
www?teachingstrategies.com
When I was researching the whole child approach to teaching I came across a website that is geared to the subject. It started through the organization called ASCD(Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development), This organization is a global leader in developing and delivering innovative programs, products and services that empower educators to support the success of each learner(www.ascd.org/about-ascd.aspx). The organization provides comprehensive needs assessment that includes emphasis on emotional development, safety and health. They want children to not only have academic success but to have a lifetime of success in varied of areas.
The organization has partnered with some schools in Europe focusing on health which is an issue some of those countries like the Solvenia. This has organized to be called SHE. Schools for Health in Europe. The schools are in about 43 countries that established a network of national coordinators. The schools focused on improving the health promotion and making it an integral part of policy development in European Education and Health sectors.(www.she
References:
www.ascd.org.
www.she@cbo.nl
www?teachingstrategies.com
Friday, September 25, 2015
"Hunger" this year nearly nine million children will die needlessly because of hunger related illnesses. Few of these deaths are related to starvation, but rather to common illnesses (such as diarrhea, measles, and malaria) that move in on vulnerable children whose bodies are weaken by hunger. Hunger in the poor nations like Ghana and Niger overwhelming of majority of scenes are of malnutrition of children.
The world supply of food is not depleted is just that not everyone have access due to poverty. In the developing world 1.4 billion people live below the international poverty line earning less than 1.25 a day. Among the poor it is difficult to attain nutritious food as a result 1.0 billion people are undernourished. Freedom from Hunger organization has set a Credit with Education program is just such a strategy. The program includes transferring program technology that is developed to local people around the world and they are using it to help end world hunger through their own families and communities.
Here in America the one of the richest nations there is millions of working people don't know where their next meal is coming from month to month. About one-sixth of Americans don't have enough food to eat. Here in America there are the food stamp programs, the SNAP programs, pantries and farms subsidies govern by the Federal Government. These programs help but they are not the solution. I am a Head Start teacher and we service social economic disadvantage families and I hear stories all the time about parents who cannot feed their children. I always try to steer them to pantries that give away food on weekly basis. Head Start is a federal program that has the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) which provides money to feed the children three times a day. I encourage my parents to bring their children everyday so that at least they get feed three times that day. America does has a advantage over other nations at least the government tries to help with hunger other nations don't have government support.
References:
https://www.freedomfromhunger.org/world-hunger-facts
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/foodfeatures/hunger
The world supply of food is not depleted is just that not everyone have access due to poverty. In the developing world 1.4 billion people live below the international poverty line earning less than 1.25 a day. Among the poor it is difficult to attain nutritious food as a result 1.0 billion people are undernourished. Freedom from Hunger organization has set a Credit with Education program is just such a strategy. The program includes transferring program technology that is developed to local people around the world and they are using it to help end world hunger through their own families and communities.
Here in America the one of the richest nations there is millions of working people don't know where their next meal is coming from month to month. About one-sixth of Americans don't have enough food to eat. Here in America there are the food stamp programs, the SNAP programs, pantries and farms subsidies govern by the Federal Government. These programs help but they are not the solution. I am a Head Start teacher and we service social economic disadvantage families and I hear stories all the time about parents who cannot feed their children. I always try to steer them to pantries that give away food on weekly basis. Head Start is a federal program that has the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) which provides money to feed the children three times a day. I encourage my parents to bring their children everyday so that at least they get feed three times that day. America does has a advantage over other nations at least the government tries to help with hunger other nations don't have government support.
References:
https://www.freedomfromhunger.org/world-hunger-facts
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/foodfeatures/hunger
Saturday, September 12, 2015
Breast Feeding is a topic that is dear to me. I have always thought that breast feeding is best for the child. Nutrition starts with colostrum is a thick, high-calorie fluid secreted by the mother's breast. Compared to formula breast milk is sterile always at body temperature and rich in many nutrients for the brain and body. Babies who are exclusively breast fed are less often sick because breast milk provides antibodies and decreases allergies and asthma.
I chose breast feeding with my son because of the facts listed above and because of the bonding it creates between mother and child. Breast feeding is even recommend in countries in Africa where there are large number of HIV positive mothers because of the higher risk of the children dying of infections, diarrhea or malnutrition as a result of bottle feeding than the child getting HIV.
Breast feeding is not for everyone and with the advance in the creation formula has helped children grow to be healthy and happy. The new information about formula I read makes me see that formula can be almost as good as breastfeeding milk
I chose breast feeding with my son because of the facts listed above and because of the bonding it creates between mother and child. Breast feeding is even recommend in countries in Africa where there are large number of HIV positive mothers because of the higher risk of the children dying of infections, diarrhea or malnutrition as a result of bottle feeding than the child getting HIV.
Breast feeding is not for everyone and with the advance in the creation formula has helped children grow to be healthy and happy. The new information about formula I read makes me see that formula can be almost as good as breastfeeding milk
Saturday, September 5, 2015
Birthing experience: I am a mother of a twenty-five year old son and I still have vivid memories of his birth. I was in labor for fourteen hours and my labor was induced and that is the worst labor but I did have a epidural because the labor was so long. My son was getting to big for his amniotic sack and I was two weeks over due so they induced my labor. I remember the pain and my nurse who was calm and wonderful through it all. My favorite aunt was there to hold my hand and has help me raise my son over the years. He is still close with her. I welcome my son into the world on April 20 1990 at 2:28 am and that was greatest moment of my life. He is my joy and my heart and I enjoyed every moment raising to be the man is today. He is a smart and loving man with two degrees from Purdue University in Electrical Engineering.
As,I explore other birth around the world I see different birthing positions some I have heard of some I was surprise to see. I could not pick just one country. I instead went on google and typed in the prompt birth around the world. A article by Alice Proujans about a photographer who took pictures of woman giving birth in different countries looked interesting. I looked at the pictures and found some similarities and differences. The similarities were that the babies were placed close the mother's heartbeat after having the baby and there were midwives and hospitals. I did see that the hospitals were very simple where as in most states hospital birthing rooms are set up as a bedroom.Midwives were a common person who made the deliveries in most of the countries like Malan and Nigeria.
The one thing the article pointed out was in United States it is taboo to show a woman naked body and in other culture that don't have that problem. It is a difference in culture and how the women are seen in society. Birth is a beautiful experience and without it we can't live.
Child development starts with birth and how the birth goes for the babies can determine how the child develops later. A rough start does happen for babies but does not mean a rough childhood because of plasticity a child can adapt and grow to lead a normal life.
As,I explore other birth around the world I see different birthing positions some I have heard of some I was surprise to see. I could not pick just one country. I instead went on google and typed in the prompt birth around the world. A article by Alice Proujans about a photographer who took pictures of woman giving birth in different countries looked interesting. I looked at the pictures and found some similarities and differences. The similarities were that the babies were placed close the mother's heartbeat after having the baby and there were midwives and hospitals. I did see that the hospitals were very simple where as in most states hospital birthing rooms are set up as a bedroom.Midwives were a common person who made the deliveries in most of the countries like Malan and Nigeria.
The one thing the article pointed out was in United States it is taboo to show a woman naked body and in other culture that don't have that problem. It is a difference in culture and how the women are seen in society. Birth is a beautiful experience and without it we can't live.
Child development starts with birth and how the birth goes for the babies can determine how the child develops later. A rough start does happen for babies but does not mean a rough childhood because of plasticity a child can adapt and grow to lead a normal life.
Saturday, August 22, 2015
Hello, Fellow Bloggers, I would like to thank everyone for their supportive comments and for visiting my blog. I did not think there were be any one who would want read what I had to say but I was wrong. I enjoyed reading my colleagues in group one 's blogs and I was inspired and I learned a lot of good information. A special thanks go to you and Dr. Perkins for your helpful comments in the discussion board. I am not a talkative person but the blog and discussion board has made more confident in my ability to express myself. I know it is because of my colleagues and Dr.Perkins support. Thank You and GOD BLESS!
Saturday, August 15, 2015
Meaningful Statements from The Code of Ethnics of the Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment.
The Code of Ethnics of the DEC statement that stood out for me was in the Professional and Interpersonal Behavior part. It states that: We shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the unique value and human potential of each child. This statement stood out for me because special needs children are labeled with their aliment and treated with no respect. I worked with special needs children and I saw other teachers not give them respect. I reminded them that all children are special and need our respect and love. I was glad to read that statement in a code of ethnics because hopefully people will look at child as gift from God and not as the "label" that has been given to them.
The next code of ethnics that stood out was in the Professional Development and Preparation. It states that: We shall continually be aware of the issues challenging the field of early childhood special education and advocate for changes in laws, regulations, and policies leading to improved outcomes and services for young children with disabilities and their families. This statement stood out for me because I worked with special needs children and some laws need to be changed. In the state of Indiana a child must evaluated and "label" with whatever the ailment that is diagnosis. The label scares parent away from getting the help their may need. A change is needed in communicating to parents their child's diagnosis in way which the parents has a understanding what is needed. The stigma needs to be lifted that is associated with special needs children. We need to maybe communicate to parents that their child is special and just has extra characteristics that makes them exceptional.
The NAEYC code of ethical conduct statement that stood out for was in the section three under Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues-A-Ideals 1-3A.1. It says ideally there is a need to establish and maintain relationships of respect, trust confidentially, collaboration and cooperation with co-workers.
This statement stood out to me because at work our center just received a accreditation from the NAEYC and respect is lacking in the treatment of employees from administration. I think they need to read this statement again.
References: The Division for Early Childhood Education (2009 August), Code of ethnics. Retrieved May 26,2010 from http://www.dec.sped.org.
NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment.(2005. April). Retrieved May 26, 2010 from: http://www.naeyc.org/naeyc/file/position/PSETH.pdf
The Code of Ethnics of the DEC statement that stood out for me was in the Professional and Interpersonal Behavior part. It states that: We shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the unique value and human potential of each child. This statement stood out for me because special needs children are labeled with their aliment and treated with no respect. I worked with special needs children and I saw other teachers not give them respect. I reminded them that all children are special and need our respect and love. I was glad to read that statement in a code of ethnics because hopefully people will look at child as gift from God and not as the "label" that has been given to them.
The next code of ethnics that stood out was in the Professional Development and Preparation. It states that: We shall continually be aware of the issues challenging the field of early childhood special education and advocate for changes in laws, regulations, and policies leading to improved outcomes and services for young children with disabilities and their families. This statement stood out for me because I worked with special needs children and some laws need to be changed. In the state of Indiana a child must evaluated and "label" with whatever the ailment that is diagnosis. The label scares parent away from getting the help their may need. A change is needed in communicating to parents their child's diagnosis in way which the parents has a understanding what is needed. The stigma needs to be lifted that is associated with special needs children. We need to maybe communicate to parents that their child is special and just has extra characteristics that makes them exceptional.
The NAEYC code of ethical conduct statement that stood out for was in the section three under Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues-A-Ideals 1-3A.1. It says ideally there is a need to establish and maintain relationships of respect, trust confidentially, collaboration and cooperation with co-workers.
This statement stood out to me because at work our center just received a accreditation from the NAEYC and respect is lacking in the treatment of employees from administration. I think they need to read this statement again.
References: The Division for Early Childhood Education (2009 August), Code of ethnics. Retrieved May 26,2010 from http://www.dec.sped.org.
NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment.(2005. April). Retrieved May 26, 2010 from: http://www.naeyc.org/naeyc/file/position/PSETH.pdf
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Collections of Resources
The resources that stood out for me this week are:
Where we stand on school readiness : http:// www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiiness.pdf
Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families.(2010) Infant-Toddler policy agenda. http://main.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pageename=ter.pub..infanttoddler.
Association of Childhood Education International: http://acei.org
Additional Resources I have found:
The American Federation of Teachers Education Foundation:www.aft.org/earlychildhood.
The Greenspan Floortime Approach:http://www.stanleygreenspan.com/about-floortime/
Teaching Strategies Curriculum and Assesment: http://teachingstrategies.com
Where we stand on school readiness : http:// www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiiness.pdf
Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families.(2010) Infant-Toddler policy agenda. http://main.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pageename=ter.pub..infanttoddler.
Association of Childhood Education International: http://acei.org
Additional Resources I have found:
The American Federation of Teachers Education Foundation:www.aft.org/earlychildhood.
The Greenspan Floortime Approach:http://www.stanleygreenspan.com/about-floortime/
Teaching Strategies Curriculum and Assesment: http://teachingstrategies.com
Friday, July 24, 2015
Words of Inspiration and Motivation
The words that stood out for me from Dr. Whitebook speech on Child care employment were:" A good work environment should be both a criterion for federal funding opportunities as well as a allowable use of federal funds". "Even teachers who are experienced the best preparation and support for ongoing learning cannot demonstrate their competence absent a respectful and rewarding workplace." Those words resonates with right now because we are in an fight for worthy wages and respect at the company I work at now.
The Floor Time Approach by Dr. Greenspan MD open my eyes to that I am doing things that are effective for my children in my classroom, When he said" When you are on the floor with a child use this time to excite her interests, draw her to connect to you, and challenge her to be creative, curious and spontaneous." The child will move forward intellectually and emotionally. I see that progress in my children as they grow and leave my classroom.
When I watch the video on in week two about what is your passion, some words that motivate me were "If I help one child be successful in the classroom than I have made a difference.( Raymond Hernadez Executive Director of School of Early Childhood Education University of Southern California), I always said that if I can help just one child I am doing my job as a educator and it is good to hear another professional say that is his passion as well. The other words that motivated me were when one professional said" They were called to teach and their passion was to nurture children to grow to their fullest abilities."(Louise Sparks Professor Emeritus at Pacific Oaks College California). I always tell people I feel teaching children is a calling for my life and I am glad that someone feels the same.
The Floor Time Approach by Dr. Greenspan MD open my eyes to that I am doing things that are effective for my children in my classroom, When he said" When you are on the floor with a child use this time to excite her interests, draw her to connect to you, and challenge her to be creative, curious and spontaneous." The child will move forward intellectually and emotionally. I see that progress in my children as they grow and leave my classroom.
When I watch the video on in week two about what is your passion, some words that motivate me were "If I help one child be successful in the classroom than I have made a difference.( Raymond Hernadez Executive Director of School of Early Childhood Education University of Southern California), I always said that if I can help just one child I am doing my job as a educator and it is good to hear another professional say that is his passion as well. The other words that motivated me were when one professional said" They were called to teach and their passion was to nurture children to grow to their fullest abilities."(Louise Sparks Professor Emeritus at Pacific Oaks College California). I always tell people I feel teaching children is a calling for my life and I am glad that someone feels the same.
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