Final Blog Assignment

 

I was unable to reach out to an international contact for this course; however, I gained insight from my colleagues and the podcasts provided throughout the 8 weeks of class. As I look back to review the information that I have obtained in regards to the international early childhood field, my professional and personal development has improved and expanded.

Three Consequences:

1)    The US and other countries are struggling to adequately take action in regards to the reality that children are lacking basic material in their home environments; in which, the deprivation is affecting young children’s school performance and their ability to retain information in the classroom.

2)    Although we come from different worlds, professionals from the US and other countries have similar views about the need in providing children with high-quality education and care, even though implementing the urgent need is not up to par.

3)    The US is doing away with other methods of teaching; such as, play, creativity, exploration, etc. US school systems are now focused on drilling children to obtain information instead of remembering that different forms of teaching can be more beneficial for children to succeed in school and in life.

One Goal:

I plan to apply myself more in discovering ways to stay aware of and bring awareness to others in regards to children who are suffering the most in the world; particularly, the lack of quality care and education, poor living environments, etc.

We must remember that one day we will age and become just as vulnerable in our future as young children are today. If we fail to build up our children toward success, the failure falls back on us. We will be unable to leave the responsibility of the working field in the hands of generations to come, due to the lack of education and/or competency. We will be denying not only our children, but ourselves for a better future.