During these 8 weeks I have learned so much by interacting with international sites. First I learned that many iissues we face here in the United States are shared amongst other countries. It was interesting to discover the extent of the issue elsewhere but also to discover ways they are tending to them. Second, I have so much more insight now on websites and publications that as an educator will benefit me in my career path. Thirdly these interactions helped me realize that it is important for all leaders to come together and develop a plan to help ensure the education of our youths. The widespan gap in education due to status is devastating and is something that can be and should be dealt with.
My goal is to keep visiting these sites and to subscribe to as many publications as I can to help me develop better understanding and to keep up with current issues of trends and issues. This will help me become a better advocate for children that have no voices.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Saturday, August 13, 2011
International Early Childhood Professionalism
The UNESCO website is a very complex site. I like how it is not only for early childhood but also secondary and adult education. The site allows you to explore tabs in regards to education, culture, social and human services, etc. There is so much information on this site.
UNESCO adopts every 6 years a strategy which guides the objectives and expectations for the organizations work. Their mission statement is: “As a specialized agency of the UN system, UNESCO contributes to the building of peace, the alleviation of poverty, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, communication and information.”
From this site, I learned that 10.5 million children die a year from preventable diseases. This is so heart wrenching to know that this could be prevented with care. UNESCO advocates for childrens health and nutrition. They are believers in the holistic development of children.
From this site, I learned that 10.5 million children die a year from preventable diseases. This is so heart wrenching to know that this could be prevented with care. UNESCO advocates for childrens health and nutrition. They are believers in the holistic development of children.
One site I explored was an article on Education for All. This is a global committee that is focused on providing quality education for children and adults. By the year 2015, 164 Governments pledged to meet 6 goals and to provide EFA. These goals are:
1) Expand and improve Early Childhood Care and Education especially among the most vulnerable.
2) Ensure that all children, especially girls, underprivileged and minority groups, have access and complete a high quality program.
3) Ensure that life skill programs and appropriate learning is available to all young people.
4) Have a 50% increase in adult literacy by 2015.
5) To have gender equality in education by 2015.
6) To improve the quality of education and see measurable outcomes in literacy, math and life skills.
1) Expand and improve Early Childhood Care and Education especially among the most vulnerable.
2) Ensure that all children, especially girls, underprivileged and minority groups, have access and complete a high quality program.
3) Ensure that life skill programs and appropriate learning is available to all young people.
4) Have a 50% increase in adult literacy by 2015.
5) To have gender equality in education by 2015.
6) To improve the quality of education and see measurable outcomes in literacy, math and life skills.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Sharing Web Resources
I have been following the NAEYC website. Today I chose to follow the link titled families. Under this heading, the organization explains various programs and opportunities available to parents.
In exploring the website for NAEYC, I found a link (Right Choice for Kids), that took me to an article about Engaging Diverse Families. This article identifies 10 programs and effective ways they reach out to involve diverse families. NAEYC then shares this information with struggling programs trying to help their families. The site also gives recommendations to parent s on what they should be looking for when choosing a program that promotes diverse participation.
From the site, it confirmed what I already knew. That many programs struggle with including diverse cultures into the class. It also reinforces that a meaningful relationship between families and school helps promote school readiness and later academic success.
I thought it was interesting that the NAEYC identifies using newsletters as a way to involve diverse families. The organization recommends that in newsletters we should include community events that are happening, lending library information and tips on child development. By doing these few things, programs are extending the learning outside of the classroom which encourages more parent involvement.
For more information on the organizations recommendations, visit the site at
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