Early Childhood Education Today
Meyer.B7001-1
Dr. P. Chandler
January 06, 2013
Investigating the Value of Children
Investigate activities
Behaviors
Statements within families
Education
Political contexts where the investment in the future can be recognized in today’s society
Explore the erosion of view point and how it is manifested in observable ways
Trends past and present future projection in e c e
Compare and contrast the impact of thinking styles on teaching
Analyze various societal impacts on young children
The role of early childhood professional today is radically different from what it was two or three years ago. The dimensions of professionalism and the characteristics of the high-quality professional remain the same, but responsibilities, expectations, and roles have changed. Teachers of today are more accountable for children’s learning. The emphasis is no longer on the process of schooling. An educator who successfully teaches all children, promotes high personal standards, and continually expands his or her skills and knowledge. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has suggested that appropriate teacher behavior may result from knowledge and experience including "...college-level, specialized preparation in early childhood education/child development...current knowledge of child development and its application of early childhood educational practice. As a rule, teachers must hold some type of certification or license to work in the public school system. What constitutes an early childhood education credential and whether the state requires such a credential are two different issues.
Enthusiasm for action research is growing as people discover its value as a powerful vehicle for support, networking, and school reform. Educators who have used action research say that it becomes a way of life in their work. Classroom practice and children's experiences are changed, and in the process, there is improvement in learning.
Dr. P. Chandler
January 06, 2013
Investigating the Value of Children
Investigate activities
Behaviors
Statements within families
Education
Political contexts where the investment in the future can be recognized in today’s society
Explore the erosion of view point and how it is manifested in observable ways
Trends past and present future projection in e c e
Compare and contrast the impact of thinking styles on teaching
Analyze various societal impacts on young children
The role of early childhood professional today is radically different from what it was two or three years ago. The dimensions of professionalism and the characteristics of the high-quality professional remain the same, but responsibilities, expectations, and roles have changed. Teachers of today are more accountable for children’s learning. The emphasis is no longer on the process of schooling. An educator who successfully teaches all children, promotes high personal standards, and continually expands his or her skills and knowledge. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has suggested that appropriate teacher behavior may result from knowledge and experience including "...college-level, specialized preparation in early childhood education/child development...current knowledge of child development and its application of early childhood educational practice. As a rule, teachers must hold some type of certification or license to work in the public school system. What constitutes an early childhood education credential and whether the state requires such a credential are two different issues.
Enthusiasm for action research is growing as people discover its value as a powerful vehicle for support, networking, and school reform. Educators who have used action research say that it becomes a way of life in their work. Classroom practice and children's experiences are changed, and in the process, there is improvement in learning.