Time Well Spent
Three significant learnings from this program
- Advocacy: I have learned that advocates are needed in the field who seek to better the care and education of young children. Advocacy requires risk-taking, research, and support from other professionals in the field. Also, parents and educators need to have a voice so their concerns and needs are recognized and considered.
- Research: I have learned that all professionals in the field of early childhood education need to maintain an up-to-date and worldly perspective through research. Research provides new ideas and information to support decision-making and positive response efforts to challenges. Research also has an positive impact when used by early educators to integrate best practices.
- Ways to respond to current issues/concerns: I learned that developing a community of practice is critical in order to effectively respond to an issue, within the field. A community of practice shoud include diverse people in their professional knowledge and experience, in order to have a broadened perspective.
Long-term goal
- I'm working towards a leadership role within the U.S. Department of Education. I'm hoping to play a key role in decision making process for the direction of early childhood education in our country.
Farewell
- I'm very proud of our work together! I have learned so much about research from Dr. Teri. I have also learned from my colleagues through your personal and professional insights, experiences, and goals! Thank you all for your support, openness, and resourcefulness. I hope you all achieve your goals and continue to make a positive impact on young children! Graduation....is here!!!!!
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