EDUC 6357: What I have learned

  

As I think about young children and their families from diverse backgrounds, I wish for them to embark on their early childhood education in an anti-bias environment that will foster respect and equity that will portray their cultural background in the environment (Derman-Sparks, 2010). I also hope that every young child will have a professional educator who will represent cultural sensitivity and address their particular needs, supporting their social and cultural identity (Derman-Sparks, 2010). 


I wish that every childhood program will foster an anti-bias curriculum, reassuring each child and family is visible (Derman-Sparks, 2010). The goal I would like to set for the early childhood field is to have enough subsidized programs for low-income families, allowing each child the opportunity to attend a developmentally appropriate program. Also, I wish to enable diverse families with access to resources that can support their needs.


Lastly, I would like to thank my colleagues that shared the educational journey with me and that their wisdom and experience inspired me in so many ways. I gained a wealth of knowledge through our mutual collaboration!

Toda!

 (Thank you in Hebrew)

Reference:

Derman- Sparks, L. & Edwards, J. o. (2010). Anti-bias education for young children and ourselves. Washington, DC: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

 

Comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 3, 2021 at 9:58 AM

    Ilana,
    Your insights are helpful and I continue to learn from them! I have seen the benefits of low-income families utilize the ECE programs through our district. Not only have I noticed positive growth in the child, but the partnering with families appears to increase their investment into the essential nature of education. Good luck!

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  2. galuMarch 3, 2021 at 4:45 PM

    Hi Ilana,
    Thank you for sharing your insight! It has been an honor and a pleasure to have interacted with you during these courses. As we continue to go down our paths of education, I hope you the best of luck. Your opinions and insights have made an impact on my outlook of the Early Childhood field.

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  3. InetteMarch 7, 2021 at 8:06 AM

    Ilana,
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights that have contributed to my growth in the early childhood field.

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