The specific section of NAEYC that seemed relevant to my professional development is the Periodicals Section. There are so many articles that you can read and study guides to go with the articles to help facilitate training sessions.
There was an idea that made me look at an issue in a new way. That issue was engaging diverse families. On the website it recognizes centers that are exemplary in engaging families. It had a guideline of what families should look for in choosing a center that encourages involvement from all cultures. This made me look at this from the standpoint as if I was the one from another culture coming to register my child. It made me think differently about the whole concept.
The thing that showed me about support for early childhood was the section that talked about Supporting Japan's young children and resources for coping with disasters. This is something specifically for the children of Japan after suffering the earthquake and Tsunami.
The other new insights I gained were the fact that there are other organizations bigger than National. There are also world organizations that NAEYC ties into. We are all concerned about our children no matter what country we are in. I also gained insight to t he fact that our profession is one that requires constant training. We have to stay trained on current methods that are best for educating young children. NAEYC offers many trainings all over the nation that supports this effort. The website lists these trainings and helps you to stay on top of current issues.
There was an idea that made me look at an issue in a new way. That issue was engaging diverse families. On the website it recognizes centers that are exemplary in engaging families. It had a guideline of what families should look for in choosing a center that encourages involvement from all cultures. This made me look at this from the standpoint as if I was the one from another culture coming to register my child. It made me think differently about the whole concept.
The thing that showed me about support for early childhood was the section that talked about Supporting Japan's young children and resources for coping with disasters. This is something specifically for the children of Japan after suffering the earthquake and Tsunami.
The other new insights I gained were the fact that there are other organizations bigger than National. There are also world organizations that NAEYC ties into. We are all concerned about our children no matter what country we are in. I also gained insight to t he fact that our profession is one that requires constant training. We have to stay trained on current methods that are best for educating young children. NAEYC offers many trainings all over the nation that supports this effort. The website lists these trainings and helps you to stay on top of current issues.
I think it is great when web sites of these organizations provides excellent information on each topic and outlines (study guides)to help you understand their point of view.
ReplyDeleteBecause like you said, it is highly important for educators to continue their training and education because policies and programs to changing all the time, their are always new developments, or new studies on child development to will foster more to their overall well-being. NAEYC to me is a great web site and provides a range of information on so many issues.
This site is a fantastic resource for early childhood professionals! The plethora of articles available is something all ECE teachers need to access and use as a reference. Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing. I will definitely look into this website. I am always looking for resources when it comes to training and parent envolvement, two areas of development that are so vital to keeping a high quality program.
ReplyDeleteNAEYC conferences are also exciting, allowing early childhood professionals to really share their knowledge and support each other's efforts for children and families. The organization has and continues to raise and support the professional standards for those who serve our youngest.
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