For this week's assignment on our blog we were find three positions from the NAEYC and DEC'S Code of Ethics and find how it relates to us as professionals.
1. NAEYC's states that we should "Respect the dignity, worth, and uniqueness of each individual" (child, family member, and colleague)
I feel when I can accept each child, parent, and colleague as an individual that I am able to teach the child better because they are realizing that I see them as a person. I will be able to help the parent better because I can give them individual ideas suited for their child's needs, and finally I can see ideas in a different perspective from a colleague.
2. NAEYC's states,"Recognize that children and adults achieve their full potential in the context of relationships that are based on trust and respect."
I believe if you are honest and direct with a child and say what you mean then the child will respect you as an adult It is all about being consistent!
3. NAEYC's also states, "Appreciate childhood as a unique and valuable stage of the human life cycle."
When God created us, he created us in a very specific way to where we learn and develop skills and physical attributes at certain times. One of those times is early childhood, this time we are growing cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically at the most rapid rate in our life! It is amazing and we should treat this time with respect.
I love how you focused on the uniqueness of each child! It is important for us, as teachers, to vary our teaching styles to incorporate what works best for all learners. But sometimes we have to adjust how we deal with a child and/or their families to continue having a good relationship with them, and valuing their individuality is a big step for that! I went through a training here in Oklahoma called "Great Expectations" and it focuses on how to enhance, value, and develop each child's uniqueness. You may want to look into it, if you haven't before. It is a great classroom management program!
ReplyDeleteThe uniqueness of each child and their family comes with getting to know the individuals. It is important to respect the cultures and values of all the children and families. My professional journey has been along and hard one that I have truly learned to appreciate and accept. This is a career that I would not change for anything in this world. Thank you for sharing your professionalism with me during this course.
ReplyDeleteYou must certainly acknowledge and respect the uniqueness of every child and family. Once doing this, you gain an advantage on what is needed, and how to supply what is desired.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree that being consistent sets up an atmosphere where children respect the rules that are in place. It makes it easier for children to follow what is expected if they know what you expect from them. Also, it seems to be a recurring theme among early childhood educators that we believe that teaching children based on their unique abilities will allow children to be the most successful in reaching their highest potential.
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trust and respect of each child shouldn't have to be an ideal on a code of ethics, but you will be surprised how many adults do not trust or respect children..sad really. Good choice of personal ideals Kelly.
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ReplyDeleteI have really enjoyed sharing and learning from each of our experiences through this first course at Walden University. Collaboration has really been a big factor in each of us learning and growing within the field. I hope to see you in future courses on the way to our Master's and I hope to have the ability to learn more about your passions and the forces that drive you in the field of early childhood education.
-Alyson