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I need a 3-year old child for observation regarding my Early Childhood Education Project..I don’t seem to…?
March 22nd, 2010 | 
Author: I don’t seem to get a child..
Can i get any vdeos online about this 3 year old kid observation??
Thank you..
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Why would you want to watch a video? You would get a much better observation if you observe a child in a preschool classroom. Call a daycare or preschool near you and ask if you can come observe, or ask your teacher to recommend a facility where you can do your observation. You are probably going to need to spend some time volunteering in a preschool classroom anyway, so this will give you a chance to visit a center and get to know the staff and setting a little bit.
What is the benefit of early childhood education?
Is it a good thing to have a child begin school early? Or do you think it’s better the child waits for the starting age to begin school?
If you are suggesting enrolling a child in a pre-school program:
If the child has relatively little time with friends his/her own age, or if he/she is rather shy, mixing with a group of children in a pre-school environment really helps develop confidence and interaction skills, as well as prepare the child for a school environment and routines, which makes the first day at ‘real’ school so much easier for everyone! If the school is in the same area as the pre-school program, it’s a great way for the children to make friendships that continue into school.
From a more literacy/numeracy/curriculum viewpoint, some pre-school programs will offer children the opportunity to experience and possibly pick up the basics such as writing their own name, saying the alphabet and counting to ten or twenty. These are things that a child could also learn at home.
If, on the other hand, you’re suggesting that a child starts at regular school at the same time as children who are of the starting age, the child may not be at a disadvantage as far as the curriculum goes, but if the gap between the ages is too different the early starter may find themselves left behind as far as emotional, interpersonal and physical development goes.
…hope that helps!
What in heaven’s name motivates parents to pursue formal education for their toddlers?
Serious responses only, no ranting from early child hood education experts, I would like to know what motivates parents.
On numerous occasions, I come across questions from parents who want their toddlers to receive some sort of "formal education".
1. Can you (parents), explain to me how this "early formal education" is supposed to benefit these babies?
Many young children are utterly burned out, and exhibit behavioral problems around the 4th grade (ages 8 – 10), and their love of learning has taken a huge nose dive.
Often times parents will then decide to withdraw their children from school to be home schooled, thinking there is a learning problem.
2. How come that with all the information available about the disadvantages of early schooling, do we still insist on "formal education" at such a young age ?
Book resource:
Better Late Than Early, by Dr. Raymond Moore, and Dorothy Moore.
Thank you for your answers; this is a reoccurring topic even among home school families who are just starting out.
Children should be allowed to learn at their own pace, and parents need to guide them in developing their own strengths.
SmichelleHolmes, thank you for your courteous, answer. You pointed out many myths parents have come to believe about early childhood education.
Personally I have never felt the need to live vicariously through my children, or proof my parenting skills by having them perform at a high academic level.
Each child should have the opportunity to become what they were meant to be, not what parents think they should be.
The seeds of success are, love, acceptance, encouragement, more love, and being there to cheer them on.
Refugiotrans, The Hurried Child: Growing up to fast to soon by, David Elkind Ph.D. is indeed a good book.
Mostly, I believe it is fear. Fear that their child will not be at a competitive level with peers when they start Kindergarten.
To those parents:
Parents obviously don’t get a baby manual, nor do they get a step by step guide on how to teach their children properly. Most of us just wing it and pray they turn out fine. Others that have had some training in the field of child development have a general idea. Nothing is absolute. Google theories on learning, and you get an array of answers on both ends of the spectrum. I say, give your child as many opportunities for safely exploring the world they live in. Schooled or stay at home, The most important thing…Be There, participating, and answering their Q’s. You can fit most of the material, that schools require prior knowledge of, into daily games and activities. Look for those "teachable moments". Don’t assume someone else will instruct them. Get to know your own child’s capabilities as well as weaknesses. Try out the theories that interest you and judge for yourself if it’s working and tweak where needed.
I have over 11years in a preschool environment both administrating, and teaching the youngest of minds in a group setting and my conclusion that I have come to is that now, I stay at home with my 21/2, & 4yr old. I research and gather materials from stores or online, talk to other parents for advice and ideas. I teach them my values.
This is not to say, there isn’t a need for quality programs, I just wish pre-parent couples would at least consider what they have to offer their own children and adjust lifestyle choices accordingly. Good Luck!
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What is the role of teacher in facilitating the child in early childhood education?
Providing learning opportunities, experiences. Providing good books and other materials for the child to explore. Providing lots of hands-on. Exploring, experiencing WITH them, being ready to offer assistance IF needed, and helpful in finding or sometimes providing answers to the many questions.
READING TO THE CHILD! Lots of books of different types. Being patient to stop and really look at the pictures.
Giving of your time to the child. Learning to enjoy being with them.
Sometimes tying your hands and taping your mouth shut. So you don’t help when it is not needed or wanted, when doing it themselves will be better. Not talking too much. Letting the child observe and tell what they are learning. Answering questions only when you can’t lead/guide the child into discovering the answer for themselves.
JUST BEING THERE!
I am a graduate early childhood education student and need to interview a parent whose child has autisum.?
I have about ten questions I would like to ask for my research project. If anyone is willing to help me please let me know and I can email my questions to you. Thank you ! Alison
because of HIPAA, you may run into problems with this. contact the local school district with your request and/or use your contacts at the local university.
