When I Think of Research...

Why is your simulation important to the field of early childhood?

My simulation is important to the field of early childhood because it is essential that young children have secure attachments with their caregivers. When children have secure attachments, children are able to feel safe, understood, trust others, and are able to control their emotions and self-regulation. 

If you were to conduct your simulation proposal, who would benefit?

My simulation proposal would benefit caregivers, educators, pediatricians by educating and providing benefits as to why it is essential to build a bond in utero and to continue to provide a nurturing relationship as the baby learns and grows. 

What are some of the ways your perceptions of an early childhood professional have been modified as a result of this course?

Being an early childhood professional you wear many different hats, therefore, it is important to educate yourself and read research related to the field to better your personal understanding of various topics, your students, and their families. 

Lastly to my colleagues, thank you for your support over the last eight weeks! Good luck with your next course. We are one more class closer to our Master's Degree!!

Research Around the World

For this Blog Assignment, I choose to explore the resource called Early Childhood Australia. It is comparable to the NAEYC organization in the United States. Here is the link http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/

Early Childhood Australia has current topics on their work, professional development, parent resources, publications, becoming a member, and ECA shop. This organization advocates for children from birth to eight years old to ensure excellence, social justice and fairness related to education and care (Early Childhood Australia Inc., 2020)

The organization has many resources available to support children thrive. It is important to empower families so it is a great site for caregivers to have access so they can educate themselves to raise their children in a healthy, nurturing environment. 

One new insight I have learned about early childhood from exploring this website is the importance that another country has an organization that is equivalent to the United States and are supporting young children by being a voice for them and are committed to supporting young children and their families be successful. 

Reference:

Early Childhood Australia Inc. (2020).  Early Childhood Australia. Retrieved from http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/