I have learned a lot in this course the last 8 weeks. I unfortunately was unable to get into contact with any educational professionals who work internationally, but I have been able to listen to some great podcasts and read great newsletters with the NAECTE. I think it would be great to to be in contact with a professional in another country, to see what their views are and how the education system is working where they are from. I will continue to try and get in contact with someone because, I see it as a valuable resource.
There are consequences of learning about the international early childhood field. One would be that, the resources and environment are different everywhere so issues and trends that are going on here in the United States are not going to be the same somewhere else. Granted some are the same and it would be great to see how other countries are dealing with those issues. Another issue is that sometimes it is hard to get into contact with someone from another country. I tried for a whole 8 weeks and it was not working for me, but like I said I will continue to try. A final consequence I guess would be that reading and listening to how bad it can be in under developed countries and that it makes me want to go there and help as much as I can. It also makes me thankful for where I am teaching and realizing that I don't really have it that bad.
I am not really sure that I answered that question right because I really couldn't think of any consequences.
As for a goal, I do want to eventually get in contact with an educator from another country to build a professional relationship with them to share views on issues and trends in the field. I was also one day like to teach somewhere over seas and get a great experience.
I wish all the best to my colleagues in this course and am feel privileged that I got to work with you.
Best of luck,
Rachael
Rachael
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed corresponding to you these past 8 weeks. I wish you luck as you continue on your journey and in your classroom.
Hi! I wish you the best with your future! I too was not able to contact my out of the country educator. I was really looking forward to getting to talk to someone and learning new things!
ReplyDeleteRachel,
ReplyDeleteThank you for all your correspondence for these 8 weeks. We all learned more about our field. Best of luck in the future.
Sincerely,
Brittney Everett
Rachael,
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed corresponding with you these past 8 weeks. I wish you luck as you continue on your educational journey!
Hi Rachael,
ReplyDeleteYou show great motivation and knowledge in your post. I like to thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge as well. You have been an inspiration to me and I'm sure to others who have read your post. Thank you for being an inspiration to us all. Best wishes to you in pursuing your goals in life.