Time Well Spent

 TIME WELL SPENT

Three things learned throughout the course 

 As we outline, analyze and evaluate the intended consequences based on the issue/challenge, we should at the same time detect the unintended consequence (Walden University, 2012).

 We should work together to fight those issues/challenges that affect children and families and not the children and families who are affected by those issues

 Our journey towards positive social change might be challenging, might frustrate you, compel you, filled with new things to learn and experience. However, no matter how much we know, there’s always more to learn (Laureate Education, Inc., 2012). In light of this we should take it step by step. 

 One Long Term Goal: 

 To bring an awareness to the issues that affecting children and families not only in the USA but globally.

Farewell:

To Professor Myers, I just want to say thank you for your immediate response to my questions and concerns throughout the course.  You were prompt and those responses were very informative in helping me understand how to better able to complete the assignments. As an advocate for positive social change you have exhibited high professional standards and I thank you deeply!

To my colleagues, your responses and the information you gave towards my Community of Practice and my challenge was very supportive. As we move ahead in our journey may we always consider what matters most in early childhood education -children and families.  There is a need for greater awareness of the issues that affect or are affecting children and families.  Therefore, let us not stop here but remain visible and be the spark for positive social change in our community and elsewhere. It only takes one spark to get a fire going. PASS IT ON (Tornquist, 1976)!

Quote:

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

References

Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive producer).  (2012). 6990-1: EDUC [Webcast].  Practical Applications in the early childhood field “being mindful of outcomes and  consequences”  Baltimore, MD: Author

 

Tornquist,  (1976). It only takes a spark: Pass it on. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/user/gospelwelpetz

Walden University, (2012). Taking professional responsibility for consequences. Message posted  to 6990-1 discussion board, week 6. Retrieved from http://class.waldenu.edu/webapps/discussionboard/do/message?action=list_messgaes&

Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: Internationally

1.  International Step By Step Association. (n.d.) 

 ISSA promotes equal access to quality education and care for all children, especially in the early years of their lives (ISSA, n. d.). This organization appeals to me because I believe there should be equality in care and education for all children regardless of their economic status, race, cultural background, or immigration status Within its network, ISSA supports a wide array of programs that collectively provide a comprehensive set of educational services and advocacy tools intended to influence policy reform for families and children, with a special focus on the years from birth through primary school (ISAA, n. d.).

There are no job posting/opportunities however individuals can join the organization and become members

     
11. Save the Children. (2011).   Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves (Save the Children, 2011). This organization appeals to me because what they do is part of my role as early childhood educator. Children have rights and to be safe, protected and developed are only a section of their rights. 

• Job /Career opportunities:
  The job that interests me most is the Emergency Child Protection Adviser
   Individuals should be able to Assess, design and guide staff to initiate interventions to address violations of children’s rights to protection from abuse, exploitation, violence and neglect.
  
  
  
  
  111.  United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). (n.d.).
  UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. They believe that nurturing and caring for children are the cornerstones of human progress (UNICEF, n. d.). This organization is protecting children’s rights and we have the opportunities to make sure children and families understand those rights especially those related to equality and social justice.
  Job Opportunities: There are numerous job opportunities none of interest.
  
  
  
  
  
  
   References
  
  
  International Step By Step Association. (n.d.). Retrieved November 28, 2011, from http://www.issa.nl/index.html
  
  
  Save the Children. (2011). Retrieved from http://www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6115947/k.8D6E/Official_Site.htm
  
  
  United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). (n.d.). Retrieved November 28, 2011, from http://www.unicef.org/