Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Professional Hopes & Goals

One hope that I have when working with children and families who come from diverse backgrounds is change.  My way of thinking and viewing children has changed.  My hope is to change into a teacher who is aware of the needs of children and their families.  Being aware will help me serve the child and help them be successful learners. 

 
 

One goal I would like to set for the early childhood field related issues of diversity, equity, and social justice is to create an accepting classroom.  Children of all walks of life will recognize their similarities but will also accept and appreciate their differences.  I want them to know that we are all different and no two of us are the same. 
These past 8 weeks have been a great learning experience and I would like to thank all who contributed to my learning.  Yours discussions, posts, blogs, and comments have deepened my understanding of culture, diversity, and isms.  I look forward in working with you again.  Good luck and thank you for the bottom of my heart!  
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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 26, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    Melanie,
    Good luck on your journey as you change into the teacher you hope to become. It seems to me you have already begun this transformation. Remember to recognize the small changes you are making each and every day as you grow into a strong professional! Good luck to you.
    Victoria Leming

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  2. UnknownJune 28, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Hey Melanie,
    I agree that more things need to be done in this field to create accepting classrooms but I believe everything that you are doing now are stepping stones to a brighter future for young learners. I thank you for all of your support and motivation given these past eight weeks. I wish you all the best in future endeavors and I hope to work with you again!!!

    Sha'Keema

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  3. MimiJune 28, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Melanie,
    "An accepting classroom" Wow! I like that a lot.
    Good luck to you as you continue to grow on this journey. Thank you for your motivation.

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  4. UnknownJune 29, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Melanie,
    I am with you, since the beginning of this course my views have shifted so much and I am grateful for it. I appreciate all you input and by the way love the pictures on this post!.
    Thanks

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  5. NadiaJune 29, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Melanie,

    Great minds think alike, so I have been told. Both of us have the same first hope. I think Awareness is of utmost importance in this field. Being aware really forges a true connection with student and teacher.

    Thanks for being an active participant during this course!

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