Learning about the International Early Childhood Field
Corresponding with
my international early childhood professional has been resourceful and
enlightening. The three things that will
stick with me the most is the quality of life in Togo, the size of the
classrooms, and how little emphasis the government puts on early childhood
education.
The quality of
life in Toga is very poor. The majority
of the children and their families live in poverty. There are many times were there is no
electricity to run the classrooms effectively.
The sizes of the
classrooms are huge. They are especially
large for young children who need more supervision than the older children in
the upper grades.
I was shocked to
learn that Toga’s government does not put much emphasis on early childhood
development. This was surprising to me
because of the importance I see stressed here in the United States.
Raissa seems to do
so much with what little resources she is allocated. My goal would be to make all educators more aware
of the teaching conditions and learning environment in Toga. I would want Raissa’s efforts to be an
example to all of us educators here in the United States. I think that if we realize that the trending issues
we have in regards to early childhood education is nothing compared to some
other countries would make us appreciate the efforts that are being made to
make early childhood programs better.
This is not to say we don’t still put the same demands on the government
but maybe look at the issues and think of ways to improve the conditions with a
more diplomatic approach.
It was so exciting to read about your conversations with Raissa. I'm happy that you were able to make contact with someone. Thank you for opening my eyes to a life of a teacher around the world. I have enjoyed your blogs over this past several weeks. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry,
ReplyDeleteIt has truly been inspiring to see how Raissa is so excited about what she does with so little and with little or no government help. She is truly an inspiriation to the early childhood field. I believe should would be a wonderful trainer to help teachers who do not know how to take a little and make it go a long way.
Sherry,
ReplyDeleteIt was interesting of learning fro Raissa and how she is important in the early childhood field. I have learn a lot from her and she is an inspiration to the early
childhood education.
Sherry, your insights from conversations with Raissa were always thought-provoking. You have definitely progressed in your goal to make us aware of Toga’s educational environment. I am grateful to you for bringing this to our attention, and have very much enjoyed our lively discussions and class postings. Over these past weeks, you have created an environment for inquiry and professional growth. It has been a privilege to learn from you. -Susan
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry,
ReplyDeleteThe conversation with Raissa is so amazing. I am now motivated after reading this.
Thank you for your ideas through this course. Hope to meet you on a next course - Yen
Sherry,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your conversations. I like your goal as well to make other educators aware of the conditions in Toga. Good luck in your next classes.