The Center of the Master's of Science in Early Childhood Studies Program-Sherida Richards-Malcolm

Consequences of Learning About International Early Childhood  Field One of the greatest advantages of learning about the international early childhood education field is its multicultural environment. I had the opportunity to get to know other cultures. I developed a sense of awareness and the ability to cooperate with people with different characteristics, customs and cultural norms. As a mindful professional, I learned tolerance, mutual respect, empathy, and understanding of others—their behaviours, motivations, aspirations, and values. These are the type of environment which helps to shape global citizenship and allow you to easily feel comfortable anywhere. I had the opportunity to compare and contrast high-level, high-quality early care and education, global standards, and rich, culturally diverse environments. Interacting with various resources, listening to podcasts and exploring websites gives me an advantage of the world. I have seen where countries offer near-universal s...

" Cultivating mutually fulfilling professional relationships with colleagues is a process that provides opportunities to share hopes and dreams, brainstorm relevant questions, share information, and support each other in times of professional challenges" (Laureate Education, 2011). Discussions in the Work Space All successful organizations strive for excellence. The motto of my institution is "Soaring to Excellence." As a result, the topical issues regarding quality and early childhood professional at my institution are mentoring, being reflective, and data-driven. In the conversation with Delila Vasquez, the host alluded that one other issue is the wage inequity in the early childhood field, which is no secret as those working in the field is very poorly compensated. Secondly, the working conditions in the field themselves, including the lack of mentors, the lack of time for reflection on what happened during the day, the lack of collaboration opportunities (Laurea...

  Exploring Zero To Three ZERO TO THREE has a significant track record in turning the science of early development into helpful resources, practical tools and responsive policies for millions of parents, professionals, and policymakers. Since launching in 1977 as the National Center for Clinical Infant Programs, ZERO TO THREE has grown to more than 160 employees working on a wide range of issues impacting infants, toddlers, young children and their families. By bringing together leaders in the fields of medicine, mental health, social science research, child development and community leadership, they have built a strong reputation for delivering quality programs, products and services to millions nationwide and across the globe. HealthySteps, a program of ZERO TO THREE, is an evidence-based, team-based pediatric primary care program that promotes the health, well-being and school readiness of babies and toddlers, with an emphasis on families living in low-income communities. Their ...

  Podcast   Cute or Racist? Overdue Curriculum Conversations in Early Childhood Download Thu, 17 Dec 2020 Episode 57 features returning guest Tina Wiggins Sykes and the podcast guest debut of Gloria McGinty. Tina Sykes and Gloria McGinty are Arizona based Early Childhood Professionals, ECE Coaches, Trainers, College Instructors, Equity Specialists, amongst their past or current roles. They are also long-time friends and colleagues of the host, Marissa Calderón. All are involved in equity work both personally and professionally and lend some powerful insights to this subject matter. Gloria McGinty, the first speaker, believes that inequity conversations are long overdue, not only in early childhood but also in government. The essence of these conversations is to get others' perspectives and not look at things negatively. This conversation is not intended to be controversial but to educate, respect diversities and cultures and learn to accept others' opinions. The issues of inju...

  Exploring the Zero To Three Website This week I have decided to share more information about the Zero To Three website. This is so because there is no recent e-newsletter since my last article.   The use of websites to promote the daily activities of organizations are becoming increasingly popular globally. If they have not already done so, organisations are desirous of creating websites to broaden marketing efforts, competitiveness and allow users to have information at their fingertips.  The Zero To Three https://www.zerotothree.org/ is no different.   The Zero To Three website offers evidence-based practices that provide families' sustenance and increase optimal growth and development of children from birth to age three. The website offers support and guidance to professionals, institutions, and families worldwide through data and research, providing evidence and highlights of various policies, programs, and services. International membership is provid...

Poverty on the Early Childhood Community I have selected the Podcast entitled "The Effects of Poverty on the Early Childhood Community. A 13 minutes long conversation with Dr Cathy Grace (Director of Early Childhood Development, Children's Defence Funds). Here is the link to the full version below: https://class.content.laureate.net/6a0931ed57b54082190975bfe510935d.html#section_container0 I have learned from the conversation in that Podcast that in her book, Valerie Polakow stated that" Millions of children are denied the basic rights the rest of the populace take for granted; this is an outrage that requires urgent attention" (Laureate Education, 2011). Dr Grace in the Podcast has addressed several growing concerns, myths, health issues and provided suggestions for early childhood professions to eradicate poverty in their community, which is a topic that is close to her heart.  Dr Grace references children in rural and urban communities in America, where surprisingl...

The website I have selected is the  Zero To Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. Here is the link  http://www.zerotothree .org/. What They Do Zero To Three works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the family and connections critical to their well-being and development. Healthy connections help babies brains. Since 1977, Zero To Three has advanced the proven power of nurturing relationships by transforming early childhood science into hopeful resources, practical tools, and responsive policies for millions of parents, professional and policymakers. Zero To Three plays a key role in ensuring that babies and toddlers get a strong start in life by supporting parents with practical resources that helps them correct more positively, deeply and continuously with their babies: Professionals with knowledge and tools that help them support healthy early development. Policymakers in advancing comprehensive and coherent policies which support and streng...