This course has both refreshed and increased my frame of reference by providing me with a more in-depth explaination of the research process. I have learned new topics and ways to create and implement such aspects of research as: data collection and most importantly the differences between quantitative and qualitative research. Due to the knowledge I have acquired during this course, I have learned how to proprerly conduct research. Through the utilization of research techniques such as direct observations, interviewing and sampling; any future research that I conduct will be better implemented. Some challenges that I found included narrowing my my hypothesis and redesigning my research simulation according to the topic of the week. I found that these challeges to be difficult especially while redesigning my research as my knowledge about research increased.
I believe that as I further my education, experiences and career(s) in the early chilhood field, I will continue to look at this field with multiple sets of lenses. As I incorporate research with my perceptions of the field, my respect for the field and researchers increases as research is a vital role in the field. I will also continue to remain abreast of any new research to continue to learn.
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Research Around The World
Early Childhood Research in Africa continues to help not only the children and families in Africa but also teaches others, such as myself, about the plight(s) of children and families who reside there. I found that the Early Childhood Development Virtual University in Sub-Saharan Africa students researched consisted of similar topics of research held in the United States such as: father's roles in early childcare and development, quality and training of early childhood staff, and parental and educational collaboration.
Although, I have studied the epidemic of HIV/AIDS in Africa, I am surprised with one specific study that involved grandparents being the primary caregivers for their grandchildren under the age of eight, who have been affected by the HIV/AIDS virus. I am also familiar with the millions of children affected and how they become orphans due to their parents dying from the deadly disease themselves or placing their children in an orphanage due to not being able to care for their children. I was impressed with the number of grandparents taking care of their affected grandchildren and admired their tenacity to ensure that the children were with family and being cared for.
Information that I found noteworthy and that I researched further is the University of Victoria. Although, this University is based out of Canada, it addresses the field of early childhood by using various approaches along with allowing students, specifically those in Africa to learn and teach based on their culture.
Although, I have studied the epidemic of HIV/AIDS in Africa, I am surprised with one specific study that involved grandparents being the primary caregivers for their grandchildren under the age of eight, who have been affected by the HIV/AIDS virus. I am also familiar with the millions of children affected and how they become orphans due to their parents dying from the deadly disease themselves or placing their children in an orphanage due to not being able to care for their children. I was impressed with the number of grandparents taking care of their affected grandchildren and admired their tenacity to ensure that the children were with family and being cared for.
Information that I found noteworthy and that I researched further is the University of Victoria. Although, this University is based out of Canada, it addresses the field of early childhood by using various approaches along with allowing students, specifically those in Africa to learn and teach based on their culture.
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