Critical Reflection

Reflection on practice has different meanings, in my view it means constructive criticism: being honest with myself, becoming aware of and understanding my own strengths, and being able to review activities and constantly test assumptions related to our work. These have been my approach to critical reflection throughout the year. This is supported by Brookfield, he says that "Critically reflective teaching happens when we identify and scrutinise the assumptions that undergird how we work” (Brookfield, 1995, pg. 11-13). This is further supported by Ghaye, T & Ghaye, k (Ghaye, 1998); he argued that many teachers have benefited from learning through reflection. Their teaching and understanding of what is possible and less possible, impacts of activities on children’s learning and its boundaries have risen as a result of reflection.

Following the introduction, the authors continue into a review of literature in which the cited sources addressed relevance to the study’s variables. The review of literature consisted mainly of primary and current sources, with no citations preceding the article by five years. It is within this section of the article where the authors chose to further discuss the previous research conducted on the variables and how the variables have

The two units that I felt I could connect the most to were the mental health and the factors affecting wellbeing unit. I think I was able to connect the most to these units because some of the things that are talked about in the units applied to my life. In mental health and factors affecting wellbeing, we discussed the different factors that can affect our mental health. One example that we talked about was stress, and this is one reason why I was able to relate to the unit. I often have felt stressed therefore, I know the effects it has on our mental health. Another thing that we talked about was how our mental health is affected every day by little things, and, I agree with this statement because I too have experienced

As an early educator my professional goals and aspirations have change since I read the interview conducted by the author, Denise Scott. As I read this article, I been inspired to reach out to my community, families, students, and peers in order to become a better leader. To make a difference I desire to be a leader in my community. In my community, it is important to connect to students that are entering the childhood field, however to create an atmosphere that encourages mentoring and learning (Rodriguez, 2005). As early educator leaders, we have to promote students by being a positive role model, therefore this would allow them to see the character within us. To work with children, leaders should exhibit good qualities, passion, leadership abilities as well as understanding for others. We have to create an environment that leaders can thrive (Scott, p.1 2005). As educator, we should lead as well as follow to be an effective leader in the early childhood field, however this mean continuing growing. The prospective students need to be aware that this field has no ending. The field of childhood studies is always changing and we have to stay embrace for the future There are challenges and should know where your strengths are as well as your differences (Scott, 2005)

What do Child Development, Diversity, Inclusion, Assessment, Family support and involvement and Professionalism all have in common? They are what a good Early Childhood Educator and Professional looks like. Although we all know the same theories and practices we all have our own opinions and perspectives. This essay is an amalgamation and reflection of my own thoughts on these components that make a good professional in the field of early childhood education.

When something is fair is not everyone getting the same thing, but it is everyone getting what he or she needs to be successful. My definition of inclusion is being a part of what everyone else is in and being welcomed as a member who belongs. It can occur on playgrounds, in churches, at work, and even in a school’s classroom. Inclusion in the classroom is the idea that all children, including special education students, should and can learn in a regular classroom. It does not have a set look and will look different depending on each school and student. Inclusion is a framework that gives special education students the support they need while they learn along with their general education peers.

Authority: The author is an expert in this subject with a university affiliation and is a prolific contributor to academic writing in this field. Furthermore, this paper is a systematic review, which is considered a high standard of research. Moreover, the paper is peer reviewed and prepared by a

All children and young people have an equal right to education and learning. Inclusion means that all children and young people, regardless of their background or situation, should be included in all aspects of education and they have the right to participate fully in the curriculum. All schools should be inclusive, they need to recognise that every individual is different and this needs to be accepted. Schools should celebrate all the differences and similarities within their pupils. This can refer to differences and similarities in religion, culture, beliefs and disability. Every child needs to have a sense of belonging, they need to feel valued and accepted. If a child feels valued and accepted their confidence and self-esteem will increase.

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So far, I have nearly completed my first sub question and am writing the references and bibliography of it. Moreover, I have finished my source evaluation template for my question, which has helped me to know how effective my research sources are and how they had helped me to know more about my question. As my first sub question requires a lot of depth I think I will require more time on answering it. For now, to be honest, my management plan is not as effective as I thought as I am still stuck in my first sub question, which I was supposed to do 1 week earlier according to my management plan. I think I am using my time wisely as I continue to do research on my topic whenever I get time. But to complete my work in time, I will have to utilize

1. What assumptions did you notice as you worked with the paper the second time around?

I have basic understanding on creating therapeutic care plans for clients with different background through subjective and objective data collection, ruling in/out DDX, and making appropriate diagnosis in advanced nursing level. I still need guidance during this process. I'm confident that I will be able to achieve this goal with more time and experience.

This section will describe sources, both academic (scholarly journals and peer review), and popular (articles, blogs) that has been used. All sources were equally important and essential to the formulation of all findings presented in this research paper.

The references were cited in-text and set out clearly in the literature cited section. The source of the information in the article was a current research project. It was also backed up and supported by comprehensive, theories from past researchers, recent reference list with these sources cited in-text to support both the literature review and the research itself.

Literature review has been presented chronologically. Specific headings of aims and objectives are used for reviewing and analyzing each relevant literature, research and survey.