The Lincoln Circle Center was the place where I performed my internship hours. My mentor Cecelia Pace made my experience feel great and at the same time I learned very much with her assistance. Together Cecelia and I set learning goals and planned learning experiences by integrating knowledge of each child’s temperament, interest, gender, culture, and learning approaches. At Lincoln Circle Center I did learn how to support children’s development by integrating learning experiences related to all domains through the curriculum and their environment. Furthermore, with the help of my mentor teacher, I developed and planned creative and innovative lessons plan according to the interest and ability of the students. Also, with the help from my mentor, I learned effective strategies that helped me learn how to teach according to the …show more content…
During my internship, I planned to provide an atmosphere of respect and trust this goal was achieved satisfactorily. During my practice and with the support of my mentor I became a role model for the Spanish speaking families. As for the English speaking families, I did my best to establish a good communication with the parents during drop off and pick up times. The main thing I learned during my practicum experience was to get to know about the different patterns of behavior in children. Besides, the many different ways of discipline that can be applied. I also learned to act like a consultant that provided children the opportunity to think through their own problems and by offering children choices.
The facts I enjoyed the most during the course of this semester: first, the six lessons plans along with all the activities based with the children’s interest and needs. Second, the implementation of the writing center, that helped children to develop skills in writing like for instance
Ms. Avery, the principal instituted specific curriculum goals and objectives that aligned with the school district. She organized a team of parents and teachers who was in charge of developing new
Their main objective is to create a safe educational environment for the children to learn in to help them develop in all areas. The setting offers a variety of activities for the children to take part in which will develop areas of their holistic development which will work with the children to reach the goals set for them.
Mrs. Vecchiariello referred to curriculum framework as she planned her lessons with what she would do with her children, and the classroom experiences. Mrs. Vecchiariello did not have to revert back to their curriculum, because she had it memorized from all the years that she has been a teacher. Both the teacher and teaching assistant sat together when planning and implementing learning experiences trying to draw on their knowledge of the content, the awareness of what is likely to interest the children of that age, and to understand the cultural and social context of children's
This week I learned about differe\irente instruction. I also learn how to implement a lesson plan to meet the needs for each students in the classroom. Each child learning style is different one child might understand the problem one way and then another child might solve the problem a whole different way. I learned about exceptional children and how they need intensive learning and individualize learning. That why it is important to observe and know each individual child so you can support them to the bset of their ability. My host teacher used different strategies to help the students understand the problem. When I did my lesson plan if was a challenge and time consumer.I likle how the lesson plan met the needs of the children. The teacher put the students in different groups so they acn help each other learn. Sometimes children learn best and better from other children.My host teachger explain to me that
According to the textbook, brain based research states that child’s brain is two-and-a half times as active as an adult’s and it creates an estimated one trillion synapses during the first three years of infant’s life. In addition, young children have really powerful learning. They learn through quality experiences and relationships. There are some ideas that teachers of young children need to to keep in mind. From birth to age 4, teachers have to include all the senses in a child’s exploration in order for them to have a healthy and enriched environment. Children from age 4 to 8, teachers have to provide a lot of opportunities to use stories, explore ideas and master activities than using worksheets in order to have rich stimulating activities. In terms of all ages, teachers have to develop a curriculum that promotes collaboration, cooperation and teamwork.
During my observations, it is clear that Ms. Minor prepares well thought out lesson plans for her third grade students. Lesson reflect both the state adopted curriculum and the instructional needs of the students she serves. She prepares lessons that increase student engagement. Ms. Minor’s lesson also incorporates culturally responsive strategies. Her selection of instructional resources demonstrates an understanding of the diverse
The two ways that enhanced my experience of taking this class are learning to get all the facts of
Activities and projects are planned by educators to match the skills, interests and unique needs of the specific children they are working with. Applying emergent curriculum to an early childhood education center is a process that requires an understanding of the individual children in your care as well as the group as a whole. As a teacher, your role is to carefully observe and listen to children as they play, determine their areas of interest, then develop a plan or curriculum to direct their learning which reflects these interests. The emergent curriculum approach allows early childhood educators to gain greater insight into the needs of each individual child and their needs, allowing for thoughtful and customized programming. The flexible and open-ended nature of emergent curriculum lets children and educators alike to explore, answer questions and guide learning in a way that evolves over time. An emergent curriculum involves the whole child; meaning the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical realms of development and learning. The main thought behind Emergent Curriculum (as well as other early childhood approaches) is that children learn not necessarily by what they are taught but “learn as a result of their own doing.” Emergent Curriculum is a teaching philosophy that focuses on the development of lesson plans based on the emerging interests of
A company called Creative Learning Center, a fictitious company is selected for the purpose of this integrative learning project. Creative Learning Center is a child care services who also offer extended care that incorporates Christian-based curriculum for children from toddlers age to five years old. The mission of the Creative Learning Center is to provide first-rate child care services in a warm, safe and nurturing environment while reinforcing a child’s intellectual, mental and physical development. The Creative Learning Center takes a Christian-based team approach utilizing experienced and skilled staff whose profession is nurturing and educating the youth. The target
As a Migrant Educator I promote parent education and involment in the school programs and other educational activities. This include provide information and materials to parents in how to utilize the services and resources offered to families.
When enhancing the learning center many things come into play like the program philosophy, resources, the staff, materials and supplies, available space, and how much time will be given to participate. Once learning centers are developed they can be elaborated on and become further developments depending on what the children are learning. "Later, adults can add to or expand establish centers to be more responsive to the children's interests and needs and an expanded curricular framework". Learning centers can also be in him not only by the materials, but also by the
history. A step by step process would be to first implement a curriculum on young children in
children’s education should be based on their interests and their active involvement. An activity using
I have experience working with immigrants from South America and Morocco when I was in Spain. During a summer, I volunteered in an extracurricular program designed to teach Spanish and help children with school activities. Moreover, while working in Nebraska I worked with underserved families whose children had been removed and with teenagers from different backgrounds who had committed sexual offenses (many of these patients were Hispanics). Working as a Family Support Specialist helped me to be more communicative and efficient as a team worker since I needed to work along with different professionals. Also, I learned how to be more persuasive and problem-solving oriented, especially when organizing team meetings within parents, foster families, and case workers with the purpose of achieving family reunification. I improved my writing skills when writing reports, paying special attention to details when supervising visits and interactions within parents and their kids. I also became more patient and understanding when providing emotional support and care to the children that have been removed from their homes. Working as a Youth Treatment Specialist at Child Guidance Center and Volunteering at Lincoln Regional Center - Whitehall Campus provided me with different skills that are useful when working with children and youth as well as with their families, such as teaching skills, having more tact, being able to communicate effectively as well as improving my interpersonal skills. I gained experience working with people from different backgrounds who were reticent to receive help, and I learned how to connect them with a variety of public resources available in Lincoln (such as shelters, attorneys, second-hand shops, etc.). In addition, as my undergraduate Senior Research Project I
Throughout my classes I learned a lot about promoting development and learning in young children. I learned that it is very important to understand the children in your classroom because as a teacher it will be my job to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging for each child. Depending on where I feel my class is at I can create environments or activities that include physical, cognitive, social and Emotional skills. Throughout CCAC I learned about children with disabilities and I now feel more confident about making accommodations to allow all children to be involved. This will allow children the children to explore and learn in a safe fun environment.