Understanding my research simulation topic in the full scope of the importance of development as a whole in the field of early childhood, the idea of further understanding the relationship between fine motor skills in early childhood to the academic success at the end of early childhood can offer a significant comprehension of why early childhood professional should invest time and offer as many learning experiences to foster these skills. As families and teachers alike, want the student to succeed in an every demanding primary school environment, if the connection of how investing time to further develop these skills prior to entering kindergarten can lead to great achievement within core subjects then young children will have greater accomplishments with primary school.
If this research simulation were to come to fruition and be conducted, the field of early childhood learning and development could benefit greatly. As there is such pressures for these professionals and also parents to ensure the child is ready for school, my research simulation could offer a better approach to illustrating that by obtaining and also further developing these important fine motor skills prior to kindergarten will offer great long term results in academics that do not need to pressed upon before the child is developmentally capable. As school readiness is often perceived as a child having significant content knowledge, that is more in line with not begin developmentally appropriate for young children, it can be shown that by offering young children a chance to have proper fine motor skills will aide in better academic achievement which benefits the child in a way that not only assistant with learning but also social and emotional development.
Knowing how research is developed as well as how to be ethically responsible with research, I feel my understanding of what an early childhood professional is within the full scope. While many early childhood professionals work directly with children, there are many who do not but understanding how to properly conduct research with this population is very important. Also, in the event that a study is being conducted within my classroom, I know many elements to watch for as well as pertinent questions that can be asked to understand the study.
I loved your first consequence "understanding that home culture is important and unique to each family." Teachers should learn their students' family culture. It helps you to connect with the family better. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteKeisha,
DeleteThank you for your response. I feel all too often teacher forget about the background from which each child comes form. Children are just as unique and individualized as we adults have come to see and respect each other as so children should be afforded the same respect.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Your blog has been enjoyable to read throughout this course. I think for many of us have gained a deeper understanding and appreciation for research and its relationship to the field of ECE. The point that you make about some professionals not working with kids but working the field was really enlightening. For me it opened my eyes to yet another thing about the field and how broad it is. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHaleema,
DeleteThis was something that truly clicked for me this week. While I often just tend to stereotype myself as only being a childcare or preschool teacher, the field of early childhood is truly broad and I am excited to explore it more. I am very excited this notion is new for you too and hope it offers more explorations for you. Best of luck on your future courses.
Hello Sarah!
ReplyDeleteConnecting the relationship between fine motor skills in early childhood to the academic success at the end of early childhood was a interesting topic to select. When teaching kindergarten the majority of my students could not manage to hold their pencils firmly in order to write. I believe that there is a big linkage between the fine motor skills that children develop as Infants and toddlers which impacts them as they enter Kindergarten
Stephanie,
DeleteAs my son struggled for many years with his own fine motor skills, it was not until a higher education occupational therapist taught my family about the link between early gross motor skills (ie crawling and walking) to fine motor skills. She explained how when young children walk too early they are not afforded the time to fully develop this muscle control for fine motor skills and this causes a struggle. It was very enlightening to learn this and I am interested to read you experience with this as well it seems. Best of luck on your future courses and I hope to learn again with you soon.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah,
Your research simulation is very interesting because motor skills of kids is so important for their development. I can really say that this course has really given us a deeper understanding of what research is and how we can really put it to good use when it comes to early childhood education.
Miguel,
DeleteI agree with your assessment of how much this course furthered my understanding of how research applies to the field of early childhood not only in the aspect of children participating but also the many topics to be studied. I am eager to carry this knowledge forward to more courses. Best of luck with your next course.
Sarah,
ReplyDeleteYour topic is very interesting the relationship between the fine motor skills in early childhood to the academic success which will come with new strategies that can help these children to improve their fine motor ability when they reach kindergarten. As a preschool teacher I have some students who really struggle to hold the pencils right as stated in your topic of which I got learning tips that will help me to understand why these children have still not mastered their fine motor.