When I Think of Research...

When I Think of Research...

 

What insights have you gained about research taking this course?  My insight of quantitative research that satisfies these criteria can be categorized as positivist because it is informed by theory and specific procedures that predict, test and confirm hypotheses (Mac Naughton, G., Rolfe, S.A., & Siraj-Blatchford, I., 2010, pg.178). I gain knowledge about validity in qualitative research is a matter of being able to offer as sound a representation of the field of study as the research methods allow. Research is like a puzzle, and all the pieces needed to connect.

In what ways have your ideas change the nature of doing research changed?

I now have a framework to guide me if and when I do research, and gain truths from the results.

 

What lessons about planning, designing, and conducting research in early childhood did you learn? I believe with planning you should see what a difference the research can make, and move to the design which should enable you to use the methods which work the best for your research. The process of designing research begins with a develop question which has original ideas which reinforce the investigation For example Mixed method approach might I believe would benefit my research because using different method can allow for other view points, so it will not be bias. As I conduct research using these methods I would also use methodological triangulation and data triangulation will be used (Mac Naughton, G., Rolfe, S.A., & Siraj-Blatchford, I., pg 163, (2010). Validity in qualitative research is a matter of being able to offer as sound a representation of the field of study as the research methods allow. The framework of research will be a great help to do great research in early childhood.

 

What were some of the challenges you encountered—and in what ways did you meet them?

Some challenges I encountered was my group size for my research so, I had to change my observe dates to make sure the group size was normal. Things can change quickly while doing research.

 

What are some of the ways your perceptions of an early childhood professional have been modified as a result of this course?

Some perceptions would be to know your issues or subject, so you will be able to do the framework to build your hypothesis. Once refining is done and very clear, design a data to collect questions or interview response. Know how to reach out to your subjects, and gather all of the data information. The information should be free from bias, and then you should analyze to interpret the result or solution. This can enhance any early childhood professional as they consider research. I also look at research in a different light, and I know there is much more for me to learn about research. I also realize research is a needed tool in the early childhood profession so truths can be shared and analyze for all professional to use.

 

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References

Mac Naughton, G., Rolfe, S.A., & Siraj-Blatchford, I. (2010). Doing early childhood research: International perspectives on theory and practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.

 

 

Research Around the World

Research Around the World

 

I chose Early Childhood Australia links, and some of the research topics are most popular items: Research in Practice Series: The Early Years Learning Framework: Essential reading for the National Quality Standard, Research in Practice Series: Partnerships—Working together in early childhood settings, Research in Practice Series: The Early Years Learning Framework—Getting started,  Research in Practice Series: Learning and teaching through play—Supporting the Early Years Learning Framework.   He standard has been set for high quality care and it’s up to us to make a difference in children, and families lives with the knowledge we gain. This edition of the Research in Practice Series will help guide educators to link the philosophies of the Early Years Learning Framework to the requirements of the recently released National Quality Standard. The new national standards require educators to show evidence of their practice and philosophies, and has been developed based on the core ideas of the EYLF (Belonging, Being and Becoming). As such, the EYLF is an excellent way to approach the new NQS. The Early Years Learning Framework: Essential reading for the National Quality Standard outlines each of the seven NQS Quality Areas: Quality Area 1: Educational program and practice Quality Area 2: Children’s health and safety Quality Area 3: Physical environment Quality Area 4: Staffing arrangements Quality Area 5: Relationships with children Quality Area 6: Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Quality Area 7: Leadership and service management

 

There are a lot of media, magazine, publication, journal, and early childhood web watch. Other links are available too, like Kids Matter, mychild.gov.au. The web watch is a new item for me, and it a great tool for information in our field of Early Childhood Professional.

I am happy to see information about inclusion of children with a disability in early childhood education, and care. There is a great deal of information about the field of Early Childhood; Prioritize education, outcomes for children in Child care inquiry, positive engagement with change, and information is up to date. There is opportunity for collaboration with other professional in the field of early childhood.

References

http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/