2024/03/11
I learned the importance of self reflecting because of this course; early childhood education. Not only it helps me grow as an educator but as an individual as well. Taking the time to reflect on what did not work that I wanted to do in the space gave me time to learn and understand my surroundings better. Instead of getting upset and frustrated that things did not go my way. Here are some of the things I learned from reflecting…
- It is okay to feel sad or disappointed that things did not turn out the way you want it. As long as you don’t give up and start again, you will eventually succeed. Not only in the classroom but as an individual.
- You will always have your first experience on so many things. Just go with the flow and see what happens.
- Feeling frustrated is normal. Take time to breathe and calm yourself before going back to work will help you.
- Feeling exhausted is normal and is something that is not talk so much about. Taking a break is self care. If you think you need it, then take it before you will completely break down and results in burnouts.
- As a student, I feel confused in so many things so asking my mentors really helped me with situations like guiding children, building relationships with the parents and children, understanding different developmental stages of children and create a curriculum from the observation that best nurture the children’s learning, the safety of each children, and really create a safe environment for both the children, families, and educators are somethings I’ve taken away from my time through practicum.
- Having good relationships with other educators shows belonging and respect to all educators. Though, we all have our own beliefs and values, we respect educators with how they view things as long as it is good for the children.