Journal of Ece
Under Urie Bronfenbrenner’s ecological theory, we understand that family is an important component in children’s development. Children’s development reflects the influence of several environment systems, especially family backgrounds. (Santrock, 2010, p. 31) Any experiences in families influence children’s personality positively or negatively. In order to have a better understanding of children, the most effective way is to form a collaborative partnership with families. Families are able to provide information about their children to effectively promote children’s developmental. A positive communication establishes a mutual trust relationship between ECEs. Parents can have a chance to participate their children’s learning and growth experiences.
In my first day placement, I have introduced myself to the parents with a bibliography. I placed it outside the preschooler room. On every placement days, I go to my placement earlier before my working hour to greet families and children, and leave later to say goodbye to them.
After my painting activity last week, I placed children’s painting on bullet board and encouraged their parents to appreciate their works. Since I can speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Korea, I made an effort to talk with some parents in their native languages. Those parents were surprised and appreciated when they heard me talking their home language. I listened patiently to the parents’ ideas and preference and discussed with my host teacher. To share the developmental experience of children, I usually jot notes and write anecdotal reports to the parents and discuss with them. They are happy to hear what their children can do, and what their children have created on that day.
In my opinion, any interactions with parents before or after the placement practice are a good time for parents to ask questions, sharing information and ideas. Based on Albert Bandura’s Social Learning Theory, through watching other engaged in self-praise and
In my first day placement, I have introduced myself to the parents with a bibliography. I placed it outside the preschooler room. On every placement days, I go to my placement earlier before my working hour to greet families and children, and leave later to say goodbye to them.
After my painting activity last week, I placed children’s painting on bullet board and encouraged their parents to appreciate their works. Since I can speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Korea, I made an effort to talk with some parents in their native languages. Those parents were surprised and appreciated when they heard me talking their home language. I listened patiently to the parents’ ideas and preference and discussed with my host teacher. To share the developmental experience of children, I usually jot notes and write anecdotal reports to the parents and discuss with them. They are happy to hear what their children can do, and what their children have created on that day.
In my opinion, any interactions with parents before or after the placement practice are a good time for parents to ask questions, sharing information and ideas. Based on Albert Bandura’s Social Learning Theory, through watching other engaged in self-praise and
Cited: Decock, O. (2012). Historical Foundations In Child Development. Pimento, B., & Kernested, D. (2009). Healthy Foundations in early Childhood Settings Edition 4. Nelson Education Limited. Santrock, J. W. (2010). Children. New Yorks: McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.