child development essay
This child observation will draw on a child developmental theory to discuss the activities of the child I have observed. I will comment on the child’s physical growth and development, cognitive abilities, health, social relationships and emotional wellbeing. I will also look at the child’s interaction with other children and adults , in order to appreciate the child’s development and account for differences and similarities as proffered by my chosen theory of Attachment.
I intend to demonstrate the relevance of attachment theory to the child I observed and to provide a critique for the whole observation. Aspects of anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practices will also be examined together with relevant legislations. For the purposes of confidentiality I would be using pseudo names in compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and section 2 of the Health & Care Profession Council (2012) standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
X is a 3 years and 4 months old, Caucasian girl whom I observed in a community nursery on three separate occasions. X lives with her parents who are both employed. I am a black male of African descent. The reference to my race is to highlight my cultural values and differences on anti-discriminatory practices. In carrying out my observations I was aware that my personal values had the tendency to shape and determine my actions and behaviour towards X. The critical question as (DuBois and Miley 1994) put it is whether personal values create barriers in anyone’s practice.
Initially apprehensive about setting up the child observation I was given permission after a discussion with the Manager. The Manager a female white British wanted an explanation as to why I chose their nursery and no other nursery in the area. I explained that I have checked their OFSTED inspection report and that the nursery is of high standard and that the observation was strictly academic and information obtained will be kept confidential. The
I intend to demonstrate the relevance of attachment theory to the child I observed and to provide a critique for the whole observation. Aspects of anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practices will also be examined together with relevant legislations. For the purposes of confidentiality I would be using pseudo names in compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and section 2 of the Health & Care Profession Council (2012) standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
X is a 3 years and 4 months old, Caucasian girl whom I observed in a community nursery on three separate occasions. X lives with her parents who are both employed. I am a black male of African descent. The reference to my race is to highlight my cultural values and differences on anti-discriminatory practices. In carrying out my observations I was aware that my personal values had the tendency to shape and determine my actions and behaviour towards X. The critical question as (DuBois and Miley 1994) put it is whether personal values create barriers in anyone’s practice.
Initially apprehensive about setting up the child observation I was given permission after a discussion with the Manager. The Manager a female white British wanted an explanation as to why I chose their nursery and no other nursery in the area. I explained that I have checked their OFSTED inspection report and that the nursery is of high standard and that the observation was strictly academic and information obtained will be kept confidential. The