week  8

     During this course I have gained a wealth of knowledge from validating research to finding reliable sources.  I really think I know have the knowledge to be able to do research and actually take the steps to make my work easier. There are several steps you have to take before just writing.

     My ideas of doing research has changed in the beginning of this class I was afraid I did not have the tools to finish however with a little hard work and some great help from my fellow students I know am proud to say I believe I have the knowledge to do any type of research that is thrown at me.

      I have learned several things regarding planning designing and conducting research. Several questions you should really think about before starting.. With planning you should really should ask these questions what do you intend to do? Why is the important? How are you going to do the work? When designing your research you should really think about these main topics. You should provide an overview of the framework. Study goals relate to proposed study hypotheses. Describe any novel concepts, approaches, tools or techniques. Include how data will be collected.

    The biggest challenge I had was trying to narrow my topic down to one topic. I was so excited about doing the research and trying to find information before I knew it I was way over my head and had too much information. I really had to take a step back and pick just a part of children disabilities.

     I think my perception of early childhood teaching as changed. I know no the important of observation and helping when research is needed for children development. Parents and children always deserve the best and I really believe it’s our job as early childhood educators to keep children safe and do the best we can to provide a loving and caring environment to help children grow up into  loving and caring adults.