One site I chose to visit was www.earlychildhoodireland.ie. This is an organization that supports and represents the people who play a role in the development, delivery and oversight of early childhood care and education in Ireland, and prioritises the interests of children. I have yet to hear a response but am hopeful that I will soon.
The second organization I chose to contact was OMEP Irish National Committee. I also have yet to hear a response but am hopeful.
I chose to look into Ireland because, that is where my family lives. I have considered moving there as well and am interested in their outlook on Early Childhood Education. My cousin also works in a childcare facility so it might be easy to get loads of good information. I also wanted to contact organizations in Europe because I grew up in Germany and I have always been interested in the European way of life and how their child development programs differ from those in the United States.
Hi Amanda,
ReplyDeleteI am excited to seeing your posts from Ireland. I think it is wonderful that you chose a place where you may someday consider moving to. I have contacted a colleague of mine who lived in Germany, so I am hopefull that she will be able to put me in contact with someone who can provide valuable information about their education system and ways of teaching.
Good luck with your contacts.
Amanda
Hello Amanda,
ReplyDeleteI am so excited about this project because it allows you to establish relationships with people across the world. Understanding that we live in a global society causes us to get to know other people across the world. I think it is great that you are getting to know people in a place where you may one day go. Maybe this will create a job positon that you will be able to work in when you get there. Also this could prepare you to work in this enviromet across the globe. I wish you good luck and success in establishing a new professional relationship.
Amanda,
ReplyDeleteI think it was very smart to reach out and contact an organization in the country you want to study,I think I may have to do that as well. I think Ireland is amazing, I am so excited to read your future blogs. This is one of my favorite assignments we have had so far, it is a bit of a challenge, but it will be very interesting!