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Q: What is a good SHORT philosophy for early childhood education?
Survey for College. Have to see how many "good" philosophies people can come up with. Early Childhood Education Major. (= Thank You.

A: I'm a big fan of John Dewey's educational philosophy... So, here is a good book on John Dewey and Early Childhood. http://store.tcpress.com/0807733717.shtml

Q: Need help with a question for my Introduction to Early Childhood Education class?
What am I discovering about Early Childhood Education? I'm new in the ECED field & a new teacher. So if anyone could help me with this question. I have to write a one page paper.

A: This is a really personal question so it's hard to answer from an outsider's perspective. Just think about what new things you are learning, what surprised you, what you find interesting about Early Childhood Education, etc.

Q: how many of u guys goes to early childhood education on here?
i studies early childhood education in class at my school for 2 years, i was top in the class and got merit! so am thinking of am goin to UNI early childhood education next year but im not too sure.. everyone think i should go! what do u think?? u think it will good for me?

A: If you enjoy it and want a career in children's care, go for it!

Q: What classes do you take in college to become an Early Childhood Education Teacher and ...?
I just need to know how many years does it take to become an Early Childhood Education Teacher and what classes I would have to take and what is the best college to become an Early Childhood Education teacher? Maybe an idea how much it will cost. I want to go the the University of Washington or the Washington State University. I am tired of looking at the colleges web sites cuz it doesn't even help! please if you have any web sites that helps or you know anything about being and teacher that is kinder.-- 3rd grade please tell me anything that you know.

A: you really have to do the website surfing. Download catalogs. you will need a BA/BS in education, an MS in education, figure 6 years, MAYBE 5...... you will also have to get state certification. Try the state dept of education for better links. sorry, but I did my research on this on my own, and that was before there was such a thing as the internet....

Q: If i only went for a certificate on early childhood education could i be a teachers assistant at a preschool?
i know i would have to get certified in cpr/first aid but will a certification in early childhood education let me work with another teacher in a preschool? or do i absolutely HAVE to get a associates degree to even work there?

A: there are a ton of places that will hire you with the certification. if you get a degree your pay may go up. this would only be private preschools...if you want to teach in a public pre-K program, you will need a degree.

Q: Has anyone obtained a diploma from Stratford Career Institute. The career is Early Childhood Education?
Hello, Has anyone obtained a diploma from Stratford Career Institute. I am currently interested in Early Childhood Education. Please send me your reviews.

A: Not I./ You can look up the school using a search engine.

Q: Is Child Day Care Management equivalent to Early childhood education?
Hello! i was wondering if taking a Child Day Care Management course is the equivalent to taking an Early Childhood Education course!?! Thanks!

A: No. Management involves the business end of the business-dealing with licensing, personell issues, money etc. while Early Childhood Education courses involve children and curriculum. If you want to run your own center you need training in both!

Q: What colleges teach early childhood education and culinary?
i would like to major in early childhood education and minor in culinary! where should i consider applying next year?

A: Malaspina University-College in Nanaimo BC Great programs, great campus.

Q: Going to Study Early Childhood Education and need help please?
When i graduate i want to study Early childhood education but i was just wondering is there any websites or some things i can do so when i study at the uni about early childhood it would be easy for me? i want to teach kids at the KG's any ideas that i could do starting from now?

A: How about volunteering? You would get experience working with children, how to manage behaviour, how to build professional relationships with them, etc.

Q: Research topic for early childhood education?
I am in college and doing a rhetorical analysis. I have to pick a topic to research that is under my major which is early childhood education. Any good ideas for a possible topic?

A: Hi, It's difficult to find the right one isn't it? I have a similar problem to you so have just started looking at some college videos that are proving very useful. They have lots of info and students opinions on best, cheapest etc. If you think they could be helpful to you too you can see them for free at http://www.free-college-videos.com I hope that helps.

Q: Need recommendations for universities in New Zealand, major in Early Childhood Education?
I'm living in Singapore (Singaporean female) and I'm interested to study abroad in Early Childhood Education in New Zealand. Can you please recommend me a place where it has low living expenses, nice ambient, cool climate (not too warm though hehe) and a god place to study and live? I heard otago is good and canterbury but i'm not too sure. thanx!

A: Hiya. I can recommend the Auckland University of Technology (AUT). I studied hospitality here, although I hear that the training for early childhood education is meant to be really good. Auckland is also a really awesome place to study tertiary especially for overseas students. in terms of accomodation there are heaps of student apartments 3 minutes walk to uni such as the AUT student apartments which are relatively low in cost, and a really great place to make heaps of friends; not only from nz but from so many different cultures. www.aut.ac.nz. anyway good luck.....:)

Q: if i wanted to become a kindergarten teacher, would i necessarily have to major in early childhood education?
im currently majoring in biology but thinking about switching my major over to psychology ( i was thinking of the health field before, its a long story). anyway, my university doesn't offer an early childhood education degree, only secondary education degrees, and i don't really want to transfer. i heard that you could earn your b.s. or b.a. and then get certified or get your masters...but then some other people also say that you must have a bachelor's in education. im really confused. i was thinking of doing a b.s. in psychology (i figured that my science courses from my bio degree shouldn't go to waste) and minoring in child studies (my college's version of "child development."). would this work? also, is it better to have a b.a. or a b.s., or does it not really matter? any info would help a lot. thanks! i live in ny state, so any state requirements would be helpful to know. also, im a freshman, so i haven't done too many science courses or any other courses that are too concentrated in one field

A: You have to at least major in elementary ed,--my mother answered that for me. She's a kindergarten teacher. Kindergarteners are funny, but icky. You get great health insurence though.

Q: Pros and cons of early childhood education?
I need some pros and cons of early childhood education for a powerpoint.

A: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Early_childhood_education

Q: What are some of the best ways to to show the importance of early childhood education in our country?
The years before the age of 6 are so vital to all children. I am a Montessori teacher and I see the difference I can make with my students compared to a traditional classroom setting. I want to make our government realize how much help the early childhood field needs in order to help our students. Waiting until elementary, middle, and high school is too late. And tests do not improve learning, they are scores of how much children can memorize, who will then later forget what they have learned. How can we make known the need of early childhood and possibly school reform? (Wow, this is a huge question.)

A: Write your senators and congress men and women. Also invite your school districts superintendent to visit your classroom. The Governor of my state has taken a special interest in early learning and has formed a Department of Early Learning. Look up the Washington Governor's home page to get more info. It is pretty amazing and there are some great changes happening in my state. Tell your politicians of the great things that are happening in Washington and follow our lead. My school district has also taken an interest in early learning and will start a new program in the fall titled "Ready! for Kindergarten" It's a parent education program for families with children birth to age 5. We meet 3 times a year for 90 mins and give parents educational toys/resources to use with their children and teach them how to use them. Google this program "Ready! For Kindergarten" It's awesome (and it's free to parents)!! I love finding people that are passionate about this age group.

Q: where can i go with a career in early childhood education?
The advancements for early childhood eduaction. What can i do with this career?

A: Depending on your interests, you can look into employment as a Child Life Specialist, working with children in hosptial settings.