My Family Culture

I would bring my family photo, cookbook, and cell phone. I would bring the photo of my family so I can share it with everyone as well as have their memory with me in case I am unable to see them again. I would bring the cookbook because cooking is a big thing in our family and I would also want to share that with everyone. Lastly I would bring my cell phone to keep my families contact information. We are big on trying to keep in contact with one another.

If I was told I could only keep one item I would be devastated. I would have to say that I would have to keep the cookbook. It makes me feel close to my family when I can cook their favorite dishes. I believe that we often take for granted our cultural. This exercise has made me appreciate my family even more. It has also encouraged me to share some of our traditions with those around me.

Reflection

I have gained a better understanding of research and its process. Before taking this place I thought that it would be boring to conduct a research project. This class has sparked my desire to conduct my research project. I have learned to put together an outline which is detailed with things such as the goal, outcomes, variables, etc.  When conducting research you must have some type of background information on the topic and an idea of how the information will help someone. The terms were somewhat of a challenge for me because this was my first time seeing some of the terms. After this class, I now want to study more research studies.  

Early Childhood in Australia

The mission in Australia is somewhat similar to our mission, which is to advocate ensuring quality, social justice and equity in all issues relating to the education and care of children from birth to eight years. After looking around the website I found that there is a new ratio in place which is 1:4 ratio for children under 24 months. I think this is great because I have always been an advocate for small classes because you able to attend better to students needs.  The ratio was put into place on January 1^st, 2012. I like how the Research in practice series ( RIPS) index has numerous topics to chose from although you do have to pay for the books or articles.

resources: http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/