Global Children’s Initiative

As I explored the site I gained insights about toxic stress in young children.  Toxic stress in young children may come from abuse, deep poverty, and violence. The effects that toxic stress may have on young children development may be a weakened foundation for learning. It is important to  develop strong brain architecture, babies and toddlers require dependable interaction with nurturing adults and safe environments to explore.  Programs in a variety of settings—the home, early care and education, foster care, and other environments—can protect children from the effects of toxic stress by providing stable relationships with responsive caregivers.

I learned that policy implications are important and critical for success such as ongoing investment in workforce skills and professional development is essential for program improvement. Rigorous program standards, ongoing training and technical assistance, and continual quality assessment and improvement are critical to ensuring the ongoing effectiveness of large-scale programs. It is important to provide a program that ensures healthy futures for young children. 

 I learned that Providing supportive relationships and safe environments can improve outcomes for all children, but especially those who are most vulnerable. Between 75 and 130 of every 1,000 U.S. children under age 5 live in homes where at least one of three common precipitants of toxic stress could negatively affect their development.

I have learned from this article that effective early childhood programs generate benefits to the society. I have learned that effectiveness factors distinguish programs that work such as qualified and appropriately compensated personnel small group sizes and high adult-child ratios and language-rich environments.

References

Early Childhood Program Effectiveness retrieved from http://developingchild.harvard.edu/initiatives/global_initiative/

Professional Contacts

I tried to contact to two Early Childhood Professionals, but unfortunately I did not have any luck. I am going to do the Blog two assignment. I have chosen the Global Fund for Children. I believe it is important that all children have a right to a high quality education; it is important that everyone get involve and help with resources and funding to help children around the world to get a good education. daidzhan@sbs.soros.kz

Good evening,

my name is Belinda, and I am currently working on an assignment. I am currently enrolled in the M.S. Early Childhood Studies-Teaching and Diversity in Early Childhood. I would love to interact and learn more about your profession. I recently received my Bachelor's degree in Child Development. I plan to become a preschool teacher as of now, I am currently a paraprofessional in an elementary school. I look forward to hearing from you soon. my blog URL is  http://belindau.blogspot.com/