The course, doing early childhood research has broadened and deepened my understanding and view to be an intelligent consumer of electronic online resource materials. I no longer just take whatever I see on the web, I now know how to ascertain that a material may or may not be trusted. Particularly, I remember sharing with my classmates that it is not enough to see a reliable website name on a material as the website may not be the publisher of the material based on one NAEYC topic I saw on a list of online resources. It was an individual's work that had an NAEYC's publication as a major reference.
I have also learned what it means to conduct research and how to read research materials as there are many research materials that contain quality information that will definitely be of benefit to EC professionals but which we have avoided, not knowing the technique of how to gain understanding. Those tables are no longer going to put me off because now I understand that I can get same information in the discussion aspect of the publication. It is a delight to know this.
It feels wonderful that I have conducted my first research. Applying the theory aspect of research as we learned on an area of interest was growth stimulating. Much more fascinating for me was taking an opportunity to actually delve into my area of interest in which I have been wanting to know more. I would say I am thankful for the opportunity and it was worth every bit of the journey.
Lastly and freshly too, it was satisfying to see how research is all about relationships. Beautiful to see the essence of research in the core of mankind. It will be something of great joy to see that every research project embraces equity wholly. I want to use this medium to appreciate every member of my class. It was wonderful reading through your post. Sometimes, you guys drive home the point better. It was a pleasure being in class with you. Thank you Dr Darrt for being a wonderful, responsive, available and most of all, purposeful instructor. You made the journey lighter with your definite comments on graded papers.Am grateful I passed through you.
I agree that this course has made me more aware of finding valid research resources. Through this course we have learned so much. What started out as an intimating course for me have left me more knowledgeable. Thank you for your great comments, ideas, and post. Good luck!
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ReplyDeleteExcellent Post! It appears that you have gained a greater appreciation for research, as have I , in this course. I agree that learning how to screen online sources for credibility was one of the highlights of this course. I too, in the pass, toiled over trying to read lengthy research reports not realizing that I could gain the gist of the report from reading selected sections such as the discussion and the conclusion. I appreciate the support and insight that you add to each course. I wish you the very best as we continue our journey towards fruition.