I explored the Early Childhood Development Virtual University (ECDVU) Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA portal. In my investigation of this portal I found a research lead by a student name Abeba Habtom in Eritrea Africa about the importance of parent involvement. I have a lot of passion for this subject and I see firsthand what a difference parent involvement and enrichment can make in the life and education of children. The study began at the University of in 1974 and is restudied under Habtom in 2004; however, its findings is just as significant today if not more than it was during that time. The study was named; “Improving the Quality of Childcare Through Parenting Enrichment and Training of Trainers: The Eritrean Model”. Abeba Habtom wanted to advocate; “the importance of the Parenting Enrichment initiative to the Eritrea Integrated Early Childhood Development Project and the country at large” (Abeba Habtom, 2004). Research that helps others understand the vitality of interaction between children and adults is so valuable and its effect is even more spectacular with lifelong effects.
I observed from exploring these portals and websites that for year’s researchers through their study have been trying to help make people aware of the need that children have to gain proper support and to improve their ability to learn and integrate into the world. Study gives us guidance and knowledge so that we can improve our present practices. I never viewed research in the manor that I have learn to appreciate it in today; even though, the whole process of research is still not as clear to me as I would like.
Hello Katrice,
ReplyDeleteParent involvement is very important for the success of the child in school. It is really interesting to find that many countries have the same issues the United States has and trying to encourage parents to be more active in their child's education. I am learning that learning how to conduct good research takes time and practice. I look forward to reading more. Thank you for sharing.
Katrice,
ReplyDeleteParent Involvement is a crucial component of a child's success in school and in life. It's very important for educators to find ways to increase parent involvement in our programs. It's very interesting to hear that programs around the world are also challenged by this issue. It's important for us as educators to share experiences and research with one another as we find ways to overcome the similar issues we face in early childhood.