Factors in my life that provide support for me is rest, a working computer, workable classroom size, knowledge and transportation. Many of this may sound like common sense but they are things we don’t thing about. We all know that lack of sleep or poor diet can interfere with learning. It is proven that overcrowded classrooms and lack of learning resources make it more difficult to teach. People can tell when I experience stress and anxiety in my daily life it is more difficult for me to concentrate. We know that if a student feels excluded by others in the class, learning can suffer. It’s not often that I give serious thought to such things as planning a lesson. Even if I do think about these things, I may feel like I have no power to change any of them. I would not be able to complete my job and education would I would suffer as a person.
There was a week in March when I had the task of doing all my work via my cell phone. That week we were talking about stressor that young child deal with in life. This will be a task for me because I grow up where mom and dad were there and I did not have to want for anything as a young child. In addition to that my computer is down and I’m my not feeling my best this week, having to complete homework via my Smartphone. With that said please over look my writing this week, will be back in the game next blog. This was a prime example of how not having a computer and feeling bad in the body will impact your life. For most people like me and many others that are reading this blog this is what our daily environment involves.
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ReplyDeleteAmen, Christopher!
ReplyDeleteI know exactly how you feel. Daily stressors, lack of materials, information, or proper equipment can all be very distressing. Physical challenges can also add to the frustration of things, but it's good to know that you have additional supports that can aid you through this tough time. Thank God for SmartPhones :)
Can you imagine children having similar kinds of challenges without having the same coping skills or alternate supports you mentioned--no mom or dad to rely on for appropriate assistance, suitable place to sleep, or nutritious food to fuel their brain and body? It's good to know that, as educators, we are here to offer and implement programs and services that can assist children who experience these challenges while trying their best to function in a learning environment. Individual Responsiveness is designed to address the individual needs of the child so that the child will have a positive learning experience in the classroom environment and at home.
I Pray all goes well for you soon!
CCWhite
Reference
Laureate Education, Inc. (Producer). (2010). Individually Responsive Practice [DVD]. Early Childhood Development. Baltimore, MD: Author.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2008). An individualized, strengths-based approach in public child welfare systems of care. Retrieved from http://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/acloserlook/strengthsbased/strengthsbased1.cfm
Christopher,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed how you referenced the simple things in life as supports, yet they are the things we don't think about until we have to do without them. Things like technology (a working computer to work on and do schoolwork on instead of a phone). There are certainly things that we take for granted, and the same can be said of people.
Christopher,
ReplyDeleteI can also agree with Cymantha. I know how you feel. I just had to go through many challenges in the last month. I had to go in hospital for a procedure, stress from job with pre-k being cut, my son's graduating from high school, and the stress from having proper access to my computer for this course. Thank God for my supporting networks- family and friends. They have been by my side with encouragemant and support. I have come to realize that whatever happens, "this too shall pass"!!!Whatever we go through, there is always a solution to the problem.
Christopher, you bring up an important point in recognizing that every day things such as rest, a working computer, workable classroom size, knowledge and transportation are important factors that help us function successfully daily. Like you mentioned, without adequate sleep, it becomes really difficult to function. Each of these factors help our days run smoother so that we can be effective and successful in our lives, our relationships, and our work.
ReplyDeleteHope your computer situation gets fixed and that you feel better in no time. Rest well in the meantime!