After taking Building
Research Competencies through Walden University I was able to realize that
research is a far more complicated and difficult process than we
non-researchers will ever understand. I now understand that research has many different
styles and each researcher has his or her own way of completing that investigation.
I also learned that young children are given far more credit than we think in
the research process. They are now able to contribute and make decisions about
their own participation in the research process. If I were able to complete a
research process I would find it difficult to make sure each step of the
process is completed correctly. I would have to have a checklist and another
more experienced researcher to help me with the investigation. As an early
childhood educator I think research is one of the most important steps to
creating a stronger and more complete early childhood education system in
America.
Whitney,
ReplyDeleteIt has been a pleasure being in your group both with blogs and discussion. I have learned a lot from you and felt you pushed me to stretch in new ways.
I agree with you that research is far more complicated and difficult than I realized. I knew that it must be challenging because if it weren't everyone would be doing it.
I also want to agree with your final sentence that research is critical in creating a stronger more complete early childhood education system.
Hi Whitney,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about research being complicated. I like that you pointed out that it would be wise to work with a more experienced researcher for a novice researcher.Having someone check our work, regardless of the field we are in, is always a good idea.