Activity 3.1 | Importance of the ECE sector
Activity 3.1 | Introduction
In Topic Three's first activity, you will consider the importance of the ECE sector, and you will examine evidence-based research validating the sector’s importance.
Furthermore, you will ponder the impact of early childhood education on broader society and how it plays a pivotal role in shaping children's cognitive and social-emotional development and lays the foundation for future humankind.
Additionally, you will consider your influence as an ECE manager and leader as an advocate for policy change, educational reforms, and the ability to shape public perception and awareness of the significance of the sector.
Finally, you will visualize and broadly define your goals as a first step toward creating an advocacy action plan.
After completing the various learning events within Activity 3.1, you will be able to:
- Identify your role in the ECE system to advocate for change, and
- Describe ways to encourage reflective and reflexive practices in ECE programs as an ECE leader.
- Readings
- Watching Videos
- Self-reflection
- Visualization and goal setting