"Reflection of Learning"

In my role as an early childhood facilitator I am constantly reflecting on my practice. Creating this blog has challenged my technological abilities with the computer. We are extremely reliant on the Internet and the ability to have uninterrupted service. Something I have not been privy to for the last two months, since changing providers. Ohhhhh the lure of a cheaper service :)

"There is an increasing awareness of the technological world that we live in: a world that people have created and changed technology" (Smorti, 1999, p. 5).

Te Whariki identifies the importance of children developing their own perspectives of the world "as well as the capacity to continue acquirering new knowledge and skills" (p. 5). Therefor I must also be prepared to acquire new knowledge and skills in order to provide experiences that are beneficial towards our children's learning and development.

Linda, Tsantis, Bewick, and Thouvenelle suggest "it is the teachers knowledge and skills about how to use the technology that makes the difference, not the technology itself" (Linda, Tsantis, Bewick, and Thouvenelle, 2003, p. 4). 

The above quote prompts me to question the knowledge I bring with me when encouraging children to explore technology and the social sciences. My blogs have generally focused on relationships, interaction and environment which is a strong point of my teaching style. I believe relationships are the key to all learning, however knowledge is also a very important part and in order to provide experiences the deepen our learning around technology I also have to ensure I am fully informed with the knowledge and skills attached to providing such experiences.

The comments posted also reflect an understanding of the relationships we have built with the centre community, children, parents and staff.