Feedback Padlet by Petra Beatrice Doherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd Cheerful en-us 2021-01-25 15:13:18 UTC 2023-03-25 20:07:47 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/263a.png Second Reflection - The Need for Change petrabeatricedoherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531444732 Your reflection on the childcare sector in Ireland is thought-provoking, highlighting the need for change in the current model of childcare provision. It's clear that quality childcare is dependent on staffing and funding, which are both inadequate in the current system. It's alarming to learn that two-thirds of employees in the sector would not continue working in childcare if things don't change, and over 40 percent are actively seeking other work. This underscores the urgency for policymakers to take action to ensure sustainability and quality in the sector.]]> 2023-03-25 19:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531444732 Feedback on my observations petrabeatricedoherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531445609 Your observations of the children's development through play and hands-on experiences at Ballinamore CLG highlight the importance of early learning and the role of facilitators in fostering children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. The examples you provide for extending the soft interactive play snowball fight activity to promote creativity, problem-solving, and language acquisition are valuable, and it's encouraging to see educators using such strategies to enrich the curriculum.]]> 2023-03-25 19:45:08 UTC https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531445609 Ballinamore Childcare CLG - Week 1 & Prompt petrabeatricedoherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531447532 The reflection highlights the importance of play in child development, particularly in the areas of cognitive ability, fine and gross motor skills, language acquisition, and social development. The soft interactive play snowball fight activity facilitated sensory play and allowed the children to develop skills through touch, movement, and sight. The activity also encouraged teamwork through collaborative learning between the children and the childcare educators.

However, the reflection could have been strengthened by providing more specific examples of how the activity promoted each developmental area mentioned. For instance, how did the activity promote language acquisition? Did the children engage in conversation during the activity or did the educators use specific language to describe the size, speed, and texture of the soft toy?
 
One question to think about is how the educators can further extend the soft interactive play snowball fight activity to promote other developmental areas such as creativity and problem-solving. Could the children design their own soft toys or create a game that incorporates different rules or challenges? How can the educators support the children in taking ownership of the activity and fostering their creativity and problem-solving skills?


 

]]> 2023-03-25 19:50:40 UTC https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531447532 Final Prompt petrabeatricedoherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531450067 One question that comes to mind is how we can ensure that quality childcare is accessible and affordable to all families, regardless of income. What policies or measures can be put in place to address this issue and ensure that children have access to the developmental opportunities that high-quality childcare provides? Additionally, how can we encourage more individuals to pursue careers in the childcare sector and improve working conditions for those already in the field?]]> 2023-03-25 19:57:48 UTC https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531450067 Response to Prompt - Policies & Publications petrabeatricedoherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531451761 State ChildCare Agency
https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/state-childcare-agency-part-of-plan-to-make-services-affordable-and-accessible-1.4839629]]> 2023-03-25 20:02:23 UTC https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531451761 Response to Prompt - Adopting TUSLA Early Years Quality & Regulatory Framework petrabeatricedoherty https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531453681 Published document relating to the framework;https://www.tusla.ie/uploads/content/4570-TUSLA_QRF_DROP-IN_LR.pdf]]> 2023-03-25 20:07:06 UTC https://padlet.com/petrabeatricedoherty/e8yn6kufxkzkewdd/wish/2531453681