When I Think of Research...

 

          In what ways have your ideas about the nature of doing research changed?

•        My ideas of the nature of doing research has change a lot. I thought that because I took a research class before in another university it was going to be all the same, but I was wrong. I learned new concepts such as extraneous variables  and the importance of knowing every step on the planning process especially the ethical guidelines and the sampling process of the participants. 

What lessons about planning, designing, and conducting research in early childhood did you learn?

•         I really enjoyed learning about the concepts of feasibility in research and how can this affect my research .I also learned the importance of designing your research and doing a "pilot" test to allow  for modifications to occurred.  I reinforced my knowledge of having a valid research question and I learned the new concept of mixing methods approach.

What were some of the challenges you encountered—and in what ways did you meet them? 

•              It was really challenging to me the assignment of the qualitative research. Even thought I know what is the essence of a qualitative research, it was really hard for me to apply the concepts into an actual research. I think this was by far the most difficult assignment that I encounter in this course.

What are some of the ways your perceptions of an early childhood professional have been modified as a result of this course?

•         I think I'm more aware of the importance of avoiding bias and cultural challenges in research. I'm aware of the necessity of my community  and I'm certain that with more research we can find  new ways to teach young children and for them to succeed .Every course that I take in this Early Childhood Journey makes me feel more passion about my profession.