Comp ML4004 - Assessment - ReflectionQuestions - To21Cv2

Reflecting on Designing and Implementing
Meaningful Learning Experiences with Young Children
Reflecting on and evaluating the learning and teaching experiences in which you
engage in with children will give you insights that may help you better support children’s
development and learning, as well as grow as an early childhood professional. In the
rush of working with children and families, you may be tempted to not take the time. But
if you don't, you surely will miss opportunities for growth.
Drawing on what you have learned from the resources, your reflections on the learning
experiences you engaged in with the children in your field experience setting, and your
Host Teacher feedback, respond to the following by analyzing:
Reflection Questions:
1. What went well in the planning of these learning experiences?

Putting the learning experiences together was a positive experience for me.
Because I had attended the teacher's class, during which I had both asked questions
and observed what she did, I was extremely prepared. In order to get ready, I got a
head start by calling the school in advance to find out when the most convenient
time and day for
observation. The next time, I will go there a little bit earlier so that I can organise my
paperwork and set up my computer before I even get there. Being prepared helps to
alleviate the impression that everything is spinning out of control.
2. What went well in the implementation of these learning experiences?

The atmosphere in the classroom was ideal for learning as a result of the school's
implementation of the High Scope curriculum, which was developed with the needs
of children in mind. We focused a lot of our attention on the children throughout the
entire activity so that they would remain interested and feel secure. The children
acted as though they were adult. The creatures, imitate their actions, make noises
similar to animals, and demonstrate an interest in them.
To assist the children in any way possible, there was always a supply of notes
ready, either with drawings or with brief narratives. Children were given the
opportunity to express their disinterest or ask inquiries through the use of alarm
systems while the events were taking place. It was a clever move to zero in on their
benefits in such a way as to emphasise them. These aspects can be strengthened
with the addition of more resources kept on hand that can be used as a backup plan.
Despite the fact that these activities were wonderful, I will make it a priority to
expand the scope of my next round of outreach so that it includes all of the pupils at
the school.
3. What problems/challenges did I experience? Why?

When all of the learning experiences have been completed, one of the issues that
will need to be addressed is choosing a learning experience that is appropriate for
the majority of the students. This may include a discussion of the ways in which
adjustments can be put in place for children who have special needs. Having
additional planning time in order to maintain special needs is important.
It could be helpful to accommodate everyone the next time.

It is common for there to be a greater sense of purpose in the educational
experience when teachers have more time for preparing. Lessons will have more
seamless transitions if sufficient thought and planning are put into their development.
Additionally, wait times for children should be kept to a minimum in order to prevent
them from becoming disoriented.
4. What did I learn from this experience that will help me design and implement
meaningful learning experiences in the future?
I've seen that many different things can affect how much a child learns. I've noticed that
it's easy to prepare for each course because it has different standards and topics.
It's also important to keep an eye on and pay close attention to each child in your care
so you know what each one needs. Families should be involved to make sure that these
learning opportunities help children both inside and outside of school. Also, when
children's learning activities are based on their interests, they are more interested and
stay interested for longer.

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Reflecting on Designing and Implementing

Meaningful Learning Experiences with Young Children

1. What went well in the planning of these learning experiences?

2. What went well in the implementation of these learning experiences?

3. What problems/challenges did I experience? Why?

It could be helpful to accommodate everyone the next time.

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