Saturday, October 8, 2011

Research in Africa

The web site that I choose to look at was the Early Childhood Development Virtual University Sub-Saharan Africa site.  I started to look at some of the research papers that had been done by the students of this university.  Some of the topics I found to be interesting were the development and delivery of nutrition training programs for homes that care for motherless babies.  They are trying to improve the nutritional care these children are receiving.  I also found a paper on involving the fathers in early childhood care and development.
The thing that surprised me the most when reviewing the site was the amount of research that is being done through this university.  The topics were not “fluffy” topics but ideas that will change the course of childcare and early childhood development throughout Africa.  The research could then be taken and adapted to other nations as well.  I noticed a few papers that dealt with leadership and curriculum development as well.  I am curious to see if they are starting from the beginning with the curriculum or if they are adapting one that is already set in place.  Another interesting insight that I found was the amount of research done on orphan children.  I know that there is a large orphan population due to HIV/AIDS and other health issues.  I am happy to see that they are not just dismissing this as just a part of life but are trying to help these children to become healthy and adjusted adults.






References:

Early Childhood Development Virtual University Sub-Saharan Africa (2011). Final Major Projects and Theses.  Retrieved from http://www.ecdvu.org/ssa/major_reports.php
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  1. StephanieOctober 8, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Leslie,
    I found many of the studies interesting and I plan to go back and read those that really peaked my interests. I agree that the research was solid and meaningful.
    The amazing thing, I found, was the topics could all be used in some fashion as studies here in the United States on our own population of children and families.

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  2. Beth PowellOctober 9, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Leslie,

    It seems like this website has a large number of topics that it covered. I'm glad to hear that other countries are doing what they can to improve the lives of young children.

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Personal Childhood Web

Mom-My mother
Influence: showed me a love of learning that has lasted a life time. She would have “Tea Parties” with me but insisted on real food not pretend. She would read to us each night and tuck us in. She showed her love and affection by being there and showing me how to make it on my own. Her impact on my life is ongoing. She is still guiding me to be a better and stronger person.

Dad: My birth father
Influence: taught me that continuing your education may be tough but is always worth the effort. He would take me on camping trips each summer and road trips to historical places. He always called me “sis”. His influence takes me to historical sites. I have an appetite for history.

Don: My step-dad (Dad)
Influence: taught me that hard work was important in life. He taught me how to drive my first stick shift. He moved me back and forth to college many times without question. He considered me his own and became my father when mine abandoned me. He still checks in on me and makes sure my head is on straight.

Grandma D: Paternal Grandmother
Influence: she taught me how to be a “proper” young lady. I remember how I should behave to this day. She showed me how to make ordinary everyday things into magical paths to the imaginary world. A refrigerator box could be a house, doctor’s office, fort, or a cave below hundreds of feet. She showed me how to cook and sew so I could be a good wife. Though she is not with me now I still can look at a plain item and imagine where it could lead me.

Grandma Z: Maternal Grandmother
Influence: taught me that women could be fierce and independent. She loved flowers and taught me a love of them as well.