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Sharing Web Resources

 

 

 

The organization that I selected to learn about was the Association for Childhood Education International (http://acei.org/).  This organization is dedicated to ensuring that children around the world are protected, supported, and educated by using methods that let them reach their full potential.  This includes being educated in environments of fairness where there is freedom from bias or favoritism and where access to, and participation in, educational experiences are the cornerstone of home, school, and community.

 

 

One issue that this organization is focused on is called Love me, teach me.  The objectives are to promote the needs and rights of children everywhere.  There are four foundations that is included in this.

 

1.  See Me - Every child has the right to a name and nationality.  All sectors - social, political, and economic must work to guarantee all children are visible members of their society regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, ability, family status, or national origin.

 

2.  Hear Me - Children should be provided opportunities to participate by voicing opinions or by being provided with access to services that may be needed.  Participation is how children learn about the world around them. If this is denied, it is difficult to ensure that the other rights will be protected and promoted.

 

3.  Love Me - The child's right to security, stability, and protection.  Children should be loved.  Not only parents, but extended family and others can make positive contributions to security and protection of children.  This will cultivate and assist with the children's overall physical, emotional, social, moral, and spiritual development.

 

4.  Teach Me - Every child has the right to an education. Efforts must be made by everyone to make sure education supports development of the whole child from birth to adolescence.  It should be culturally appropriate, encourage dignity and respect for children, encourage exploration and be designed to support all children, regardless of their abilities.  Education should allow children access to quality materials and experiences that will help each child reach their full potential.

 

I learned a lot this week.  Not only did I learn what this organization's mission and vision were, but I also learned how they support children and teachers.  Please take the time to check out this website.  There is a lot of fabulous information, and membership is reasonable!