Issues and Trends in the Early Childhood Field Final Blog

• Learning about international early childhood has been enlightening and informative.  I would not consider the knowledge that I have gained as a consequence.  However, once you learn something and have been informed you cannot longer turn blind eye or ignore the crisis that happen.  I guess that is sort of a consequence.  I am now clearer on the needs of America’s youngest citizens.  I have understanding of what their needs are and what is needed to help them.    
  What I would consider another consequence is that I feel helpless in the issue.  I can be an advocate however, I work, and work but I do not see how I am making a difference.  My passion is driving me and may overshadow my intent.  Is there a thing called too passionate?  I believe that there is.  It can cause burn out and blur your focus.  Learning about the need of children makes me want to save every child in the world.  I cannot but I can try.
  I have contemplated this question for a while and I cannot come up with additional consequences.  For me there was nothing but pure benefit.  I understand an issue I also have read about how many people are working for the betterment of children.  How can there be consequence?
  As an educator, I will continue to work tirelessly for children.  I want to see that ECE is as valued as elementary, secondary, or even collegiate education.  I hope to inspire other directors to find ways that they can implement change in their facilities.  I will also continue to build in my knowledge and awareness in order to be more effective as a teacher and administrator.