scholarly journals Re-Inventing Teachers� Competences at Early Childhood Education in Building Characters Needed for Global Competition

Al-Ulum ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 387
Author(s):  
Karmila Machmud
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
Early Childhood Teachers ◽  
Early Age ◽  
Global Competition ◽  
Character Formation ◽  
Childhood Education

The goal of this paper is to elaborate and to re-invent the competencies needed by early childhood education teachers. Building children�s character from an early age is significant, but the main problem that is often overlooked is the contribution of Early Childhood Education teachers. Children�s character formation is largely determined by the quality of early childhood teachers. So if we want to instill character values required by our nations, the improvement of the quality of early childhood teachers is very significant. In terms of shaping children�s character, they should be equipped with some important skills and competences, because they have a significant role in building the Indonesian Children�s characters needed in global competition without abandoning their identity as a dignified Indonesian.

scholarly journals Optimalisasi Pemanfaatan Internet Untuk Peningkatan Kualitas Guru dan Mutu Pembelajaran Pada Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Flourensia Sapty Rahayu ◽  
Findra Kartika Sari Dewi
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Early Childhood Teachers ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Quality Of Teaching ◽  
Types Of Information

Abstract. Internet is one of the types of information technology can be utilized to facilitate and improve the quality of human life in various aspects. In the field of education, wide open opportunities the Internet can be used to improve the quality of teachers and quality of teaching and learning process. This study attempted to get an idea about the condition of Internet used by teachers of Early Childhood Education and give solutions that can be used by the community of early childhood educators. The solutions we give are (1) socialize the use of the Internet for early childhood teachers in Indonesia so that they can dig their own needs that can be obtained from the Internet, (2) procure computer for teachers so they will have access to the Internet, and (3) construct a portal that can be used as a community center of early childhood teachers in Indonesia. Keywords: Early Childhood Education, portal, Internet utilization, quality of teachers, quality of teaching and learning process Abstrak. Internet merupakan salah satu jenis Teknologi Informasi yang dapat dimanfaatkan untuk mempermudah dan meningkatkan kualitas hidup manusia dalam berbagai aspek. Dalam bidang pendidikan, terbuka luas peluang Internet dapat digunakan untuk meningkatkan kualitas guru dan kualitas proses belajar mengajar. Penelitian ini berusaha untuk mendapatkan gambaran tentang kondisi pemanfaatan Internet oleh para pendidik Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) dan selanjutnya memberikan solusi yang dapat digunakan oleh komunitas pendidik anak usia dini. Solusi yang penulis berikuan adalah (1) melakukan sosialisasi tentang pemanfaatan Internet untuk para guru PAUD se-Indonesia sehingga mereka dapat menggali sendiri kebutuhan-kebutuhan mereka yang bisa didapatkan dari Internet, (2) pengadaan komputer untuk guru di seluruh Indonesia. Pengadaan ini diperlukan supaya guru-guru mendapat kemudahan dalam mengakses Internet, dan (3) pembangunan sebuah portal yang dapat digunakan sebagai pusat komunitas guru PAUD se-Indonesia.Kata Kunci: Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD), portal, pemanfaatan Internet, kualitas guru, kualitas proses belajar mengajar

IMPLEMENTATION OF STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics) - BASED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION LEARNING IN SEMARANG CITY

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muniroh Munawar ◽  
Fenny Roshayanti ◽  
Sugiyanti Sugiyanti
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Early Age ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Research Focus ◽  
Fully Integrated ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Innovation And Invention ◽  
Data Collection Technique

Learning in Early Childhood Education (ECE) today should adjust the 21st century competency framework. In this case, learning innovation is needed to actualize a generation that is creative, innovative, critical thinking, able to communicate and collaborate. STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics) - based ECE learning is currently seen as an approach that aims to stimulate creativity and  prepare children in a world of work that is full of innovation and invention. Research shows that there is a positive relationship between STEAM experience at early age and school success in the future. The purpose of this study is to describe the implementation of STEAM-based ECE learning in Semarang City. Three ECE schools that have implemented STEAM-based learning in Semarang City were included as research subjects. The research methods used were qualitative with observation, interview and documentation as a data collection technique. The research focus of the research results include: 1) Story times in STEAM class, 2) STEAM Processes in learning, 3) STEAM activities in class. Data analysis results show that the implementation of STEAM-based learning is not fully integrated, so assistance by expert teams is needed and there is no  comprehensive learning media tool.Pembelajaran di PAUD sekarang ini hendaknya menyesuaikan kerangka kompetensi abad 21, dimana inovasi pembelajaran sangat dibutuhkan untuk mewujudkan generasi yang kreatif, inovatif, berpikir kritis, mampu berkomunikasi dan berkolaborasi. Akhir-akhir ini STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics) dipandang sebagai sebuah pendekatan untuk menyiapkan generasi abad 21, yang bertujuan untuk menstimulasi kreativitas, menyiapkan anak-anak dalam dunia kerja yang penuh inovasi dan invensi. Riset menunjukkan bahwa ada hubungan positif antara pengalaman STEAM di awal usia dengan kesuksesan sekolah di masa mendatang. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan pelaksanaan pembelajaran STEAM di PAUD. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif, pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawawancara dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan hasil penelitian ini mendeskripsikan: 1) Storytimes dalam kelas STEAM, 2) STEAM Process dalam pembelajaran, 3) Aktivitas STEAM di kelas. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa implementasi pembelajaran berbasis STEAM tidak sepenuhnya terintegrasi, sehingga diperlukan bantuan oleh tim ahli dan tidak ada alat media pembelajaran yang komprehensif.

Social Investment and Childcare Expansion

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margarita León
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Perfect Match ◽  
Preschool Education ◽  
Conceptual Level ◽  
Social Investment ◽  
Trade Off ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Education And Care

The chapter first examines at a conceptual level the links between theories of social investment and childcare expansion. Although ‘the perfect match’ between the two is often taken for granted in the specialized literature as well as in policy papers, it is here argued that a more nuance approach that ‘unpacks’ this relationship is needed. The chapter will then look for elements of variation in early childhood education and care (ECEC) expansion. Despite an increase in spending over the last two decades in many European and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, wide variation still exists in the way in which ECEC develops. A trade-off is often observed between coverage and quality of provision. A crucial dividing line that determines, to a large extent, the quality of provision in ECEC is the increasing differentiation between preschool education for children aged 3 and above and childcare for younger children.

scholarly journals Children’s participation in early childhood education: A theoretical overview

2021 ◽  
pp. 146394912098178
Author(s):  
Nadine Correia ◽  
Cecília Aguiar ◽  
Fausto Amaro
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Social Policy ◽  
Early Age ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Children’S Participation ◽  
Children's Participation ◽  
Theoretical Overview

Children’s right to participate in all matters and decisions affecting them has gained recognition in society. Its promotion is recommended from an early age – namely, in early childhood education settings – and it is described as benefiting children, adults and the community in general. Given the complex and polysemic meaning of participation, different conceptualizations, models and perspectives have emerged. In this article, the authors provide a theoretical overview, describing relevant models, concepts and contributions from distinct perspectives and fields of knowledge – sociological, educational, developmental and sociocultural – as well as contributions from social policy. This overview is particularly relevant to inform research and practice about children’s participation in early childhood education.

Measuring the quality of early childhood education: Associations with children’s development from a national study with the IMCEIC tool in Colombia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolina Maldonado‐Carreño ◽  
Hirokazu Yoshikawa ◽  
Eduardo Escallón ◽  
Liliana Angélica Ponguta ◽  
Ana María Nieto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
National Study ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Children's Development ◽  
Children’S Development

scholarly journals Pre-Service Early Childhood Teachers’ Preparedness to Teach Education for Sustainability

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 95-96
Author(s):  
Anita Croft
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Early Childhood Teachers ◽  
Education For Sustainability ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Aotearoa New Zealand ◽  
Sustainability Practices ◽  
Preparedness To Teach

The benefits of beginning Education for Sustainability (EfS) in early childhood are now widely documented. With the support of their teachers, young children have shown that through engagement in sustainability practices they are capable of becoming active citizens in their communities (Duhn, Bachmann, & Harris, 2010; Kelly & White, 2012; Ritchie, 2010; Vaealiki & Mackey, 2008). Engagement with EfS has not been widespread across the early childhood sector in Aotearoa New Zealand (Duhn et al., 2010; Vaealiki & Mackey, 2008) until recently. One way of addressing EfS in early childhood education is through teacher education institutions preparing students to teach EfS when they graduate.

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