Increasingly, we've come to understand the important role emotional intelligence plays across contexts, disciplines, and the lifespan. The need for a high or strong EQ is particularly relevant for ECE leaders. Do you know how high your EQ is? … [Read more...]
Dear Inclusion, It’s Time To Evolve!
A phrase that I've borrowed from Grace Lee Boggs, and that I use all the time, embodies the spirit of this post by guest blogger, Dr. Andrew Goff. (That phrase?) "{R}evolution!" With the emphasis on the evolution of our thoughts, practices, and vision for inclusive early care and education. … [Read more...]
The ABCs Of Feeling Words
As we provide instruction, professional development, and learning to early childhood educators, we need to first and foremost be sure that we have done the inner work to then help others "use their words." … [Read more...]
How to Leverage Social Networks to Improve Practice
In this series, I’m exploring how #ece professional development is failing teachers. In my opinion, our professional development (PD) efforts do not include sufficient attention to supporting teachers’ social-emotional skills, and we need to approach PD from a more wholistic … [Read more...]