Wow, I can’t believe I am writing the last blog post for this course (and my degree)! I have learned so much throughout this program. I feel that I will now be able to offer my students a higher quality educational experience. And look forward to making a positive impact in the field of early childhood education. I have learned that I need to have more confidence in my capabilities. There was a time when I didn’t think I would earn an Associate’s degree let alone a Master’s degree! I have also discovered a desire to educate adults within the realm of early childhood education. During this course I learned that I am deeply interested in the development of early literacy skills. I hope to pursue this topic further.

A long term goal that I have is to find a position teaching in the early childhood education department at a local college. Before I do this I want to gain at least three years of experience teaching in early childhood classrooms. I want to be able to share real life experiences and scenario examples with my students.

I would like to say farewell to my classmates and instructor. It has been a wonderful experience getting to know you. I hope to stay in contact with many of you. I have gained valuable insights from your perspectives on the field of early childhood education. The collaborative learning experience has been invaluable. It has be a great resource to be able to get feedback and ideas from people who are working in various facets of the education field. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences with me.