As
I continue my education here at Walden University, I am more aware of the
values of certain courses as they pertain to my professional growth. I valued the Building Research Competencies course because I was able to really
learn in-depth about the research process and all the components I must be
familiar with from a researcher’s perspective. I feel as if I was exposed to
many terms, designs, and formalities that could really take my career to the
next height and make me better for my students and their families. From this course I was exposed to the quantitative
and qualitative research design and from that knowledge I learned about two
processes I was not very familiar with, which at times during course readings
became a true challenge to understand. I truly believe this course allowed me
to look at research from all angles and see the importance of the participants
and also the overall message gained from conducting the research. Although I was familiar of research, I must
say that I was not always aware of every component and their specific function
(i.e., variables & triangulation). I really appreciated how the authors
gathered information that was clear and precise and was able to display the function
and true value of all key items in research. I am extremely grateful for having
taken this course, because I feel I gained a true appreciation for research and
all the work and effort that researchers put into high quality research design.
Sha'Keema
ReplyDeleteThat is great that you knew something about research. I was totally overwhelemed in the beginning. But I must admit as time went on and I was able to grasp information it started to make sense. The text book was easy to follow and that made it better. I also learned a lot from the course concerning the research process.
Hi Sha'Keema. I can't thank you enough for your support. The beginning was rough but in the end I can see how much I've learned and grown with my knowledge of research. I do have a better understanding of the research process. Thanks again. ;-)
ReplyDeleteHi Sha'Keema,
ReplyDeleteI too overwhelmed and stressed out about taking the class. However I'm very happy that I took the class because I feel as though I"m much more informed about Research. Thanks for your input, resources and insights regarding the class!!
Hi ShaKeema,
ReplyDeleteYou are right! As we continue to advance through this program, I can VALUE and APPRECIATE each course a little more. I must admit, initially I was terrified at the thought of "RESEARCH" and didn't really see the point. It was rather difficult and quite CHALLENGING! However, now I see its significance and will be sure to use everything learned and gained. I now feel one step closer to becoming an expert in the field of early childhood education. Thanks for everything you've shared throughout this course and past course, and I look forward to see you again in the near future! Breathe...WE MADE IT! :) __Tynisha Thompkins
Hello Sha’Keema,
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful to hear that you successfully grew as a researcher. I know that children in your care are in safe hands and that they would learn a lot if you involved them in research. You would also grow a lot because you would involve children in your research design.
I hope to continue working with you in the next class.