My Research Project

The research topic that sparks my interest is Preschool Classroom Learning. The reason that I decided on this topic is because I currently teach 4-year-old class at a local Head Start Center. It is amazing to find new and creative ways to bring new information or teach new skills to eager young minds. Preschool teachers are often labeled as "babysitters" by many people outside the field that don't understand the training required to make or build on the skills of children. I enjoy bringing new experiences to all children and watching them grow into healthy individuals with a love for learning.

The subtopic for this research project will focus on Special Education in a Preschool Setting. I decided to focus on this because children develop at different levels and different times but there are some children that encounter delays requiring special education. I also have experience working with children with cognitive delays/physical impairments and would love to learn more about special education in a preschool setting.

The information that gained from constructing this research chart is that it allowed me the opportunity to organize my ideas and narrow down the subtopics to streamline the projects. I plan to gather more information from Walden University Library, National Association for the Education of Young Children website, National Head Start Association website and Zero-to-Three website for more information. I would also like to recommend the above websites to share with colleagues because they provide useful information on all topics related to child development and early childhood education.