By Dr. Zuhra Abawi, Assistant Professor, Niagara University During the fall of 2020, a research team comprised of Drs. Rachel Berman, Zuhra Abawi, Beverly-Jean Daniel, Kerry-Ann Escayg, Alana Butler; and Natalie Royer and Fikir Haile met with the College of Early Childhood Educators (the College) and the Association of Early …
In winter of 2021, we conducted a survey to secure member and stakeholder feedback regarding the understanding and application of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice (Code and Standards) and the use of professional practice resources. The survey helped the College to identify and confirm themes and topics to …
Meeting date and time: November 3, 2021: 09:00 AM – 5:00 PM November 4, 2021: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, this Council meeting will not be held in person. If you would like to view the meeting, please contact carmenp@college-ece.ca. Location: Virtual meeting due …
The beginning of fall is often a time of transition. As an RECE, you have strategies and practices to guide children, families and colleagues in your practice setting through these changes. However, the pandemic has created unfamiliarity for many. Beyond the typical transitions involved with starting a new program or …
“I was in the basement in rubber boots so my team could keep doing the really important work with the children.” Early in her career, Kristine Parsons RECE had to deal with a basement flood at the centre in which she had recently been promoted to Supervisor. At the time …
Early childhood education is a care and relationship-based practice. To support the well-being and holistic development of children, RECEs need theoretical knowledge about child development, curriculum and pedagogy, for example, and the skills to apply that knowledge in practice. That’s why practicum placements are a key component of all post-secondary …
On June 16, the Council of the College of Early Childhood Educators elected Kristine Parsons RECE as its Chair. She succeeds Stacey Lepine RECE, who was elected as Chair in June 2019 and has now completed her term on Council. Kristine was elected to Council (District 6 – Central West …
Council meets four times a year to oversee the College of Early Childhood Educators’ (College) activities in regulating the profession in the public interest. Here are highlights from the meeting held on January 12 and 13, 2021. In the spotlight Practicum – Council approved a Policy Statement regarding Practicum, which …
We recently sat down with two registered professionals in mental health to talk about about the best ways to look after yourself as you return to the learning environment. Their ideas may improve your capacity to provide the highest quality education and care. Meet Kelly and Nadine Kelly Falconer, MSW, …
The Council of the College of Early Childhood Educators meets four times annually to oversee the College’s activities in regulating the profession in the public interest. Here are highlights from the public portion of the Council meeting held on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. In the spotlight Congratulations are in order! …
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