Tracy Fennell
Location Ireland
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Considering the children throughout the setting, I would say that there could potentially be confusion, as the majority would of them would associate "germ" as only been a bad thing, a dirty thing or a potentially harmful thing, something we should probably start re-educating them on
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Valuing and using them as a learning base is a great way to create learning opportunities
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Dimitri was probably frustrated and as a logical thinker and taking on advice of ignoring it caused some upset waiting would have been better option
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Sally may not be recieving help which may help her to communicate. In regards to spinning in regards to sensory and regulation she maybe the thrill seeker, research does suggest that some children prefer spinning and spinning objects. Repetitive behaviours are a common trait but could possibly be an obsessive compulsive disorder. Aiming to provide Sally with...
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Lei clearly became frustrated as her attempts to take the toy did not work. Lei should NOT have been made sit at a table by herself as she needed to self regulate... The sna should have taken appropriate action to help her do this.
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Dynamic social groups very interesting
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Ah bless, while there is not mention of if there was a possible action causing Jaya to hit his sister, it is clear that he is rather frustrated, and outraged with his mother's response. This could be for many reason's attention or just the knowledge that if he behaves a certain way maybe his mother will not follow through. However this is a dangerous scenario...
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I would imagine that John was feeling rather lonely, left out and confused, while he seems to be just interested in playing with his friend rather then another friend, suggest that he like's what is familiar to him. Although his tactic to get his friend to play with him (bribery) would only be a short solution to his situation, it seem's like john, not only...
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I just love this, his descriptions are fantastic, his attitude towards this diagnosis is the attitude everyone should have ... Let's face it, what it is normal anyway?
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I think a common theme is that it is important for them, as it for everyone to be recognized as and individual. Therefore Wenn talking about "passion" as he prefers this term, really does make a lot of sense to focus on that passion. Considering most in the early sector would work in regards to teaching children through play based on their own personal...
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Amazing, very informative.
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Very interesting. Donna had lots of great and even new information there for me.
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Hi. I am Tracy, I work in the early years sector and I am the inclusion coordinator.
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In having some experience with young people and autism, I have learned that they don't get metaphor's and take what you say literally. Their thinking is logical. It's about understanding the person and their needs.
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I have learned and am still learning a lot. I will be going through this course again and continuing with this area, as I am astonished at how much I did not know, how much I probably still don't know but should know, and in depth this is.
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The benefits for facebook in having bcrs would be that each group would have the same standards, and there would be no conflicting way's of ensuring data protection. This would also be time efficient as they would not have to issue contractual agreements for each transfer of information. This would also be very useful in regards to transfers within the...
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I think setting out a code of conduct is a great way to begin good practice. Albeit it would need to be monitored to ensure that it is followed and the rights of subjects are protected.
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Yes it will have an effect on the behaviour of controllers and processors as there could be an investigation at any time, therefore there is a far greater need to be compliant as it could have a negative effect both on and within the business.
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Contact details to include name of the controller.
Precise information.
Time limits.
Confidentiality
Regular maintenance of storage/file,
The appropriate level of security has been reached with the subjects personal details, remain confidential. In this case the subjects personal information should be used only for the purpose required. -
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In regards to social media, it has asked for permission to have access, to contacts, camera ect. I did not grant for permission for this, so for example I don't have messenger. I would assume that many don't read the fine print.
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Data protection design and default. could help us better by ensuring the user is familiar with what the smart phone can have access too! By ensuring data by either design or default, should ensure that data is protected and only used for it's specific purpose.
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I would ensure that the client understands why his data is needed and that his information is confidential and will not be shared with another source. Informing him/her of our policies and procedures, which they could have access too. I would ensure that a consent form, is clear and concise and that the client fully understand what (s)he is consenting too....
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I think it is great to know that you can have a non profit organisation address your concerns, and file complaints on your behalf ...
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national security and health
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I would think that you would have to give consent to this in some form, and if you haven't then you we need to look at the platform as maybe you have unwittingly given permission for this.
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I would start by expressing, my concerns and even my rights under gdpr. If concerns are not addressed and dealt with in an appropriate manner, I would let them know that I will be seeking legal advice in regards to the matter.
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Would this not depend on the entire circumstances, what the illegal activity is?
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I would want to know why and what purpose my personal data is been used for. However my personal data, name, address, ect would prompt me to exercise my right, if my data was used un-necessarily, inaccurately or for reasons that I had not agreed too.
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Personally I am always careful about what data I share, and how I share and what it is for. However I was not fully aware of my rights, or even the rights of others, regarding data protection in all domains.
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I would agree that these rights cannot be disregarded.
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Parent's or even local authorities provide this information. It is usually done upon registering the child, through the registration forms. Parents are aware that this data is kept safely and is not shared, with any unauthorized persons. It is important that the information regarding the child, is shared, especially concerning any medical issues. This...
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We need to protect our personal information and rights.
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There is so much information in this course! I am glad however that I decided to do it, the data protection course's that my sector provides is mediocre compared to this, so much so, that I am still amazed at how little I didn't actually know or understand.
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Twinkle assessment? I don't know a lot about that? We are play based, and work with the child as an individual, through play, to enhance their learning, assessments are not formally academically based! However depending on a child's situation, circumstances, needs ect we would conduct IEP'S (Individual education plans)...
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@MartinH Thank you for the link, it's a very interesting page! (Joined)
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Childline .. Spun out ... Crisis text line (14-25 yrs).There are many other specific helplines available for specific topics, for example body whys for eating disorders, available in Ireland.
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I had a similar conversation in a previous course, and I think that the area that we really lack on his community supports. While there are some supports here (Ireland) in regards to back to education grants, and courses made available through agencies, I think this would be far better if it was more community based. Making courses such as childcare and...
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@MartinH Completely agree, also in becoming rather dependent on technology we are taking away interpersonal skills, as it rather easy to hide circumstances. It is a new form of exclusion, this is something I had not really considered until you mentioned it.
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It is important to know the rights and provisions of children, to ensure that we are protecting their rights, and as adults knowing our obligations to children to ensure that their rights are been delivered, in a meaningful and child centered way.
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Great resources
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In Ireland this is a hot topic with many engaging in conversations vulnerable children in terms of poverty, parents are able to get Grant's to send there children to day care where their nutritional needs are met therefore giving parents the opportunity to either work or education this has not been possible during covid 19
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The pandemic has not only made peoples working lives and vulnerable childrens lives more difficult but it has also highlighted the inadequacies of all childcare sectors.
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Consent is given in a written format through registration, however this information is also available to be various government bodies whom ensure that the information is accurate and up to date
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Data processor, data controller and data subject
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Again shocked at the vast amount of information I did not know
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In childcare we take personal information a lot of this information is shared through the registration process however that information van often change via medical or personal circumstances for example therefore gdpr applies to our settings
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As said in the reform package only 1% of people in 1995 used the internet, this has since changed the internet has become a tool in everyones lives for work, shopping, banking ect. Therefore vast amounts of personal information is been shared and the consumer, user, employee, need to be aware of their rights and know that their information is protected by law,...
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I did not realise how little I knew about this
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What is privacy and data protection according to me? It is a right and allows us to have confidence that any personal information that you entrust to another will not be misused or shared.
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This is a requirement in the childcare sector in ireland. I know personal and medical information is not to be shared and or displayed. It is important that we value everyones privacy. Families often share private information with us and we need to ensure their confidence and open communication with us. Its therefore vital that we know and understand the laws...
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It's a requirement in my sector to have gdpr training
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I like that they recognize the challenges, and even see it as a way forward.
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I have experienced scope creep, with a disinterested colleague.
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Project -Self build container home.
Phase 1 - Successful.
Foundation, welding, insulation, floor, windows and doors, plumbing.
Phase 2- Partially completed.
Electrics and internal wall installation (Delayed due to covid 19)
The beginning of this self build was successful within the time frame and finance allocated.
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Hi everyone, I am Tracy. I am participating in these courses, with the aim of re-directing my career, and maybe even leaving myself with the option to enter into another sector (scary). Practically I am quite good, with management skills great at leadership, but on paper not as good, so I will be looking to everyone for some support here. Happy learning!
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@SheonaGilmour Thank you!
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I am more in agreement that surprised by anything that he has said. I think we just need to observe and build on what we have observed, we can always go back on an observation and see if the child has progressed. Taking note of their understanding of the words they are using, how their language is expanding. What they are recognizing in English also.
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I found the children to be quiet firstly, and then I would notice snippets of their own language through play and gradually I would notice them using more English.
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I have had children in my care who were learning English as a second language. I felt that it was important to be able to share their first language, within the setting also. This meant that I tried to learn words for certain toys, that they played with in their language while also stating what it was in English. Parental involvement was a key source in...
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Parents know their child, and often interests that emerge come from home and or are brought to the home by the child. This helps to ensure that the child is been challenged in the right way and that the parents are also promoting the child's interests, and developments outside of the setting, while you can also encourage their home interests within the...
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No I wasn't surprised by anything said. I wouldn't say my understanding has changed in regards to assessments. I think it is vital that practitioners and parents share information about the child, this allows us to have a common understanding, of achievements and behaviour both within and outside of the setting.
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Just before we left, a child was interested in rainbows, so we were doing lots of reading and weather experiments, and one day, she was talking about rainbows and told me that it was a "fraction of light!" These were not words that I was using with the child, so I was initially surprised, but it was what I would call a magic moment and the child seemed to...
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This is something that we do on a weekly basis, and we compile it into an observation for parents to look at the end of the month, this also fits in with our weekly planners, which are done based on the children's interests, with the children's participation and include activities which we will invite the children to take part in, throughout the week.
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It is important to celebrate children's achievements as a form of encouragement.
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In the early years sector I think this is something that is built into us and now happens very naturally. I always take time to observe each child, and play with each child. We are play based and this is a tool that we need to be able to use successfully to build on the children's learning and therefore planning.
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I personally think children should not be categorized by a test. Each person as an individual has their own unique strengths, and learning styles. What one person can do on paper does not necessarily mean that they will be good practically and vice versa. We can simply measure a child's progress by observing them and helping them to develop area's that they...
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I think observing children and keeping observations on each child is a great way to keep up with their learning, and can help you reflect on what you can introduce to their play to enhance and provide challenges for them. This is a great tool for when you need to encourage an area of development.
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I agree with this and I also think that by valuing you other cultures and embracing additional needs within a setting for example is a great way to enhance children's learning and understanding. Children feel valued, welcomed and a sense of belonging. Children need to be valued as individuals.
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I like the Reggio Emilia approach, I think every setting should have an element of this. I feel we are so over regulated that we don't take the opportunities to try out varying different styles. Forest schools also have a great set up. I think my wish list would be to take on a full Reggio Emilia approach. More space, more freedom.
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A strong partnership between families and early years settings, allows you to be completely in tune with the child, as the family will feel that they can communicate with you and therefore will inform you of any changes within the home that you may not be aware of and which could impact the child within the setting also. This makes for a consistent and...
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As a key worker, I think it is vital that there is links and open communication with parents and the child. It is allowing everyone to bond together.
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This is obviously part of their routine, the children know what is happening. Their educator is happy. She is also providing praise, along side physical contact. I would think that these children enjoy their English classes, they are fun, up beat, and full of experiences. These experiences and memories will have a long term effect on these children, and will...
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I think a key person's role is important. For the child, is provides consistency, safety, acceptance, a sense of belonging. They have someone they can rely on. I think this is a vital part to any setting especially when welcoming in a new family. This is also key for parent/carers. They know whom is looking after their child, they know whom to contact if they...
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Yes we have key people in our wobbler room. The key worker system is useful in many ways.
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A lot of people said their teacher, wow. It was definitely my family, and I would still feel like this today.
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If a child feels happy and safe in their environment they are more likely to try new things, even things, that might seems scary to them. I had a child transition from the wobbler room into the toddler, room and I thought she was sensory. However after a few weeks, she began to paint, play in the seaweed, and that was through building a relationship with the...
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I think a positive relationship is a one where a child feels welcome, knows you, and knows you understand them, that no matter what they are accepted. If a child feels safe with you that is positive. An enabling environment is one in which the child feels welcome, accepted, loved, and can access what they need and what they want to learn, through play, an...
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I did go to pre-school and I remember it fondly. The educators were local and I still see them from time to time, and it can embarrassing if you meet one of them in the pub as they tend to sing what was apparently my favourite song, when I was in pre-school. I think there was a connection as I can remember it been fun and we used to walk down to the pre-school...
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Some very useful resources here.
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All the activities that I would plan throughout the day are based on the children's interests. This could be a shared interests or individual interests which other children may participate in if they want too.
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Our setting is a play based learning setting, which promotes the interests of the child. It gets very interesting when you see children begin to engage in one persons interests and build upon it. For example we had a box some of the children wanted the box to be a house and some wanted it for painting and drawing on and another child wanted to turn it into a...
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I didn't think about memory or turn taking, and I also didn't take pronunciation into account.
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gross motor skills, spacial awareness, listening skills, following instructions, recognizing animals and their sounds. This activity would have a positive effect on emotions as it would be releasing dopamine and serotonin levels within the children.
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She is emphasizing her words, and giving examples! "Wet" She is constantly taking and keeping the children engaged she is a happy tone to her voice. She is recognizing the animals and even sounds that they make.
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Painting activity. You can introduce the materials. Such as emphasizing the materials that you are using, this is a paintbrush. Paintbrush. Musical instruments are a fantastic resource for sound recognition and patterns. Again engaging with the children, through singing songs, encouraging them to speak about the instrument they are using, asking question, what...
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I think the adults role is providing learning opportunities through enhancing a child's play, rather then interrupting it, or taking it over, which we often see happen. I think the adults when a child is learning English as extremely important, as we need to ensure that we emphasizing words, for the children during their activities. We need to be actively...
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I agree with everything Catherine had to say.
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Through these activities children may develop language through engaging with peers or carers through explaining what they are doing, asking for help. The activities were all activities in which the children had to actively engage in.
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Teaching a child who's second language is English is a very interesting process. Similar to the above video it is all about finding something they are interested in and engaging them. I find books incredibly useful for this and even flashcards. Matching games can also be useful.
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I have prepared myself for my return to work, using the action plan, in regards to what activities I will be encouraging the children to take part in upon our return.
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My plan is to share this information with parent, children and educators within my setting.
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Antibiotic resistance was my key learning point this week. I found this incredibly interesting.
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1. I think that we need to provide more information in regards to antibitotics.
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Before this, I would have promoted hygiene more then anything else, hand washing and been vigilant towards cross contamination. I will however implement the activities on e-bug with the children 4+years
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I haven't as of yet.
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I never considered the possibility of becoming immune to antibiotics
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I will encourage proper use and share information regarding this within my setting, and I will encourage and share information in regards to hygiene
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Yes in my area, and even within my setting children tend to be sent. This if course not encouraged, and in some cases, children are refused entry and sent home.
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I do believe people can be misinformed however I also feel that people's choices should be respected. In ensuring they are getting the right information and that the information they are receiving is from a viable source is of the upmost importance however that is often not a factor in changing someones beliefs or minds regarding their decision making...
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Yes I feel that this is something that could be discussed and should be discussed. In terms of vaccinations, although I still think this should be discussed, a lot of people have mixed views in regards to vaccinations.
