A quote that you find inspirational regarding the role that advocacy can have in the lives of young children and their families. Then, post responses to the following:
"Children are our most valuable resource."
Herbert Hoover, 31st U.S. president
I picked this quote because it reminds me of the reason I am advocating for mathematics literacy. The world is very competitive, United States is falling behind with technology and children are the only way to make sure we are prepared.
•What inspires and excites you most about your advocacy plan and being an advocate?
I am most excited about the new knowledge I have gained from this advocacy topic. When I begin I did not know what it was and much about it. After doing research I learned a lot and it was completely opposite if what I thought it was. I learned new terms and It inspired me to want to know more and to enlighten my fellow educators, parents and administrators.
•What challenges and/or anxieties do you feel related to engaging in the advocacy efforts you have targeted?
I feel my greatest challenge is fully explaining the definition of mathematics literacy. Most people understand it to be mathematics and others assume it has something to do literacy. I read the comments of my colleagues and some believe it is mathematics and others believe it has something to do with literacy. However, mathematics literacy understands how mathematics affects everyday life. In particular children’s understanding that mathematics is a part of every aspect of their life.
•What do you believe will be most effective in helping you overcome any challenging emotions you may be feeling with regard to presenting and implementing your Advocacy Action Plan?
I believe presenting a presentation and fact sheet about mathematics literacy will help me overcome these challenges I am facing. I am feeling no emotions about my advocacy plan.
•How can you encourage others in their advocacy efforts, and how can others encourage you?
I can encourage others to recognize opportunities to use mathematics terminology and concepts as the child is doing daily activities and keep a video journal of these opportunities.
Your topic sounds very interesting. I know that most children are not too fond of math and maybe your plan will help change that! I was wondering who you will include in your presentation? Do you feel you will have anyone oppose you?
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I will include the center director, other educators and parents in my presentation. I think the director might oppose because it would require some changes to the program.
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