Teachers here in the United States are not the only educators that are facing unrealistic measures enforced by the school systems. What I found interesting is the American School in Riyah is NAEYC accredited and its a school ran by the US.
Mar and I have built an on-going relationship. We are friends on facebook and have learned much more about one another that our connection through early childhood development. I don't consider this a consequence but a blessing to learn more about another countries systems and to build a friendship.
Mar stated this statement is what she instills in the children in her classroom. She has worked and lived in a country that deals with poverty. She loves and works diligently for the children.
My goal is to continue discussions in regards to early childhood development. I want to share the knowledge that I have acquired during my career and education. Play is taken out the classrooms at the American School. I was to encourage Mar to include play whenever she has the opportunity with her students.
I am so glad you were able to establish a relationship with an international contact. It is quite interesting to compare the similarities and differences between different nations and their approaches to common goals, such as high quality early childhood education. Thanks so much for sharing what you have learned!
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