This book deals with the behavior of pedagogical professionals in day-care centers towards the children they look after there. Against the background of equal opportunities, the study looks in particular at evaluating aspects in connection with the social background of the children, since the social status in Germany still has a considerable influence on educational success.
So far, there has been little research into how equal opportunities are implemented in day-care centers and kindergartens. This book aims to provide information about this. It is examined whether all children in a group within the day care center have the same access to possibilities and chances, or whether this is prevented by the judgmental behavior of the educational staff.
This study is based on the assumption that discriminatory and disadvantageous behavior can also be transferred to educators in kindergartens and day care centers. There is an assumption that questioning one's own objectivity in attitude and behavior is often considered difficult.
From the content:
- Equal opportunities;
- Discrimination;
- Behavior;
- Ideas;
- Ratings
Table of Contents
Introduction
1 Thematic limitation and state of research
1.1 Requirements of day-care facilities with regard to social inequalities
1.2 Pedagogical staff
1.2.1 Definition of professionalism
1.3 The implementation of professionalism in practice
1.3.1 Settings
2 Central question and objective
3 Methodical approach
3.1 Choice of methods
3.1.1 Participant observation
3.1.2 Documentary method
4 Results
4.1 Educator 1
4.1.1 Topic "Sitting on your lap"
4.1.2 Topic "Assistance with going to the toilet"
4.1.3 Conclusion
4.2 Educator 2
4.2.1 Topic "Dealing with social origin"
4.2.2 Conclusion
5 Outlook
5.1 Scope and limitations of the method
5.2 Reflection of the investigation
5.3 Conclusion
Research Objectives & Topics
The research examines whether children in a daycare group have equal access to opportunities or if their experiences are shaped and potentially limited by the evaluative behavior of pedagogical staff.
- Equal opportunities in early childhood education
- Discriminatory behavioral patterns of pedagogical professionals
- The impact of professional attitude and self-reflection on pedagogical action
- Social inequality and the influence of family background on child development
- Methodological analysis of interaction in daycare centers
Excerpt from the Book
Subsequence: "No room on your lap"
In this sub-scene, it is first noticeable that child 1 is repeatedly sitting on the lap of educator 2. This would be the third time in three scenes that have been covered in this work so far. It is very noticeable that in almost all observed scenes, which can be summarized under the main theme "lap", child 1 almost always plays a role. Through this circumstance, the previously mentioned, observed fixation of educator 1 on named child can continue to be substantiated. The first essential question that the reader asks himself in this scene sequence is why the crying child 2 is not allowed on the lap of educator 1. First, the previous scenes proved that two children fit on the lap of Educator 1 at once. Secondly, it can be seen that child 2 is not doing well. Since Educator 1 is the one who looked after child 2 during her acclimatization and represents a caregiver for her, it seems logical that child 2 is looking for the proximity of educator 1 in her mood. Even if the claim that there was no more space on the lap in question were correct, she could, for example, have invited the child to sit close to her. Educator 1 could also have gotten up to calm and comfort the child so that he could stop crying and find a place.
Summary of Chapters
1 Thematic limitation and state of research: This chapter reviews the educational landscape and the role of daycare centers in promoting equal opportunities, highlighting the importance of pedagogical professionalism.
2 Central question and objective: The study defines its core research question regarding the impact of pedagogical behavior on children's access to opportunities.
3 Methodical approach: This section explains the use of participant observation and the documentary method to analyze pedagogical interactions.
4 Results: This chapter presents and interprets observed interactions with specific educators, revealing patterns of fixation, arbitrary behavior, and discriminatory practices.
5 Outlook: The study concludes that equal opportunities are not fully realized and suggests a greater need for self-reflection and systemic changes in educator training.
Keywords
Equal opportunity, discrimination, behavior, pedagogical staff, social inequality, professionalization, documentary method, participant observation, diversity, self-reflection, educational equity, daycare, socialization, childhood education, prejudice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research investigates how the behavior of pedagogical staff in daycare centers affects children's access to equal opportunities.
Which central themes are explored in the work?
Key themes include the impact of professional attitudes, the existence of discriminatory interaction patterns, and the role of social origin in pedagogical evaluations.
What is the primary research question?
The research asks: "Do all children have equal access to opportunities or is this limited by the behaviour shaped by the evaluations of the pedagogical staff?"
Which methodology is applied?
The study utilizes a qualitative approach, specifically employing participant observation and the documentary method for data analysis.
What is covered in the main section?
The main section analyzes concrete interaction scenes involving different educators and children, focusing on issues like physical contact, toilet assistance, and admonitions.
Which keywords best describe the study?
Core keywords include equal opportunity, discrimination, behavior, pedagogical staff, and social inequality.
How does the educator's fixation on specific children affect the group?
The study indicates that fixation on certain children leads to power imbalances and arbitrary treatment, causing other children to feel unfairly treated or excluded.
What role does social origin play in the educator's perception?
The findings suggest that educators often evaluate a child's abilities based on their parents' social status, leading to negative stereotypes for children from migrant or socially disadvantaged backgrounds.
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- Laura Knieriem (Autor), 2017, The behaviour of professionals towards children in day-care centres, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1181401
