This paper contains the most important information about a mission statement in day care centers and a personal statement on the two questions "Does it make sense if the mission statement is already given by the responsible body?" and "What speaks for or against an external consultant in the creation of a mission statement?".
At the beginning, an illustration is presented in which the different forms of daycare center work are described and the term mission statement is classified.
This is followed by an explanation of the term "mission statement" in relation to daycare centers and a presentation of the framework conditions for creating one and the benefits of doing so.
This is followed by the presentation of two methods for creating a mission statement, with which it is possible to work out and visualize the values of a team. These are exemplarily the water lily model and the value profile according to Steven Reiss.
This is followed by the process of creating a mission statement. Here, general information is given on how to carry it out, structuring aids for formulating it, and methodological suggestions on how to implement the mission statement.
The last chapter deals with the question "Does it make sense if the mission statement is already given by the executing agency?" and the question "What speaks for or against an external consultant in the creation of a mission statement?" Both questions are considered independently of each other and a separate conclusion has been drawn for each question.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. A mission statement
2.1 What is necessary to create a mission statement
2.2 Functions of a mission statement
2.3 Reasons for a mission statement development
3. Methods for creating a mission statement
3.1 The water lily model
3.1.1 The use of the water lily model
3.2 The value profile of Steven Reiss
3.2.1 The use of the value profile
4. Process of creating a mission statement
4.1 Structuring of the mission statement
4.2 Implementation
5. Conclusion
5.1 "Does it make sense if the mission statement is already specified by the carrier?"
5.2 "What speaks for or against an external consultant in the creation of a mission statement?"
6. Bibliography
Objectives and Topics
This paper explores the essential role and development of mission statements in daycare centers, focusing on how teams can define their pedagogical identity, values, and goals. It addresses the practical implementation of these concepts and examines strategic questions regarding institutional autonomy and the use of external moderation during the development process.
- Methodological approaches to defining daycare values and team profiles.
- The practical process of structuring and implementing a mission statement.
- The impact of institutional specifications on local team autonomy.
- The role and necessity of external consultants in organizational development.
- The integration of employee, parent, and institutional interests.
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3.1 The water lily model
The water lily model is a pictorial representation of a water lily, consisting of leaf and flower, the stem and the roots.
"It explains the interaction of behavior, attitudes, values and environmental conditions and thus enables a better understanding of our behavior" (Fialka 2009, p. 7).
Leaf and flower represent our behavior and our procedures. With our behaviors, we are perceived by others and act on them. Our behavior is easily changeable as long as it is in line with our values.
The stem of the water lily stands for attitude, attitude, pedagogical understanding, relationship, understanding of roles, unspoken rules, understanding of leadership and taboo topics. These are not visible to the environment, but can be suspected and de developed from our behavior and what is said.
The roots stand for the individual values, the image of man and the worldview, the motto and the concept of life. These can be combined into a core of values that we carry in us. This core determines our actions in different situations, is firmly anchored in us and difficult to access or change.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: The paper introduces the importance of mission statements in daycare centers and outlines the central research questions regarding carrier-specified goals and the role of consultants.
2. A mission statement: This chapter defines the mission statement as the core of daycare culture, explaining its functions and the necessary framework for its development.
3. Methods for creating a mission statement: Two primary methods, the Water Lily model and Steven Reiss's Value Profile, are presented as tools to identify and visualize individual and team values.
4. Process of creating a mission statement: This section provides a practical guide on how to structure, formulate, and sustainably implement a mission statement within a team.
5. Conclusion: The author concludes the paper by discussing the influence of the carrier on mission statements and providing recommendations for when to engage an external consultant.
6. Bibliography: A list of academic sources and literature used to support the development of the provided insights.
Keywords
Mission statement, Daycare center, Pedagogical work, Team development, Water lily model, Value profile, Steven Reiss, Quality management, Educational focus, External consultant, Institutional values, Organizational development, Team conflict, Implementation, Carrier policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this work?
The work focuses on the development, importance, and implementation of mission statements within the specific context of daycare centers.
What are the core topics covered in the text?
The text covers the definition of a mission statement, specific methodologies like the Water Lily model, the value profile by Steven Reiss, and the logistical process of drafting and living these principles in a team.
What is the ultimate goal or research question of this study?
The study aims to explore how daycare teams can successfully formulate a mission statement while answering two specific questions: the influence of carrier-specified guidelines and the pros and cons of using external consultants.
Which scientific methods are employed?
The paper utilizes qualitative methodological frameworks, specifically analyzing organizational development tools such as the Water Lily model and Steven Reiss’s value profile to identify team values.
What does the main body of the work address?
The main body addresses the theoretical understanding of mission statements, compares two specific analytical models, and provides a structural guide for the creation and implementation process.
Which keywords characterize this publication?
Key terms include mission statement, daycare center, team development, Water lily model, Value profile, quality management, and pedagogical approach.
How does the Water Lily model facilitate team value identification?
It acts as a metaphor to bridge observable behaviors (leaf/flower) with deeper values (roots), helping teams reflect on their attitudes and motives in everyday situations.
When does the author recommend hiring an external consultant?
An external consultant is recommended specifically when there are hardened conflicts within the team or when the organization requires an objective, external perspective to prevent management-related role conflicts.
- Citar trabajo
- Katrin de Beyer (Autor), 2015, Creating a mission statement in child day care centers, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1190301
