When I think of Research

This course has truly tested me! Learning the research process was rewarding and exciting. I feel like there is so much more to learn on this subject. Last week  I called my best friend's daughter( who happens to be a librarian), to see if she could locate any good books on mixed methods, qualitative  and quantitative research designs. I do not want to stop here(last day of class). Now let me make something clear. Through this course and all of the assignments, I know for certain, atleast at this time in my life, I am not going to be conducting any research studies; however, I will continue to utilize all of the prior research findings on early childhood education, to be the best early childhood teacher, and avocate I can be. I learned research takes lots of strategic planning. The process range from choosing a topic, to research ethics. I also learned how important it is to choose the right research approach( qualitative, quantitative, and mix methods). Research studies can be completed in a short period of time, or a very long period of time.  I have a greater respect and appreciation for those who have invested so much time, money, and energy, in conducting research, related to the field of early education. I would like to thank our instructor( Dr. Pickens), all of our colleagues, and those who have invested in the field early education, and committed their lives for the cause of those, who can't always defend themselves( young citizens). 

Good luck,
Magretta