October, 2015
Introduction
If you want to understand today, you have to search yesterday. -Pearl Buck
Nursery school is one of todays answers to the search for a good
environment for young children. It is essential that the school is
convenient and pleasing to the eyes of a child, the atmosphere and also
the place wherein the child is comfortable because as the saying goes
First impression last. The nursery school will help the child develop
their abilities and also enhance their capabilities in doing things.
According to Froebel (1782 1852), education was based on four
major principles: free self-expression, creativity, social participation and
motor expression. He started focusing on the needs of children before
entering school. He foresaw a place where 4 to 6 year old children would
be nurtured and protected from outside influences developing the childs
holistic and wholeness of being a child.
A nursery school is not just about how the child learns how to read
and write, but also develops their social attitude towards other child.
They enjoy opportunities to have initiative, make friends, experience a
of
starting it.
College
of
Human
Ecology
Early Childhood
Vision
Mission
Goals
Objectives
College of Human
Ecology Early
Childhood
Development Center
The Graduates
Contributions
(College of Human Ecology,
University and Society
The nursery center aims to provide a learning environment that is
secure yet extending, happy yet challenging which develops every child a
passion for enthusiasm for learning. Furthermore, the nursery center
also provide a learning environment that values active play, exploration,
cooperation, communication, the raising of questions and the unique
character of all individual developing the nursery children in body, mind
and spirit.
College of Human Ecology Early Childhood Development Center
provides an environment that is exciting, interesting and supportive to
the pupils where nursery children can discover that they are important
and at the same time, realizes that learning can be fun. The nursery
development center acknowledges the diversity of the pupils as well as
recognizes and accepts uniqueness of each child, to create initial school
experience where the nursery children can comfortably and freely explore
their environment to permit development in ways which are natural for
every child. The center encourages children to have choice with
differentiated activities matched to their identified next steps of learning,
both using indoor and outdoor opportunities. Moreover, the nursery
center has an insight that every pupil deserves the best possible start in
life to support and fulfill their potential. Furthermore, it provides a
warm, loving and stimulating environment which will promote all areas of
the pupils development.
In addition, the nursery school does not just focus on play to
develop socialization but it also helps in guiding the students in
establishing a solid foundation in exploring and learning about
materials, the usefulness of language like English as a medium of
instruction, relationship towards other children, gaining competence,
self-expression and having good adult models and guides.
Chapter 2
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
principles
which
is
creativity,
social
participation,
motion
expression and free self-expression of which the four things are the ones
we used in life. In life, we create our own experience and with that, we
learn.
Experiences shape us of how did we become what we are today.
Early Childhood Education cases are mostly based upon observations
which are psychologically relieve.
This chapter will include literatures and conducted studies related
to Early Childhood Education to give a better understanding of the
the
start
of
the
establishment
of
nursery
schools
and
and
psychologists.
Plato,
one
of
the
worlds
greatest
Furthermore,
skills that most children can achieve when provided with the kinds of
interactions, instructions and environments. Also, research has shown to
promote early learning and development. And provide early childhood
education, parents and the public with a clear understand of the wide
range knowledge and skills that preschool children typically attain.
(Sacramento, A. 2008).
REVIEW OF RELATED STUDIES
Age of Admission
A topic that bothers the Early Childhood Education is the age of
admission. Thus, a study was conducted to identify the preferred age of
admission. In most European countries and world-wide, 6 years old is
the compulsory age for admitting a child in a school. However, in the
United Kingdom (henceforth UK) as early as five years old, parents do
their best to send their kids to school. In some areas of the UK, at age 4
parents are starting to send their children to school (Sharp. C, 2002). At
present, even as early as 3 years old, parents are sending their children
to school for play and socialization. In this way, children will develop
social, physical, emotional and intellectual being and for best results,
holistically.
learning
involvement
with the
child
without
deviating or
only
are
these
sophisticated
socio-political
constructs
relate
themselves
with
the
environment
they
are
into.
(http://earlychildhoodhistory.weebly.com/the-nursery-school.html)
each leraning thus making them learn without deviating their own
beliefs, culture and lifestyle.
Chapter 3
METHODOLOGY
Research Design
everything in the educational system of CHE nursery for the essential for
all the students to do successfully at the end of their learning
experience. This is made up of knowledge, understanding, skills and
attitudes that students should acquire to make them reach their full
potential and lead fulfilling lives as individuals in the community and at
work.
Research Participant
Of course, every institution has its own founder and manager in its
early years. The focal person of the said College of Human Ecology Early
Childhood Development program is Dr. Nerissa A. Macarayan, a former
dean of the College of Home Economics at Central Mindanao University.
Research Environment
and outdoors. It has a size that can occupy more than 40 students
enrolled since the class is divided into two. All furniture, toys and other
materials are kept clean, well maintained and in good repair. The
materials also are properly checked to ensure the safety of the children
enrolled. Moreover, all materials used are chosen with care, and risk
assessments carried out before these materials are obtained. The
nursery has materials and resources suitable for all children currently in
attendance. The nursery has an environment and resources that reflects
with positive images with regard to culture, ethnicity, gender, and
disability. The nursery center has play equipment and resources that
promote continuity and progression, it provides sufficient challenge and
meet the needs and interests of all children. The selection includes made,
natural and recycled materials that are in good condition, safe to use and
interests and stimulate nursery children. Furniture is provided which are
suitable for children.
centers privacy and see to it that the nursery has a space that would let
the pupil enjoy their stay at the school. The classroom is concrete and
has long and wide windows for proper ventilation. It has a proper lighting
will not have a hard time doing their activity work especially when the
weather is gloomy. The chairs and tables were constructed based on the
pupils stature so they can comfortably sit and write on it. Moreover,
there is an establishment near the nursery center where they can buy
some foods if they want to eat something. It also has a study area where
the parents and the nannies of the children can wait comfortably until
the class ended. There are also faucets and sink that are located near the
nursery center so the children can easily wash their hands if needed. It
also has a wide space to park in if the pupils are fetched. The nursery
center is located near in both the college library and university library
where they can access the WiFi if needed especially for technological
needs. There is also a College Hall near the nursery center provided by
the College of Human Ecology where they can use if there are occasions
like graduation or closing ceremony. There are also enough comfort
rooms to be used if needed. Beside the classroom are the trees that help
in giving a fresh air to the pupils. Generally, the nursery center has an
environment that is inviting, interesting, stimulating and at the same
time enjoyable that will help the pupils learn, develop and do better in
school.
Research Instrument
BIO-DATA
Name
Nerissa Almiraez-Macarayan
Birthdate
Birthplace
Married to
Educational Attainment:
Work Experiences
1. Classroom Teacher
Employee
Inclusive Date
DECS, Masbate
2. Instructor III
3. Instructor IV
Central Mindanao
January 4, 1978
University
Central Mindanao
University
4. Assistant Professor II
5. Assistant Professor IV
7. Assistant Professor VI
July 1, 1984 to
University
Central Mindanao
January 1, 1988
University
Central Mindanao
July 1, 1989 to
University
Central Mindanao
Central Mindanao
University
9. Professor VI
Central Mindanao
University
8. Professor III
Nov. 3, 1979 to
Central Mindanao
University
January 1, 1993
to 2001
March 2002 to
2007
March 2008 to
Present
Administrative Experiences
1. Chairman
Department of H.E.
Education
1980 1983
2. YCAP Coordinator
College of Home
1977 1980
Economics, CMU
3. Member, University
Central Mindanao
Curriculum Committee
University
1996 - Present
4. Director, Human
Development Center
1994 - 1995
5. Dean
College of Home
Economics
1994 - 1996
7. Member
1998 - Present
Committee
8. Auditor
INDEF, CMU
9. Executive Secretary
10.
Chairman
PBAC
University NBC 461
11.
Faculty Evaluation,CMU
Member,USAC
1999 Present
1998 2003
2001 2003
2000 - Present
(University Scholarship
and Awards Committee)
12.
Member
13.
OIC VPA
14.
OIC
Central Mindanao
2004
15.
OIC Dean
Central Mindanao
Graduate School
University
2008 - 2009
16.
Consultant for
CMU Indigenous Office 2009 - 2010
Livelihood Projects
(H.E. and Nutrition)
Division Competitive
Graduates of
Examination (BSEE-H.E.)
DECS Masbate
1965
2. Model Home
DECS, Masbate
Economics Teacher
and Division Home
Economics Demonstrator
1965 to1976
3. Proficiency in
Work Education
DECS, Masbate
1979
4. Magna Carta
Scholarship
MECS, Masbate
1974 - 1975
5. Scholar
Volunteer Management
Baguio City
6. National Awardee as
MECS
Outstanding YCAP
Coordinator for Public
Understanding of Science,
Technology and Environment
7. Scholar
Summer 1978
May 1978
Summer 1979
8. Ten Outstanding
MECS, Region X
Youth Service Awardee
For YCAP Service
May 1979
9. Travel Grantee to
MECS & MOT
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
& Singapore for Youth Conference
September 1979
10.
20 years
CSC, Cagayan de Oro
Satisfactory Government
Service Award
1986
11.
CMU Scholar
12.
College Scholar
13.
University
Scholar
14.
College of Home
U.P.
Diliman
1992
Economics Inc.
Scholarship Award
15.
Presidential
U.P. Diliman
Scholarship Award
1993-1994
16.
Wenceslao
U.P. Diliman
Pangan Foundation
Scholarship
1993
17.
Gold Medal
U.P. Diliman
Awardee as
Cum Laude for Ph. D. Degree
1994
18.
30 Years
Satisfactory
Government
1995
CSC, CMU
Service Award
19.
Outstanding
Teacher of
the Year
20.
Civil Service
21.
Service Award
2014
VP Research
and Extension
1978
CHE, CMU
1976
1979
4. Conducted action
CHE, CMU
Researches on problems
of students teachers during
on-campus and off-campus
1980
5. Experimental Study
On the Possibility of
U.P. Diliman
1980
(Funded by PTR/Researcher)
1991
7. Private Preschools
U.P. Diliman (Researcher)
in Cubao and Diliman,
Quezon City: An Analysis
1992
8. Study of Difficult
U.P. Diliman (Researcher)
Home Economics Terms
in Filipino in the Elementary
and Secondary Levels
1993
1994
10.
Outstanding
CHODHHEP Research
Values of
Coordinator for Region X
Filipino Family
(Funded by CODHHEP)
in the Mindanao
1995
11.
Impact of Milk
Don Carlos Elementary
1997
Feeding Program Schools, Don Carlos, Bukidnon
on the Academic
Achievement of Children
12.
Nutritional
CHE, Tearoom
Index of Snacks
and Meals
at the University Tearoom
2000
13.
Professional
CMU
Working Mothers
and Their Childrens
Performance in School:
A Case Study
2001
14.
Outstanding
CODHHEP
Values of the Filipino
Family in the Philippines
1998 - 2000
15.
Overseas Working:
Its Effect among
Families in Bukidnon
2005
CMU
A. Creative:
1. Sa Aming Paglisan
2. Whats a Book
3. Farewell Song
4. The Three Kings
5. To My Alma Mater Dear
6. Portrait of Christmas
7. Harvest Song
8. On Your Graduation Christmas Alphabet
9. What are Parents
10. Sa Aming Pagtatapos
11. Sa Mga Magtatapos
12. Inang Dakila
13. Happy Valentines
B. Popular Education Articles
1. The Valentine Story
1967
1968
1968
1969
1970
1970
1971
1972
1973
1975
1975
1975
1975
2. Development of Concepts
-Modern Teacher 1976
and Generalization In the Conceptual
Approach of Teaching
Home Economics
3. Mga Talatalkdaan sa Pagtuturo ng Sining
-Modern Teacher
Pantahanan sa Ikalima at Ikaanim
1979-1983 Issues
na Baitang
(10 Series)
(by series)
4. Home Economics Education: Is Significance
For the Future
-Modern Teacher
Magazine, 1979
-Modern Teacher
Magazine, 1983
-Modern Teacher
Magazine, 1981 to
1982
-Modern Teacher
Magazine, 1979
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1977
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1977
10.
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1973
11.
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1976
12.
Kahalagahan ng Talakdaan ng
Pagtuturo sa Ikalima at Ikaanim
na Baitang
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1979
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1981
(First to Seventh
Series)
-Modern Teachers
Magazine,Feb.1988
-Modern Teachers
Magazine,
Feb.1988
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Sept.1988
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Feb.1985
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Feb.1985
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Jan.1989
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Nov.1990
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Dec. 1990
23. Wearing Food- Whats Best for the Babies -Modern Teachers
Magazine, Jan. 1991
24. Innovative Home Economics Curriculum:
Its Concern for aging Family Members
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Oct. 1990
-Modern Teachers
Magazine
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Dec.1991
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Oct. 1992
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Aug.1991
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Oct.1992
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Jan. 1993
- The Modern
Teachers
Magazine,
Nov.1993
- The Modern
Teachers
Magazine,
Nov.1994
-The Modern
Teachers
Magazine,
Dec.1992
-The Modern
Teachers
Magazine, March
1994
-The Modern
Teacher
Magazine, June
1994
Home Economics
-The Modern
Teachers
Magazine,
Sept.1994
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, Jan.1995
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, June 1992
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, July 1995
-Modern Teachers
Magazine,
Aug.1995
-Modern Teachers
Magazine,
Nov.1995
-Modern Teachers
Magazine,
Dec.1995
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1996
Spelled Success
- Phil. Home
Economics
Journal1996
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1997
- CMU-CHE 1997
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1998
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1998
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1998
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1998
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1999
-Modern Teachers
Magazine, 1999
-CODHHEP,
Oct. 2001
-Bukidnon Journal,
Dec. 2005
Book Published:
Published Thesis/Dissertation:
1. The Food Culture of the people in a Coastal Barrio of Masbate,
1976- Masteral Thesis. Centro Escolar University.
2. Trifocal Assessment of Home Economics in Government Programs.
Doctoral Dissertation. U.P. Diliman 1994
Extension Activities
1. Founder Human Development Nursery Center for Working
Mother, 1986-present.
2. Speaker-Role of Parents in the Family, DXMU-CMU, 1987.
3. Speaker-Values through Family Solidarity and Stability,
DXMU, 1988.
4. Speaker- DXMU-CHE in the New Millennium, 2001.
5. Speaker- San Isidro Labrador Preschool Graduation 2002: The
6.
7.
8.
9.
Professional Organization
1. Board Member- CODHHEP(Council Of Deans and Heads of
Home Economics in the Philippines Inc. 1995-2000
2. Coordinator for Mindanao CODHHEP, Regional 1995
Present
3. PRO- National Book Development Society Society, Region X.
1998
4. Vice President National Book Development Society, Region X
5. President- National CODHHEP, 2003-2004, Philippines
6. Vice President- CODHHEP, 2006 to Present
Seminars, Workshops, Conference Attended
Nature/Task
1. National CODHHEP
Convention/Seminar
Sponsor
CODHHEP in Coordination
with CHED
2. CODHHEP Annual
Pangasinan State University
Convention Conference
DECS
Date
Nov. 1995
Nov.13-15,
1995
3. National Seminar/Workshop on
CMU
June 2-3,
1997
CMU
July 9,
1996
CMU
Oct. 21-22,
1996
Seminar-Workshop
PAA-CMU
CMU
Jan. 17,
1999
June 13-14,
1996
CMU
Jan. 1997
MPSC
Aug. 29,
1997
Subic Bay
Nov. 23-25,
Olongapo City
1997
CHE-CMU
CHE,CMU
1997-1998
Aug. 19,
1998
15. Seminar-Workshop on
GAD, Univ. Center for Jun. 22-25,
Feminist Research Methodologies
Womens Studies, UP 1999
Jan. 28-29,
1999
Palo, Leyte
May 25-26,
Philological testing
1999
and Guidance Center
CMU
Oct. 4-5,
1999
CMU
Makati City
CMU,CHE
Jun.8-9,
2000
Oct. 12,
2000
Sep. 30Oct. 1, 2000
Feb. 19- 20
2001
CMU
Aug. 30-31,
2001
Ecotech
Lahug, Cebu City
Oct. 22,
2012
27.CODHEND Convention/Seminar/
RACSO Resort
April 18,
Workshop
CMU
Nov. 2003
CMU
May 23,
2003
UP Diliman
May 13-17,
2003
PNU Manila
April 23-25,
2003
Benguet
Nov.2002
PNU Manila
Nov.2001
Cebu
Nov. 2004
Ilo-ilo
Nov.2005
Cebu
Nov.2006
PNU,Manila
March 2007
PNU, Manila
CDO
2009
Jan.12,2010
41. Vice President for Research
and Extension
IBA College of
April 2010
Mindanao ,Valencia City to present
42.PAFTE Convention
2010
CDO
Aug.
43.PAFTE Convention
CDO
Sept. 2010
44.PAFTE Convention
CDO
Oct. 2012
45.PAFTE Convention
CDO
Aug. 2013
46.Dep.Ed Convention
CDO
Aug. 2014
CDO
Nov. 2014
Guide Questions:
1. How did it start?
What motivated you?
Who were with you?
What were your objectives?
2. When did it start?
When was it established?
When was it approved?
Who approved its establishment?
3. Who were there when it started?
Pioneering teacher and students?
4. Who continued the journey?
Teachers from then to now?
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