Rochell Blignaut

• Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors.
• Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications.
• Communication channel between participants and researchers involves providing clear instructions, disseminating pertinent information, and addressing all participant inquiries pertaining to the research.

(Second Semester in ECCEL Lab)

• Received comprehensive training in contemporary methods for assessing and supporting cognitive and emotional development in children through the ECCEL program.
• Contributed to behind-the-scenes research activities within the lab.
• Focused on organizing, coding, entering, and analyzing data related to child development.
• Worked collaboratively with team members to support research endeavors.
• Engaged in reviewing relevant literature to inform and support ongoing research projects within the ECCEL program.

(First Semester in ECCEL Lab)

• Received comprehensive training in contemporary methods for assessing and supporting cognitive and emotional development in children through the ECCEL program.
• Contributed to behind-the-scenes research activities within the lab.
• Focused on organizing, coding, entering, and analyzing data related to child development.
• Worked collaboratively with team members to support research endeavors.
• Engaged in reviewing relevant literature to inform and support ongoing research projects within the ECCEL program.

• Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
• Developed bilingual abilities in English/Afrikaans through immersive conversation and activities.
• Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
• Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
• Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading and crafts.
• Assisted with housework such as laundry and cooking.

• Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
• Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
• Developed strong bonds with host family members resulting in lasting relationships beyond contract term.
• Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home by demonstrating flexibility adaptability when faced with unexpected changes or challenges.
• Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
• Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Politicized Consumerism as social Identity: Awakening to the Politics of Consumption

Belmiro, J., Hyers, L., & Blignaut, R. (2024, Under Review). Gender and politics of consumption, Association for Women in Psychology, Online.

Labyrinth in Higher Education

Hyers, L., Nagle, T., Blignaut, R., Hoffer-Collins, M., & Rehm, A. (2024, Under Review). Outdoor pathways to inner peace: A qualitative investigation of contemplative labyrinth walking. International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry, Urbana, IL

REFERENCES

Dr. Eleanor Brown ebrown@wcupa.edu, 610-436-3153

Dr. Lauri Hyers LHyers@wcupa.edu, 610-436-2925