Education week 5 Assignment
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ECD345_Week5Sampleupdated9-10-21.pptxSusan Student
ECD 345: Family Systems and Community Resources
Professor Smith
October 26, 2019
Family and Community Presentation
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Introduction
Topics of Discussion
Theories that guide my work with families
Parenting styles and how they impact children
Changing family structures
Role of culture in discipline
Role of culture and family structure in a child’s learning and development
Role of families and communities
Family and community programs
The student has listed the major topics that will be discussed to guide the audience.
Theories
Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory
To understand and support child development, the environmental influences surrounding the child must be considered, such as home, school, community, and government policies (Ormrod, 2012).
Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory
To understand and support child development, there must be an emphasis on the impact of social interaction and culture (Ormrod, 2012)
Both focus on the importance of family and connections. In order to support each child, I must understand their background and influences.
Alignment with Early Intervention – Both Theories Emphasize Family and Relationships
Development and learning are enhanced through relationships and positive experiences early in life (National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center [NECTAC], 2011)
Early intervention “can change a child’s developmental trajectory and improve outcomes for children, families, and communities” (NECTAC, 2011, p. 1).
Include 2 specific theories.
Parenting Styles
Authoritarian
Parents enforce strict rules and may use physical punishment (Wardle & Fitzpatrick, 2016).
According to Wardle and Fitzpatrick (2016), children might:
Be obedient
Unhappy
Rebel
How to Build Successful Relationships
Admit when you’re wrong (Gilles, 2015).
Apologize when you’ve made a mistake (Gilles, 2015).
This student has used one slide per parenting style.
Parenting Styles
Permissive
Parents are warm with the child, make demands but do not follow through (Wardle & Fitzpatrick, 2016).
According to Wardle and Fitzpatrick (2016), children might:
Be unhappy
Be unpopular
Struggle with self-control
How to Build Successful Relationships
Set expectations for behavior (Gilles, 2015).
Set boundaries and explain them (Gilles, 2015).
Throughout your presentation, cite your sources in APA style.
Parenting Styles
Uninvolved/Neglectful
Parents provide little supervision; are not involved with the child (Wardle & Fitzpatrick, 2016).
According to Wardle and Fitzpatrick (2016), children might:
Be angry or defiant
Struggle socially and academically
Engage in illegal behavior
How to Build Successful Relationships
Set a goal and work toward it together (Gilles, 2015).
Encourage sharing; model sharing your own emotions (Gilles, 2015).
Parenting Styles
Authoritative
Parents are warm, have high expectations, but negotiate (Wardle & Fitzpatrick, 2016)
According to Wardle and Fitzpatrick (2016), children might:
Be happy and successful
Be liked
Be responsible
How to Build Successful Relationships
Set clear expectations with clear consequences (Gordon & Loy, 2013).
Compromise when possible and reasonable (Gordon & Loy, 2013).
Family Structure Changes
Increase in divorce, remarriage, and cohabitation
In 1960, 73% of families had two parents in their first marriage, compared to only 46% in 2014 (Pew Research Center, 2015).
Increase in single-parent households
In 1960, only 9% of children lived in a single-parent household; today, 26% of children live in single-parent households (Pew Research Center, 2015).
Family structures can influence a child’s learning, mental wellbeing, and development (KidsMatter, n.d.).
Include 2 specific trends in family structure changes.
Role of Culture in Discipline
Cultural differences can determine if discipline is focused on kids developing independence or interdependence (Ontai & Mastergeorge, n.d.).
Independence = Focus on child reflecting on behavior (Ontai & Mastergeorge, n.d.)
Interdependence = Focus on child learning respect (Ontai & Mastergeorge, n.d.)
Making culturally sensitive decisions about discipline
I will learn about the goals you have for your child’s behavior;
I will discuss your preferences and cultural perspectives about discipline (Ontai & Mastergeorge, n.d.)
Culture and Family Structure
A child’s family structure can influence them behaviorally, socially, and academically (Wardle & Fitzpatrick, 2016).
A child’s culture will influence how they view the world (Bowman, as cited in Wardle, 2013).
Children become aware of prejudicial beliefs and ideas, which can impact them socially and emotionally, but also impact their learning (KidsMatter, n.d.).
Supporting Learning and Development
Be flexible and communicate clearly to develop relationships that can support a child’s social and emotional health (KidsMatter, n.d.).
Discuss parenting differences to avoid misunderstandings and confusion, but also to increase respect between educators and families (KidsMatter, n.d.).
Families and Communities
Epstein’s Spheres of Influence
Schools, families, and communities are overlapping spheres focused on child success (Vance, 2015)
Strong partnerships result in:
Increased academic success (Galindo & Sheldon, 2012)
Thriving communities (Auerbach, 2010)
Improved behavior and attendance (Tschannen-Moran, 2014)
Increased teacher efficacy (Haines, McCart, & Turnbull, 2013)
When we all work together, families, teachers, communities, and our children all benefit. To do this, we must communicate with one another, value diversity, and include everyone.
Include Epstein’s theory.
Family and Community programs
Huntingdon County Child and Adult Development Corporation
Found the resource by contacting my local Children and Youth agency for recommended programs
Many specific programs are free and open to anyone in the county, including:
Adult Basic Education
Family Literacy
Other programs would require applications and possible fees, including child care.
Recommended because:
Basic Education courses and the Family Literacy program can help families learn skills to support children with schoolwork, but also to develop skills necessary to build their own confidence and resume.
More info: https://www.hccadc.org/
Family and Community programs
Huntingdon County Library
Found the resource by researching local programs that support families in my community
Free to all residents of the county. Programs include:
Adult technology classes
Access to computers/internet
Story Time
Family Events (i.e., bingo, STEM Olympics)
Recommended because:
The free events and classes can support families with learning opportunities outside of school, allow for families to connect with others in their community, and help them learn skills to support the learning of children.
More info: http://www2.youseemore.com/huntingdon/default.asp
conclusion
Partnerships between school, families, and community support learner success (Galindo & Sheldon, 2012)
Let’s work together to create a school environment, home environment, and community that welcomes and celebrates diversity!
References
Auerbach, S. (2010). Beyond coffee with the principal: Toward leadership for authentic school-family relationships. Journal of School Leadership, 20, 728-757.
Galindo, C., & Sheldon, S.B. (2012). School and home connections and children’s kindergarten achievement gains: The mediating role of family involvement. Early Childhood Research Quarterly, 27, 90-103.
Giles, G. (2015). The best parenting style for effective relationship-building with your children – Part II. Therapy House. Retrieved from http://www.thetherapyhouse.org/poc/view_index.php?idx=119&d=1&w=551&e=54879
Gordon, K., & Loy, N. (2013). Developing a strong, beneficial relationship with your child. Developmental Psychology at Vanderbilt. Retrieved from https://my.vanderbilt.edu/developmentalpsychologyblog/2013/12/developing-a-strong-beneficial-relationship-with-your-child/
Haines, S.J., McCart, A., & Turnbull, A.P. (2013). Family engagement within early childhood response to intervention. In V. Buysse & E. Peisner-Feinberg (Eds.), Handbook on response to intervention (RTI) in early childhood (pp. 313-324). New York, NY: Brookes.
KidsMatter. (n.d.). Why culture matters for children’s development and wellbeing. Retrieved from https://www.kidsmatter.edu.au/sites/default/files/public/KM%20C1_Cultural%20Diversity_Culture%20Matters%20for%20Development.pdf
National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center. (2011). The importance of early intervention for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Retrieved from http://www.nectac.org/~pdfs/pubs/importanceofearlyintervention.pdf
Ontai, L.L., & Mastergeorge, A.M. (n.d.). Culture and parenting: A guide for delivering parenting curriculums to diverse families. Retrieved from http://jeffline.jefferson.edu/cfsrp/pdfs/culture-parenting-U-Calif.pdf
Ormrod, J. E. (2012). Essentials of educational psychology (3rd ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.
Pew Research Center. (2015). The American family today. Retrieved from http://pewsocialtrends.org/2015/12/17/1-the-american-family-today/
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References
Tschannen-Moran, M. (2014). Trust matters: Leadership for successful schools. San Francisco, CA: John Wiley.
Vance, N. (2015). Joyce Epstein’s school-family-community partnership model. Researcher Starters: Education.
Wardle, F. (2013). Collaboration with families and communities [Electronic version]. Bridgepoint Education.
Wardle, F., & Fitzpatrick, T. (2016). Children & families: Understanding behavior & dynamics [Electronic version]. Bridgepoint Education.
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