Family Resource Project

TECA 1303

Family Resource Project

Instructions

· Choose four family issues/problems/topics to research. Select from the list below.

· You will construct a resource tool that will help you to know about and understand diverse families and community characteristics. This will guide you in your work with young children and their families (Standard 2a).

· Research each of the four topics and provide the following.

· Description

· Describe the issue/problem/topic. (3-5 sentences) (Standard 1a)

· Impact

· Describe the impact, result or effect of the issue/problem/topic on a child’s school success. (150 words) (Standard 1b)

· Resolutions

· Describe methods of assistance, help or support available for families experiencing the issue/problem/topic. (150 words) (Standard 2a)

· Organizations

· Identify two organizations, groups or coalitions who provide families with education and support for the management/care of the issue/problem/topic. ( Standard 6e).

· Include

· Name of organization (Full name- not just acronym)

· Working Website (link) or physical address

· Mission, purpose, cause

· Services provided (This should be a list)

· Construct a Works Cited page.

· Include a list of all sources used for the project.

· Follow APA reference list guidelines.

· https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/reference_list_basic_rules.html

· Use the template.

· Use the template provided to organize the information gathered during your research.

· Combine all 4 pages together and upload one file.

· Upload the resource file and the Works Cited page to Canvas.