Explain the rationale for using a family systems approach to studying relationships in middle childhood. Using examples from either how parents monitor digital media use, or adjustment after divorce, explain the family systems perspective
What will be an ideal response?
The family systems approach allows for the complexity and bidirectionality of influence that has been found in family interactions and that the family's role in development is better understood as systemic. The internet or divorce example should include some discussion of the spousal, parental, and sibling subsystems as well as how equilibrium and boundaries apply in each case.
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Explain the factors involved in a very young child's emotional development
What will be an ideal response?
The diary description is not useful to most observers
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
One of the most striking differences between a basal reading approach and a trade book
approach is that when teachers use a trade book approach, the students are more likely to: a) complete workbook activities independently b) apply what they're learning in authentic ways c) participate in whole-class instruction d) read expository texts
The key element in SMARTER is
A. organizing content to make it more understandable. B. providing added reinforcement. C. rewriting texts to make them easier to read. D. using media to enhance students' understanding.