Monday, September 16, 2013

Tuesday, September 17

Objective: SWBAT analyze Troy and Rose's parenting styles to determine if their styles are effective.

Do-Now: Describe the role of a parent.  What is he/she responsible for doing?  What is he/she NOT responsible for doing?  What qualities make someone a successful and effective parent?  Explain.

Today: 1) What are the FOUR types of parenting styles? 


Authoritarian

In this style of parenting, children are expected to follow the strict rules established by the parents. Failure to follow such rules usually results in punishment (sometimes physical.) Authoritarian parents fail to explain the reasoning behind these rules. If asked to explain, the parent might simply reply, "Because I said so."

Consequences: Children of authoritarian parents may become followers and depend on others for making decisions. They may develop low self-esteem, become aggressive or defiant.


Permissive

Permissive parents, sometimes referred to as indulgent parents, have very few demands to make of their children. These parents rarely discipline their children because they have relatively low expectations of maturity and self-control.  Permissive parents are generally nurturing and communicative with their children, often taking on the status of a friend more than that of a parent.

Consequences: Children of permissive parents may have low self-control and little ability to handle frustration. They may remain immature and have difficulty accepting responsibility.  They may also be more likely to have problems with authority and perform poorly in school.


Neglectful

An uninvolved parenting style is characterized by few demands, low responsiveness and little communication. While these parents fulfill the child's basic needs, they are generally detached from their child's life. In extreme cases, these parents may even reject or neglect the needs of their children.

Consequences: Children of neglectful parents may face many challenges, including difficulties with skill development, trust and self-esteem.


Authoritative

Like authoritarian parents, those with an authoritative parenting style establish rules and guidelines that their children are expected to follow. However, this parenting style is much more democratic. Authoritative parents are responsive to their children and willing to listen to questions. When children fail to meet the expectations, these parents are more nurturing and forgiving rather than punishing.  Authoritative parents are firm, fair, and consistent and encourage their children to be independent.  They also give their children choices to teach children to think for themselves.

Result: Children of authoritative parents are likely to be responsible, independent, have high self-esteem and able to control their aggressive impulses. This style of parenting provides a balance between setting appropriate limits and granting independence to the child. It is this style of parenting that provides warmth and supportive guidance.


2) Class will generate a list of effective/ineffective parenting strategies based on the four types of parenting styles.  Fill out the Class row for the "Parenting Style Analysis" Worksheet.

3) Class will read Act 1, Scene 3 of "Fences."

4) Fill out the rows for Troy and Rose on the "Parenting Style Analysis" Worksheet

Exit Slip: Consult your "Parenting Style Analysis" Worksheet.  Answer the following questions on the back of the worksheet: Based on the evidence, what parenting style do you believe Troy has?  Why?  Do you believe Troy is an effective parent?  Why or why not?  GIVE EXAMPLES.  What parenting style do you believe Rose has?  Why?  Do you believe Rose is an effective parent?  Why or why not?  GIVE EXAMPLES.

Homework: Written Reflection: What parenting style do you believe your mother/father has?  Based on the class-generated parenting strategies, do you believe your mother/father are effective parents?  Explain why or why not.  GIVE EXAMPLES.  Assignment Worth 10 points.  5 points = length (at least FIVE sentences), 5 points = analysis.

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