Assignment Task:
Discipline Dilemma
Depending on the family structure, parenting style, and cultural background of the families you are working with, you will likely encounter many different approaches to discipline. You may even find that the families you are supporting will come to you for help or suggestions about how to best discipline their child at home. In this discussion, you will read a case study where you will meet several families, and use the information you learn about discipline to help support their needs.
To prepare for this discussion,
Please refer to the Week Guidance for further tips and examples that will support your success with this discussion.
Read Chapter 7: Discipline and Guidance in Collaboration with Families and Communities.
Read the article, Parenting Around the World: Child-Rearing Practices in Different Cultures.
Case Study Interaction.
Choose one of the following behavior-related incidents to focus on in your initial response:
Behavior Scenario A:
Your child's teacher calls to tell you that while playing in the block center today, your child was hitting another child with the blocks. The teacher asked your child to stop, but your child continued to hit the other child.
Behavior Scenario B:
Your child's teacher sent an email explaining to you that your child is having trouble sharing when at school. The teacher has modeled how to share and has given your child several reminders. However, your child is still struggling with this behavior.
Behavior Scenario C:
After school, your child's teacher stops you to talk about some trouble your child is having with following their directions in class. The teacher tells you that when given a direction, your child ignores it and continues with what they are doing.
Behavior Scenario D:
At school drop off you notice that the same child runs and hides each day when you drop your child at school. You ask your teacher if this is something they have noticed as well. The teacher tells you your child has been calling the other child names.
In your initial post, assume the role of the parent or guardian of one of the children from the case study interaction and address the following:
Describe how you would discipline your child if they were involved in your chosen behavior scenario from the chart above. Remember that you are responding as if you are the parent or guardian of the child from your chosen case study. Need Assignment Help?
Discuss the role your culture plays in the decisions you make about discipline. Use the article, Parenting Around the World: Child-Rearing Practices in Different Cultures, to support your ideas.