Discusison: Implications of Socioeconomic Status
Socioeconomic status has far-reaching implications on child and adolescent development, both positive and negative. Low socioeconomic status has been shown to relate to lower educational outcomes and poorer health. Conversely, higher socioeconomic status has shown better outcomes in the areas of education and health. However, the influences of socioeconomic status are not always crystal clear, which makes this a very complex topic.
To prepare:
· Consider the positive and negative consequences of socioeconomic status on child and adolescent development.
· Think about possible strategies to counteract any negative consequences you might identify.
· As you review the Learning Resources, think about how positive and negative consequences may differ between socioeconomic groups.
Explain briefly the potential positive and negative consequences that socioeconomic status might have on children and adolescents. Provide two specific examples from different socioeconomic groups.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Readings
· Burney, V. H., & Beilke, J. R. (2008). The constraints of poverty on high achievement. Journal for the Education of the Gifted, 31(3), 171-197.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
· Derman-Sparks, L., & Olsen Edwards, J. (2010). Anti-bias education for young children and ourselves. Washington, DC: National Association for the Education of Young Children.
o Chapter 8, "Learning About Economic Class & Fairness" (pp. 101-111)
· Ready, D. D. (2010). Socioeconomic disadvantage, school attendance, and early cognitive development: The differential effects of school exposure. Sociology of Education, 83(4), 271-286.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
· Strauss, V. (2013, October 28). Five stereotypes about poor people and education.
· Whitham, G. (2012). Challenging 12 myths and stereotypes about low income families and social security spending.
Media
· Laureate Education (Producer). (2014k). Socioeconomics status, cultural capital, and resilience [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.