Homework
Family and community engagement is critical to the success of all students. Including family and community members can be challenging because of the many dynamics, such as time, communication, and engagement issues. Educators must create engagement strategies that are purposeful and thoughtful to the community demographics.
Part I: Family and/or Community Homework
Research and develop a homework homework/learning activity for the content area that will engage the family and/or community.
Your homework homework/learning activity should include:
1. A learning objective describing the desired learning outcome of the activity. (For example, "Students will design and implement a composting program in their community that aligns to the United States Environmental Protection Agency composting guidelines.")
2. In 100 to 250 words, describe the homework homework/learning activity, and how the homework/learning activity engages the family and community.
3. Detail how family and/or community can be involved in establishing a positive learning environment, describing collaborative strategies.
Part II: Reflection
In 250-300 words, summarize and reflect on the homework homework/learning activity that engages family and/or community.
Address the following:
Methods to communicate with families and other stakeholders about the needs of students.
Challenges teachers face when creating homework, and activities that engage family and/or community.
The importance of engaging family and community in students' education.
How you will deal with concerns or issues with parents and the possible solutions to support positive collaboration.
Support your findings with a minimum of three scholarly resources.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.