Unit 2 DQS

You are required to respond to one discussion question for each chapter.  

Chapter 6

How does observation and imitation influence behavior?

How do role models influence behavior?

1. How can adults use literacy to model behavior?
2. How does the media influence behavior?
3. Chapter 7
4. How can teachers communicate with children so they will learn?

What makes a good listener?

How can teacher guide children through social problem solving situations?

1. Chapter 8
2. How do you handle immediate behavioral concerns?
3. What types of consequences might best guide children toward moral autonomy?

What is the difference between consequences and punishment?

How do adults select consequences?

1. Chapter 9
2. 1. Discuss the major tenets of behavior modification.
3. 2. What are the issues related to behavior modification?
4. 3. How do constructivist and behaviorist principles of guidance differ from one another?

4. What things should teachers consider before implementing a behavior modification program?

5. How do teachers’ views about the aims of education influence their selection of guidance programs?

Chapter 10

1. What is the difference between punishment and discipline?

2. How does punishment affect child development?

3. How does punishment affect moral autonomy?

Chapter 11

1. How can teachers use observation to determine the cause of children’s behavior?

2. How do children’s normal developmental trajectories affect their behavior?

3. How can knowledge of child development assist teachers in guiding children toward self-governance?

Chapter 12

1. How do children’s needs affect their behavior?

2. How can teachers plan to meet children’s individual needs?

3. How do adult expectations affect children’s behavior?

Chapter 13

1. How do children’s unique cognitive and social needs affect their behavior?

2. What strategies can teachers use to address the needs of children with social and emotional difficulties?  

3. How do cultural and linguistic diversity influence children’s behavior?

4. How can teachers support children with diverse backgrounds, languages, and abilities?

     5. How can the use of family-centered practices support children with diverse backgrounds, languages and abilities?

Chapter 14

1. How do social, economic and family circumstances affect children’s social and emotional development?

2. How can you support the social and emotional development of children whom have experienced adversity?

3. How do the guidance principles discussed in this book apply to vulnerable populations?