Deck 10: Parent Education and Family Life Education

Question 1

Programs of parent and family life education

A)must respect the primacy of the family.
B)must support parents in child-rearing tasks.
C)must avoid undermining or judging parents' efforts.
D)all of the above

Answer 1

D

Question 2

A definition of developmentally appropriate education for young children involves

A)understanding child development and individual differences.
B)knowledge of each child's cultural contexts.
C)an unstructured setting.
D)both A and B

Answer 2

D

Question 3

The home visitation parent education program that is based on the notions that all parents have strengths and parents are the experts on their child is

A)HIPPY.
B)PAT.
C)STEP.
D)READ.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Goals of How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk include

A)finding ways to be sensitive to one another's feelings.
B)finding ways to be respectful of children's needs.
C)finding ways to be respectful of parents' own needs.
D)all of the above

Question 5

Thomas Lickona's Raising Good Children from Birth through the Teenage Years, is based on the work of

A)Lawrence Kohlberg.
B)Haim Ginott.
C)Alfred Adler.
D)Lev Vygotsky.

Question 6

Providing parent and family participants in programs the opportunity for evaluation

A)is not required since reliability of such evaluation is in question.
B)places an undue burden on participants.
C)is optional depending on the educational level of participants.
D)provides essential information to planners and presenters.

Question 7

In addition to soliciting input from parents or families, early childhood teachers must use _____ in order to plan effective and appropriate programs.

A)community resources
B)their knowledge of child development and parenting styles
C)opinions to support or judge families
D)both A and B

Question 8

Parent and family life education programs

A)must always respect the primacy of the family.
B)provide forums for leading experts to provide direct instruction to families.
C)are not supported as best practice in early education.
D)none of the above

Question 9

Parent education programs for ethnically diverse groups

A)are largely unsuccessful.
B)are more successful when setting is compatible with lifestyles.
C)are only successful when led by a member of the same ethnic group.
D)have equal rates of success and lack of success.

Question 10

In this home visitation parent program, paraprofessionals are trained to work with parents to help prepare their 3- to 5-year-olds to succeed in school.

A)HIPPY
B)PAT
C)STEP
D)READ

Question 11

Active Parenting is based on which of the following two beliefs about parenting?

A)Parenting is extremely important and extremely difficult.
B)Parenting is extremely important and relatively easy in early childhood years.
C)Parenting is extremely important and challenging in the teen years.
D)none of the above

Question 12

Parent education topics are best shared

A)in a uniform format throughout the school year.
B)in group meetings with an expert facilitator.
C)through a variety of formats including handbooks, orientation sessions, workshops, brochures, and videos.
D)online through a mailing list server format.

Question 13

Characteristics of young children's play include

A)intrinsically motivated, active, and fun.
B)governed by teachers or parents, quiet, and fun.
C)extrinsically motivated, child-directed, and fun.
D)none of the above

Question 14

The premises that all families have strengths and that parents are experts on their children guide

A)1-2-3 Magic.
B)Assertive Discipline.
C)Parents as Teachers.
D)Systematic Training for Effective Parenting.

Question 15

Parent education programs

A)should be based solely on children's needs.
B)should be based solely on support for parents.
C)should be a balance of consideration for children's needs and parent/family needs.
D)should be decided by expert planners.

Question 16

According to the STEP approach, reasons that parents need education and support include

A)rapid social change.
B)lack of understanding child development.
C)increasing importance of post-secondary education.
D)parents' desire for greater support.

Question 17

Professionals who lead parent meetings are most effective when they

A)facilitate and guide the session.
B)become the sage on the stage, all-knowing as the dispenser of knowledge.
C)provide information about their credentials.
D)none of the above

Question 18

Needs assessments prior to and evaluations of parent education programs immediately following them

A)are not effective uses of teachers' time.
B)provide unilateral attempts for content.
C)provide formal ways to solicit preferences and suggestions from parents.
D)both B and C

Question 19

Two popular parent education packages that are based on the work of Alfred Adler and Rudolph Dreikurs are

A)STEP and Assertive discipline.
B)STEP and PAT.
C)STEP and Active Parenting.
D)Active Parenting and Assertive Discipline.

Question 20

Alfred Adler noted that the greatest gift a parent can give a child is

A)nurturance.
B)support with learning at home.
C)courage.
D)a sense of responsibility.

Question 21

This method refers to young children as "sort of nuts".

A)STEP
B)HIPPY
C)1-2-3 Magic
D)Assertive Discipline

Question 22

"Morality is respect" is a belief of which program?

A)Assertive Discipline
B)Raising Good Children
C)Systematic Training for Effective Parenting
D)1-2-3 Magic

Question 23

Family life education has a foundation in ecological theory and emphasizes

A)parenting skills to the exclusion of other family interactions or tasks.
B)wholeness and integration.
C)a narrow view of discrete tasks necessary for functioning families.
D)a perspective that is only considerate of middle-class and middle-income families.

Question 24

When young children ask questions about sexuality,

A)they are expressing typical curiosity.
B)referrals should be made to child protective services immediately.
C)the school counselor should be asked to observe.
D)teachers should ignore this behavior.

Question 25

Goals for this approach include finding a way to live together so that each one can feel good about themselves and be more sensitive to one another.

A)The Incredible Years
B)1-2-3 Magic
C)Active Parenting
D)How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk

Question 26

Which statement best exemplifies applications of a positive guidance approach in early childhood education?

A)Positive guidance is ultimately concerned with children's self-esteem, but not social interactions with others.
B)Positive guidance teaches children how to get along with others and to resolve conflicts in nonviolent ways.
C)Positive guidance is based on rewarding expected behavior.
D)Both B and C

Question 27

Concerns about Assertive Discipline applications include

A)authoritarian style and lack of research on child outcomes.
B)lack of research on parental views.
C)permissive approach and lack of stated rules.
D)no use of punishments or rewards.

Question 28

Outcomes of the Parents as Teachers program indicate

A)academic gains for children at least through fourth grade.
B)higher scores on the Kindergarten Inventory of Developmental Skills.
C)more advanced language development at age three.
D)all of the above

Question 29

A critique of this approach indicates that adults must control children and that children have little opportunity to learn self-control.

A)STEP
B)1-2-3 Magic
C)How to Talk so Kids Will Listen
D)HIPPY

Question 30

When sharing information about the value of play to families, the purpose is

A)to relate children's play to all areas of development.
B)to help families learn how to limit children's playful behaviors as they approach school entry.
C)to encourage families to re-direct play to more sedentary activities to prepare for school.
D)to assist families in their understanding that play will not have a place in preschool or kindergarten.

Question 31

One aspect of effective parent education that frequently gets sacrificed based on time or variation in methods is

A)child development knowledge.
B)open-ended discussion.
C)enhancing of parental self-esteem.
D)lack of expertise by speakers.

Question 32

A parent education program that is viewed as a prevention curriculum and aimed at high-risk families is

A)1-2-3 Magic.
B)Assertive Discipline.
C)The Incredible Years.
D)STEP.

Question 33

When sharing information with families about guiding children's behavior, it is essential that they understand

A)their on-going responsibility for their own child's behavior.
B)the importance of compliance.
C)expected behaviors for academic success.
D)methods of discipliner guidance have an effect on the whole child and not only on behavior.

Question 34

A certified family life educator program is sponsored by the

A)Military Family Association.
B)National Association for the Education of Young Children.
C)National Council of Family Relations.
D)Council for Exceptional Children.

Question 35

Parent education programs should have as goals

A)to increase parental confidence and knowledge of child development.
B)to correct parent misconceptions about their own practices.
C)to question effects of parenting practices and to provide information about modifications.
D)support of children, no matter the effect on parents.

Question 36

One parent education program that does not apply strategies for supporting children's development of self-control is

A)1-2-3 Magic.
B)Raising Good Children
C)Active Parenting
D)How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk

Question 37

In the family life education context, family law and public policy includes

A)life span development.
B)social attitudes and values.
C)social services, education, and civil rights.
D)goal-setting, consumer issues, and allocation of resources.

Question 38

An appropriate amount of homework time for children in first through third grades is

A)none.
B)15-30 minutes.
C)30-60 minutes.
D)none of the above

Question 39

The Parents as Teachers program is founded on these two premises

A)parents must receive formal training in early education practices and demonstrate financial solvency.
B)all families have strengths and parents are the experts on their own children.
C)the concept of equality and democratic family values.
D)effective communication and freedom from traditional roles for parents and children.

Question 40

One way that military culture differs from mainstream U.S.beliefs and practices is that

A)children are cared for by all members of the unit.
B)confidentiality does not apply to doctor-patient or counselor-client relationships.
C)there is less ethnic diversity.
D)physicians are not required to have current licenses to practice.

Question 41

Explain differences between parent education and family life education.Be sure to include examples of content that would be included in each type of program.

Question 42

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
Active Parenting

Question 43

Describe cultural components and methods of communication typical in military families.Using this information from Chapter 10 and your lived experiences, how do military culture and communication compare to society at large?

Question 44

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
based on the expressed needs of parents

Question 45

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
Raising Good Children from Birth through the Teenage Years

Question 46

Compare and contrast Parents as Teachers and HIPPY programs.Identify which of the two programs you like better and explain why you prefer it.

Question 47

Describe factors that must be considered when planning programs of parent and family life education.Be sure to include: assessing needs, format, cultural differences, and assessing effects.

Question 48

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
includes topics of parenting, marriage, family, relationships, work-family issues, and sex education

Question 49

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk

Question 50

It is common for early childhood educators to be challenged by families and communities about the value of play for children's learning.Using information in Chapter 10, how would you meet this challenge?

Question 51

Explain the foundation for family life education in early childhood programs.Identify and explain some areas that family life education would lead to generation of knowledge in early childhood education.

Question 52

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
purpose is to support families in their parenting responsibilities

Question 53

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
open-ended discussion

Question 54

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
1-2-3 Magic

Question 55

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
STEP

Question 56

Discuss Powell's four dimensions of parent involvement for early childhood programs.Give at least two examples that teachers could incorporate to uphold each of the four dimensions.

Question 57

Match the numbered questions with the corresponding letter answer.
a.parent education
b.effectiveness in parent education
c.rated by participants as one of the most valuable aspects of parent education
d.parent education program based on mutual respect between parents and children
e.parent education program based on the notion that most parents have sufficient love and commitment, but need information, skills, and support
f.parent education approach that focuses on methods of communication and their effects on both relationships and children's behavior
g.parent education approach that emphasizes child development in understanding right and wrong (moral development)
h.parent education program that emphasizes that parents must be the "b-o-s-s"
i.parent education approach that emphasizes parents as dictators when children are young
j.family life education
Assertive Discipline