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HDFS 435A - Child Socialization: A Systems Perspective for HDFS Students

(3 units)
Focus on understanding socialization of children from an ecological perspective with special emphasis on developing positive linkages between early childhood settings and families.

Prerequisite(s): HDFS 201 ; HDFS 202 .

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. discuss the socialization process and evaluate their own socialization experiences. 
2. discuss the mass media/technology effects on children and analyze socialization messages sent by the mass media and the possible effects of these messages on children. 
3. discuss the importance of partnerships between families, ECE/schools, and communities. 
4. identify barriers hindering the communication & the development of partnerships between families, schools, & communities & explore possible solutions & strategies for enhancing & promoting reciprocal communication & partnerships.
5. apply some of the identified solutions & strategies for promoting communication & engagement between parents, families, ECE/schools, and communities.
6. assess characteristics, needs, and capacities of parents, families, teachers, and ECE/schools by developing, implementing, and evaluating a family engagement program in a school setting.
7. explore, synthesize, and link existing resources and programs that are available for children and families with different needs in our community.


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