Modiwl XAE-2070:
Parenthood
Parenthood 2023-24
XAE-2070
2023-24
School Of Educational Sciences
Module - Semester 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Margiad Williams
Overview
This module will concentrate on the development of students’ understanding of the changing concept of parenting and the effective strategies for promoting good practices. Topics will include:
Theories of the family Diversity of family forms (e.g., non-parental child care) Diet, play and sleep Disadvantaged families Family support (legal and policy framework) Effective parenting strategies
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -Threshold: D-, D, D+Poor knowledge and understanding of: the theories related to parenting; the impact of societal, cultural and economic factors on parenting behaviours; the social and educational impact of parenting practices on child psychological outcomes; evidence-based strategies for promoting good parenting behaviours; agencies and professionals that provide parenting support
-good -Good: B-, B, B+A good knowledge and understanding (making some good reference to research) of: the theories related to parenting; the impact of societal, cultural and economic factors on parenting behaviours; the social and educational impact of parenting practices on child psychological outcomes; evidence-based strategies for promoting good parenting behaviours; agencies and professionals that provide parenting support
-excellent -Excellent: A- to A*A comprehensive and well-informed knowledge and understanding (making excellent use of research) of: the theories related to parenting; the impact of societal, cultural and economic factors on parenting behaviours; the social and educational impact of parenting practices on child psychological outcomes; evidence-based strategies for promoting good parenting behaviours; agencies and professionals that provide parenting support
-another level-Satisfactory: C-, C, C+A satisfactory knowledge and understanding of: the theories related to parenting; the impact of societal, cultural and economic factors on parenting behaviours; the social and educational impact of parenting practices on child psychological outcomes; evidence-based strategies for promoting good parenting behaviours; agencies and professionals that provide parenting support
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Essay on the extent to which factors have influenced parenting
Weighting
60%
Due date
08/03/2023
Assessment method
Case Study
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Parenting plan
Weighting
40%
Due date
26/04/2023