Question

We are using the CSEFEL pyramid as the "lens" through which we are approaching social competence and challenging behaviors. Similarly, we have particular "lenses" that we use to view the world, and background experiences that shape how we look at young children's behaviors. This journal entry will help you reflect on your beliefs around children's behavior, based on your individual and cultural lenses. Please pick 3 of the following sentences, finish the sentence, and write a brief one paragraph reflection about your response to each sentence. 1. "In my culture, children are expected to...." 2. "When I was young, I got in trouble for...." 3. "The best way to change a child's behavior is...." 4. "What I don't understand about how children act is...." 5. "One thing a child could do that would bother me the most is...." 6. "When I see a child crying, I want to...." 7. "Regarding children's behavior, I personally believe that..."

Answer 1

"In my culture, children are expected to...

1) Certainty / Confidence

2) Ability to create associations with friends and grown-ups

3) Fixation and industriousness on testing undertakings

4) Capacity to viably impart feelings

5) Capacity to tune in to guidelines and be mindful

6) Capacity to tackle social issues

"The best way to change a child's behavior is....

1)Try not to communicate a response.

2) Be idealistic.

3) Set the pace and be a model

4) Recognize your kid's sentiments when they act severely.

5) Be reliable with the guidelines.

"When I see a child crying, I want to...."

1) Stay Calm

2) Don't Punish him

3) Say its Alright

4) Crying is not bad. It can express the emotions of child.