Defining Effective Parenting and Teaching Practices among Head Start Caregivers and Educators: a Qualitative Approach

Author

Ellen C. Wing, Illinois State UniversityFollow

Date of Award

6-23-2021

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Department

Department of Psychology: School Psychology

First Advisor

Gregory S Braswell

Abstract

Past research on parenting practices among families living with low socioeconomic resources has often been conducted without attempts to understand the strengths of this population. In addition, much literature on parenting and teaching practices during early childhood has studied each entity individually. Using interview data and practices consistent with grounded theory, this study sought to understand how the parents, teachers, and family resource advocates of Head Start children conceptualize effective parenting, teaching, and home-school connections. The themes that emerged evoke discussion on the meaning of relationships, the value of education, and how personal experiences shape perspectives.

Comments

Imported from Wing_ilstu_0092E_11977.pdf

Recommended Citation

Wing, Ellen C., "Defining Effective Parenting and Teaching Practices among Head Start Caregivers and Educators: a Qualitative Approach" (2021). Theses and Dissertations. 1477.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/etd/1477

DOI

https://doi.org/10.30707/ETD2021.20211012065807205975.999948

Page Count

80