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

Learning Outcomes

• Appraise the impact of parenting practices on the psychological outcomes of children

• Demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based strategies to promote effective parenting practices

• Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of parenting based on relevant theories

• Evaluate the impact of societal, cultural and economic factors on parenting behaviours

• Identify and evaluate the agencies and professionals that provide parenting support