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The Family-School Connection: Theory, Research, and Practice

The Family-School Connection: Theory, Research, and Practice

Hardcover

Series: Issues in Children′s and Families′ Lives

Child PsychologyGeneral EducationGeneral Parenting

ISBN10: 0803973063
ISBN13: 9780803973060
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
Published: May 15 1995
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.40
Height: 1.10 Width: 5.80 Depth: 8.60
Language: English
What is the nature of the relationships between family variables and children's successes in school? An examination of this question is the basis of this volume. Building on a model for evaluating the relationships between families, schools and children, the contributors analyze: how school achievement is influenced by parent-child interactions; how early adolescents are affected by the overlapping spheres of influence' of school, family, community and peer group; and how family environment influences educational attainment. Other issues discussed include: education for children with learning difficulties; school truancy; and the effects of parental discord and divorce on children's learning. In conclusion, the book offers examples of prev

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