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What are prosocial behaviors?
Prosocial behaviors are acts of kindness that benefit others and behaviors that demonstrate cooperation and helpfulness.
What do studies show about the effects of uncooperative teachers on students?
Studies show that uncooperative teachers tend to have more hyperactive, disruptive, and bored children.
Why do children of permissive teachers often exhibit aggressive and attention-seeking behavior?
Children of permissive teachers often exhibit aggressive and attention-seeking behavior because they see the lack of involvement of the teacher as an excuse to behave that way.
Describe one of the general guidelines you should follow for effective guidance to occur.
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Give three examples of actions useful in direct guidance.
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Give an example of how the physical setup of the classroom can be used to encourage independence in children.
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Why would a teacher want to use positive reinforcement?
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Explain the difference between natural consequences and logical consequences.
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In order to be most effective, when should praise be given to a child?
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How does a prompt differ from a suggestion?
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What is the key to redirecting?
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Explain the process of active listening.
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When is ignoring not an appropriate guidance technique?
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List three ways that you can encourage the development of children's positive self-esteem.
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Study Notes
Prosocial Behaviors
- Acts of kindness that benefit others, promoting cooperation and helpfulness among individuals.
Impact of Uncooperative Teachers
- Uncooperative teachers often lead to students displaying hyperactive, disruptive, and bored behaviors.
Behaviors of Children with Permissive Teachers
- Children of permissive teachers tend to show aggressive and attention-seeking behaviors due to perceived lack of teacher involvement.
Guidelines for Effective Guidance
- Understanding cultural variations is essential for effective guidance, as different values influence acceptable child guidance practices.
Actions for Direct Guidance
- Use simple, age-appropriate language to communicate clearly.
- Focus on positive reinforcement by telling children what they should do instead of what they shouldn't do.
- Maintain consistency in discipline and praise to reinforce desired behaviors.
Classroom Setup for Independence
- Encourage independence by providing low hooks for coats, low shelving units, and clearly labeled toys and materials to promote self-cleanup.
Importance of Positive Reinforcement
- Positive reinforcement shapes children's behavior by affirming acceptable actions, encouraging them to repeat those behaviors.
Natural vs. Logical Consequences
- Natural consequences occur without intervention (e.g., cold hands from not wearing gloves).
- Logical consequences are set by adults to demonstrate outcomes of not following established limits.
Timing of Praise
- Immediate praise during the act helps children connect the positive feedback with their behavior, enhancing its effectiveness.
Prompts vs. Suggestions
- Prompts require a specific response from children, while suggestions merely introduce ideas for consideration.
Key to Redirection
- Providing appealing substitutes, such as activities or books, effectively redirects children's attention and behavior.
Process of Active Listening
- Active listening involves fully hearing the child's words and responding by reiterating their message, showing acknowledgment and acceptance.
When Ignoring is Inappropriate
- Ignoring is not suitable when a child's behavior poses a physical or verbal threat to themselves or others.
Encouraging Positive Self-Esteem
- Celebrate birthdays with a special chair and crown, creating memorable experiences.
- Create charts that reflect children's interests, fostering self-identity.
- Record children sharing their own stories, promoting confidence and self-expression.
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 14 of Child Development, focusing on prosocial behaviors and the impact of teacher cooperation on students. It highlights how positive interactions benefit children's development and learning. Test your understanding and recall important definitions and studies from this chapter.