Explain how Head Start has been exemplary in their requirements ...

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Explain how Head Start has been exemplary in their requirements and support for family involvement in childrens early education.
 
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Question 2

Describe five common barriers to family involvement in education and for each barrier provide at least one effective and appropriate solution.
 
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Answer to Question 1

  In place since its beginning
  Evolved over the years
  Related to current research including child readiness for school
  7 broad goals: well-being, relationships, lifelong educators, learners, transitions, community connections, advocates and leaders

Answer to Question 2

  Barrier: school environments commonly discourage family involvement; Solution: better prepare teachers and administrators about benefits of partnerships
  Barrier: Families and schools have different expectations; Solution: increase two-way communication
  Barrier: Parent involvement often viewed in a negative light; Solution: attempt to understand other point of view and open communication
  Barrier: Diversity of families is a challenge; Solution: attention to specific family needs is necessary
  Barrier: Teacher preparation programs lack attention to working with families; Solution: increase content knowledge in teacher prep related to families

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Gracias!

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