Developing Independent Learners: A Guide for Parents and Teachers to the Student Empowerment Program

This book provides step-by-step guidance for parents to develop positive parenting skills and create a conducive atmosphere for their child's growth and success. It emphasizes the importance of setting up a good home/school connection,using positive reinforcement,and teaching self-control and self-regulation through the 5 Rs (responsibility, reflection, rules, regulation, and rubrics). The strategies are outlined in a process that allows parents to practice and apply them effectively. The ultimate goal is for the child and family to learn to solve problems responsibly and without meltdowns.

Format: Hardback
Length: 100 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

This comprehensive book for parents offers a step-by-step guide to positive behavioral management. It provides clear and concise explanations on how to develop positive parenting skills, enabling parents to make positive adjustments in their behavior and that of their children. By fostering a supportive environment, parents can help their children become self-sufficient and regulated individuals who take responsibility for their own learning.

The book is specifically tailored for parents and offers strategies and techniques for creating an atmosphere that promotes self-control, self-regulation, and success in learning and life. Throughout the chapters, references are made to the importance of establishing a strong home-school connection, working collaboratively with teachers and staff to support their child's growth and behavior transformation.

The Student Empowerment Program, outlined in the book, consists of five key components: responsibility, reflection, rules, regulation, and rubrics. Each component is explored in depth, providing parents with the foundational skills necessary for learning self-control and self-regulation. The program progresses gradually, allowing parents to practice and apply the strategies until their child can demonstrate them independently with minimal assistance.

The book outlines a comprehensive process that provides parents with ample practice time for each strategy. Once mastered, parents are encouraged to move on to learning new strategies, gradually building a repertoire of effective techniques that form the "new natural norm" for their household. These strategies encompass various aspects, such as breathing techniques, the use of positive and realistic language, and developing effective communication skills.

By implementing these strategies, parents can create a nurturing and supportive environment that promotes their child's emotional well-being, social development, and academic success. The book serves as a valuable resource for parents seeking to enhance their parenting skills and create a positive family environment.

Weight: 327g
Dimension: 225 x 145 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475871265