Japanese children are socialized through preschools and primary schools to value group harmony and conformity to cultural norms. Preschool aims to socialize children through play and foster social skills, as primary socialization from family is decreasing. Primary school further emphasizes these skills through group-based learning and activities that build cohesion. Values of cooperation, empathy and anticipating others' needs are cultivated. This socialization process aims to ensure cultural continuity and preference for order, modesty and collective identity over individualism.
The Influence of Parental Education in Pre-School Preference in Nyamira Divis...paperpublications3
Abstract: This study determines the parental level education in pre-school preference for their young children in Nyamira division Kenya. The objective of this study was to determine the parents’ level of education that influences pre-school preference. The target population was 79 head teachers, 227 pre-school teachers and 4200 parents whose children are in pre-school from both public and private schools. The study adopted descriptive research design and was informed by the Bromfenbrenner’s ecological theory of human development. The sampled population was done by 10%, Mugenda and Mugenda (2006 ) the data collection instruments were questionnaires and interview schedules. Simple random techniques and purpose techniques were used to select primary school head teacher, pre-school teachers and parents. Using simple random sampling techniques 10% of the parents were selected while using purposive sampling primary school head teachers and pre-school head teachers were selected by 10%. The data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The descriptive statistics was used to describe and summarize data in form of frequencies distribution tables and means. The inferential statistics was used to make inference sand draw conclusions. The findings were that parents with a minimum of secondary school education had their children admitted in private, expensive but well performing pre-schools. Those who are with low education attainment preferred to admit their children in cheap, low performing or average performing pre-schools. The recommendations were that parents should be enlightened on the importance of pre-school education and being taken to workshops to improve their literacy. The key recommendation was that the school stakeholders such as parents, Directors and the government should provide work in collaboration to provide learners with best learning environment regardless of the educational background of their parents.
Challenges Parents Face While Participating in the Education of Their Childrenpaperpublications3
Abstract: The significance of parental participation in education achievement of learners at any level cannot be over-emphasized. Despite the Kenyan government policy that requires parents to be actively involved in the education of their children at six levels. Available studies show that parents are not as actively involved as required and even those who are involved; their involvement is limited to provision of finances, facilities and attendance of meetings. The study sought to investigate challenges facing parents in their active participation in the education of pre-school learners in Kiogoro Division, Kisii County, with a view of suggesting ways of promoting active parental participation in education of pre-school learners. The study reviewed various literatures on some past studies and assessed their contribution to the objectives of this study. The study used descriptive survey design to carry out the study with both qualitative and quantitative methodologies of collecting data. The study sample comprised of 10 pre-schools, 10 primary school head teachers, 10 pre-school teachers and 111 parents. The study used simple random sampling to select pre-school teachers and parents. Purposive sampling was used to select primary school head teachers and pre-school teachers. Data was collected by use of questionnaire, interview schedule and document analysis guide. Coded data was presented using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version and analyzed using descriptive statistics such as percentages presented in tables as well as Pearson correlation to establish the relationship between the variable. The study found that lack of clear policies in preschools regarding parental participation, lack of proper mode of communication with their children; poor parent-preschool teacher relationship, unfavourable head teachers’ leadership style and illiteracy among the parents were some of the challenges facing parents in their active participation in education of preschool learners. Parents should be encouraged through various programs on participation in education welfare of their preschool learners. Awareness programs for parents should be organized informing them on the benefit of their participation in education activities for their children. Parents should also be enlightened on the best communication practices with both their children and the school administration to foster good parent-teacher and parent-child relationship. The study suggest that future studies should be done on institutional factors influencing parental participation in education welfare of the preschool learners and socio-demographic factors influencing parental participation in education welfare of the preschool learners.
The Influence of Parental Involvement on the Learning outcomes of their Child...iosrjce
Parental involvement in their children's education has been proven by research to improve the
children's confidence, interest and performance at school. A qualitative case study to evaluate the influence of
parental involvement was conducted. The study sample was purposively sampled and consisted of 20 school
heads, 20 teachers and 20 pupils. The researcher was the main research instrument during data gathering. She
assumed the role of the interviewer and an observer. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis. The
findings showed that, parents who had children enrolled in rural and public urban schools were less committed
to their children's learning. Further, they were not worried much about their children’s school environment.
They consulted less with the teachers and did not supervise their children’s home work. Parents whose children
were in private schools had better communication and interaction with their children’s teachers. There were
various models that were used to improve parent-teacher relationship for the betterment of the children's
learning needs. The study recommended -devolvement of engagement strategies, improved communication
channels, supervised parental involvement in school activities andmonitoring and evaluation measures to assess
performance, progress, outcome and impact of engagement strategies.
The Influence of Parental Education in Pre-School Preference in Nyamira Divis...paperpublications3
Abstract: This study determines the parental level education in pre-school preference for their young children in Nyamira division Kenya. The objective of this study was to determine the parents’ level of education that influences pre-school preference. The target population was 79 head teachers, 227 pre-school teachers and 4200 parents whose children are in pre-school from both public and private schools. The study adopted descriptive research design and was informed by the Bromfenbrenner’s ecological theory of human development. The sampled population was done by 10%, Mugenda and Mugenda (2006 ) the data collection instruments were questionnaires and interview schedules. Simple random techniques and purpose techniques were used to select primary school head teacher, pre-school teachers and parents. Using simple random sampling techniques 10% of the parents were selected while using purposive sampling primary school head teachers and pre-school head teachers were selected by 10%. The data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The descriptive statistics was used to describe and summarize data in form of frequencies distribution tables and means. The inferential statistics was used to make inference sand draw conclusions. The findings were that parents with a minimum of secondary school education had their children admitted in private, expensive but well performing pre-schools. Those who are with low education attainment preferred to admit their children in cheap, low performing or average performing pre-schools. The recommendations were that parents should be enlightened on the importance of pre-school education and being taken to workshops to improve their literacy. The key recommendation was that the school stakeholders such as parents, Directors and the government should provide work in collaboration to provide learners with best learning environment regardless of the educational background of their parents.
Challenges Parents Face While Participating in the Education of Their Childrenpaperpublications3
Abstract: The significance of parental participation in education achievement of learners at any level cannot be over-emphasized. Despite the Kenyan government policy that requires parents to be actively involved in the education of their children at six levels. Available studies show that parents are not as actively involved as required and even those who are involved; their involvement is limited to provision of finances, facilities and attendance of meetings. The study sought to investigate challenges facing parents in their active participation in the education of pre-school learners in Kiogoro Division, Kisii County, with a view of suggesting ways of promoting active parental participation in education of pre-school learners. The study reviewed various literatures on some past studies and assessed their contribution to the objectives of this study. The study used descriptive survey design to carry out the study with both qualitative and quantitative methodologies of collecting data. The study sample comprised of 10 pre-schools, 10 primary school head teachers, 10 pre-school teachers and 111 parents. The study used simple random sampling to select pre-school teachers and parents. Purposive sampling was used to select primary school head teachers and pre-school teachers. Data was collected by use of questionnaire, interview schedule and document analysis guide. Coded data was presented using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version and analyzed using descriptive statistics such as percentages presented in tables as well as Pearson correlation to establish the relationship between the variable. The study found that lack of clear policies in preschools regarding parental participation, lack of proper mode of communication with their children; poor parent-preschool teacher relationship, unfavourable head teachers’ leadership style and illiteracy among the parents were some of the challenges facing parents in their active participation in education of preschool learners. Parents should be encouraged through various programs on participation in education welfare of their preschool learners. Awareness programs for parents should be organized informing them on the benefit of their participation in education activities for their children. Parents should also be enlightened on the best communication practices with both their children and the school administration to foster good parent-teacher and parent-child relationship. The study suggest that future studies should be done on institutional factors influencing parental participation in education welfare of the preschool learners and socio-demographic factors influencing parental participation in education welfare of the preschool learners.
The Influence of Parental Involvement on the Learning outcomes of their Child...iosrjce
Parental involvement in their children's education has been proven by research to improve the
children's confidence, interest and performance at school. A qualitative case study to evaluate the influence of
parental involvement was conducted. The study sample was purposively sampled and consisted of 20 school
heads, 20 teachers and 20 pupils. The researcher was the main research instrument during data gathering. She
assumed the role of the interviewer and an observer. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis. The
findings showed that, parents who had children enrolled in rural and public urban schools were less committed
to their children's learning. Further, they were not worried much about their children’s school environment.
They consulted less with the teachers and did not supervise their children’s home work. Parents whose children
were in private schools had better communication and interaction with their children’s teachers. There were
various models that were used to improve parent-teacher relationship for the betterment of the children's
learning needs. The study recommended -devolvement of engagement strategies, improved communication
channels, supervised parental involvement in school activities andmonitoring and evaluation measures to assess
performance, progress, outcome and impact of engagement strategies.
Perceptions and Challenges of using Play Activities as Pedagogy: Perspectives...Premier Publishers
The study investigated the perceptions and challenges in using play activities as pedagogy in public kindergarten schools in the Ablekuma South Metro of the Greater Accra Region. Cross-sectional survey design was adopted for the study. Using the census sampling procedure, 164 kindergarten teachers were sampled for the study. A likert-type scale questionnaire was used to gather the requisite data for the study. The data were analysed using frequencies, percentages and the independent samples T-test. The study found out that teachers had positive perception about using play activities. It also came to light that lack of adequate funding; teaching learning resources, and inadequate qualified practitioners inhibited the use of play in kindergartens. There was ass statistically significant difference between male and female kindergarten teachers on the basis of the challenges encountered in the use of play activities. The study recommended that, the Ablekuma South-Metro, in collaboration with the educational directorate and schools organise in-service training on the significance of play activities to the holistic development of early learners. The educational directorate and the sampled school, with the support of the Parent Teacher Association should provide the basic teaching and learning materials required for children to engage in a meaningful and intellectual play.
Increasing Parent and Teacher Involvement: Employing Research Discoveries to ...Bilinguistics
Involving caregivers and teachers in the therapeutic process is a major component of successful therapy. However, social, familial, personal, and environmental factors can make caregiver and teacher involvement difficult.
In this course we identify the benefits of family involvement and will then provide five research-based strategies for how to improve our interactions with families and teachers. We refer to the strategies as SMILE (Sign, Model, Imitate, Label, and Expand). These strategies have been found to improve communication skills in young children. We will define the SMILE strategies, provide the rationale behind them, and demonstrate how to implement the strategies when serving an early-childhood population.
A toolkit for principals, teachers and parents about doing what matters most.
Everything you need is in this toolkit: clear and easy instructions; separate handouts for principals, teachers and parents; and the research evidence you need to convince everyone this is worthwhile!
This presentation explores ideas and strategies to help teachers and schools move beyond traditional practices of asking parents to participate and support school activities into forming full engaged partnerships.
My research focuses on teaching sexuality education at the basic level. This will focus on how sexuality education teaching is carried out at a basic level and delivered in the classroom and will also study the perceptions of teachers and students towards sexuality education in the context of Nepal.
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
Level of influence of parental involvement on the selected tangub city nation...Elton John Embodo
This study of ours is entitled "LEVEL OF INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT ON THE SELECTED TANGUB CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.
This is the final version of our study, I hope it will help you.
Perceptions and Challenges of using Play Activities as Pedagogy: Perspectives...Premier Publishers
The study investigated the perceptions and challenges in using play activities as pedagogy in public kindergarten schools in the Ablekuma South Metro of the Greater Accra Region. Cross-sectional survey design was adopted for the study. Using the census sampling procedure, 164 kindergarten teachers were sampled for the study. A likert-type scale questionnaire was used to gather the requisite data for the study. The data were analysed using frequencies, percentages and the independent samples T-test. The study found out that teachers had positive perception about using play activities. It also came to light that lack of adequate funding; teaching learning resources, and inadequate qualified practitioners inhibited the use of play in kindergartens. There was ass statistically significant difference between male and female kindergarten teachers on the basis of the challenges encountered in the use of play activities. The study recommended that, the Ablekuma South-Metro, in collaboration with the educational directorate and schools organise in-service training on the significance of play activities to the holistic development of early learners. The educational directorate and the sampled school, with the support of the Parent Teacher Association should provide the basic teaching and learning materials required for children to engage in a meaningful and intellectual play.
Increasing Parent and Teacher Involvement: Employing Research Discoveries to ...Bilinguistics
Involving caregivers and teachers in the therapeutic process is a major component of successful therapy. However, social, familial, personal, and environmental factors can make caregiver and teacher involvement difficult.
In this course we identify the benefits of family involvement and will then provide five research-based strategies for how to improve our interactions with families and teachers. We refer to the strategies as SMILE (Sign, Model, Imitate, Label, and Expand). These strategies have been found to improve communication skills in young children. We will define the SMILE strategies, provide the rationale behind them, and demonstrate how to implement the strategies when serving an early-childhood population.
A toolkit for principals, teachers and parents about doing what matters most.
Everything you need is in this toolkit: clear and easy instructions; separate handouts for principals, teachers and parents; and the research evidence you need to convince everyone this is worthwhile!
This presentation explores ideas and strategies to help teachers and schools move beyond traditional practices of asking parents to participate and support school activities into forming full engaged partnerships.
My research focuses on teaching sexuality education at the basic level. This will focus on how sexuality education teaching is carried out at a basic level and delivered in the classroom and will also study the perceptions of teachers and students towards sexuality education in the context of Nepal.
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
Level of influence of parental involvement on the selected tangub city nation...Elton John Embodo
This study of ours is entitled "LEVEL OF INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT ON THE SELECTED TANGUB CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.
This is the final version of our study, I hope it will help you.
Identification and discussion of the four critical traits for successful leadership of change in the new world of Agile. Presented at LAST Conference 1st July 2016. Enjoy!
Functions of socialization, types of socialization and institutes of socialization. Family, Peer group, School, The work place, Religion and Mass media.
CHAPTER 1 HISTORY, THEORY, AND RESEARCH STRATEGIESWHAT’S AHEAD I.docxbartholomeocoombs
CHAPTER 1 HISTORY, THEORY, AND RESEARCH STRATEGIES
WHAT’S AHEAD IN CHAPTER 1
1.1 The Field of Child Development
Domains of Development • Periods of Development
1.2 Basic Issues
Continuous or Discontinuous Development? • One Course of Development or Many? • Relative Influence of Nature and Nurture? • A Balanced Point of View
■ BIOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT: Resilient Children
1.3 Historical Foundations
Medieval Times • The Reformation • Philosophies of the Enlightenment • Scientific Beginnings
1.4 Mid-Twentieth-Century Theories
The Psychoanalytic Perspective • Behaviorism and Social Learning Theory • Piaget’s Cognitive-Developmental Theory
1.5 Recent Theoretical Perspectives
Information Processing • Developmental Neuroscience • Ethology and Evolutionary Developmental Psychology • Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory • Ecological Systems Theory • Development as a Dynamic System
■ SOCIAL ISSUES: HEALTH: Family Chaos Undermines Children’s Well-Being
1.6 Comparing Child Development Theories
1.7 Studying the Child
Common Research Methods • General Research Designs • Designs for Studying Development • Improving Developmental Designs
■ CULTURAL INFLUENCES: Immigrant Youths: Adapting to a New Land
1.8 Ethics in Research on Children
The youngest of six children, Reiko Nagumo was born in Los Angeles in 1934 to Japanese-immigrant parents who had become naturalized U.S. citizens. On December 7, 1941, when Reiko was in second grade, the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, an event that caused the United States to declare war on Japan and enter World War II. In the days that followed, Reiko’s best friend, Mary Frances, approached her at school and said, “Reiko, my mama told me to tell you that I’m not allowed to play with you anymore because you’re Japanese, and we’re at war with Japan.”
The only Japanese student in her class, Reiko became the target of her classmates’ harassment, including name-calling, hitting, and spitting. Still, Mary Frances remained Reiko’s friend at school, becoming her protective, side-by-side partner as the children transitioned between their homeroom and the school library—a kindness encouraged by the girls’ classroom teacher. After returning from winter break in January of 1942, Mary Frances approached Reiko excitedly and invited her over to see the gifts she had received at Christmastime.
“But you’re not allowed to play with me,” Reiko reminded Mary Frances.
“Oh, my mama won’t know,” Mary Frances replied. “She works at the hospital, and I have a key.”
After school, the two friends ran to Mary Frances’s home, but as they entered, they heard her Uncle Bill approaching through another door. Quickly, Mary Frances directed Reiko to hide behind the sofa, but Uncle Bill, hearing the girls talking, found Reiko, dragged her out, and told her to go home and never come back. Then he threatened, “Mary Frances, I’m going to punish you.”
Soon after, the U.S. government issued an executive order requiring tens of thousands of American citizens of Japanes.
This ethnographic analysis of Bhutanese students enrolled in a community college is a cultural translation of samaj (community). Student experiences inside and outside the classroom are examined through interviews, observation, and participant observation. Responses from community college instructors are also analyzed leading to a necessary call for change.
Effectiveness of Role Play and Bibliotherapy in Attitude Change of Primary Sc...iosrjce
The research addressed two major problems, namely, the persistent negative attitude towards
learners with special needs and the effectiveness of role play and bibliotherapy in attitude change of primary
school pupils. The main purpose of the research was to examine the effectiveness of role play and bibliotherapy
on attitude change of primary school pupils towards learners with special needs in Aba Abia State. The purpose
of the study was achieved through a research question and five null hypotheses which guided the conduct of the
study. The theory of Albert Bandura (social learning) provided the theoretical framework that guided the study.
Relevant literature was reviewed on the concepts of attitude, learners with special needs, bibliotherapy and role
play. Relevant literature were also reviewed on the concept of inclusive education and studies on attitudes and
the effectiveness of role play and bibliotherapy as attitude change techniques brought out the gaps in the field
which the study proceeded to fill. Two research designs, namely, survey and the Solomon four group designs
were adopted to respond to the problems of this study. All the primary six school pupils in Aba primary schools
in Abia State constituted the population while a sample of 104 was selected for the survey and 40 from two
schools were selected for the experiment from primary six pupils in Aba. One instrument and two programmes
were used for the successful implementation of the study which were validated by experts. The research question
was analyzed using mean and standard deviation methods, while the five hypotheses were tested using t-test for
correlated and independent samples, and two and one way analysis of variance at 0.05 level of significance. The
findings of the research indicated that the pupil’s attitude towards learners with special needs in Aba Abia State
is negative but improved significantly after they were exposed to the NRPEP and NBP respectively. This implied
the effectiveness of NRPEP and NBP in attitude change of primary school pupils.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
This slide is special for master students (MIBS & MIFB) in UUM. Also useful for readers who are interested in the topic of contemporary Islamic banking.
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Biological screening of herbal drugs: Introduction and Need for
Phyto-Pharmacological Screening, New Strategies for evaluating
Natural Products, In vitro evaluation techniques for Antioxidants, Antimicrobial and Anticancer drugs. In vivo evaluation techniques
for Anti-inflammatory, Antiulcer, Anticancer, Wound healing, Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Cardio protective, Diuretics and
Antifertility, Toxicity studies as per OECD guidelines
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
1. A Brief Introduction
to Socialization
Robert Croker
Center for Japanese Studies
Nanzan University
2. Definition of Socialization
Socialization is the process that prepares humans to
function in social life. It begins before children are born and
continues all of a person's life.
Socialization has two functions:
1. Provide a foundation for the development of the
individual’s personality (relatively stable set of attitudes,
values, and behaviors) and a sense of self (the conscious
recognition of being a distinct individual).
2. Ensure the continuity of society by teaching new
members the accepted or preferred ways of doing things.
Source: Scott, B. M., & Schwartz, M. A. A. (2006). Sociology: Making sense
of the social world (2nd ed.). Pearson.
3. Socialization and Culture
Socialization is culturally relative:
The processes of socialization vary depending
upon the culture – people in different cultures
are socialized differently.
The outcomes of socialization vary –
socialization reproduces and sustains culturally
preferred behaviors, values, and ways of
thinking, and culturally preferred ways of
doing things.
4. Today's Questions
1. How are Japanese children socialized at
Japanese preschools and primary schools?
2.What are some of the culturally preferred
behaviors, values, and ways of thinking that these
processes might create?
5.
6. Primary vs. Secondary
Continues all through life, with two overlapping processes:
Primary socialization – takes place early in life in infancy
and childhood through to adolescence. Usually takes places
at home, within the family. Most intense period of cultural
learning.
Secondary socialization – takes place throughout life as
people encounter new groups, roles, and social situations.
Usually takes places outside the family e.g. at school,
through peers, at the workplace, at the church, synagogue
or mosque, and through the media.
Source: Scott & Schwartz (2006)
7. Stages in the Life Course
infancy and childhood: birth to 12
new borns (birth to four weeks old)
infants (four weeks to one year old)
toddlers (one to three years old)
preschooler (three to five years old)
school age child (five to 12 years old)
adolescence: 13 to late teens (vs. puberty)
roles: explicitly assume the status of learner within the
family and school, but increasingly independent over time
8. Natural vs. Planned
Natural socialization – through play.
Planned socialization – other people take specific
actions designed to teach or train a person.
Source: Scott & Schwartz (2006)
14. Hoikuen vs.Yochien
Hoikuen 保育園
(nursery school)
- for working parents*
- from 1 month to 5 y.o.
- run all day*, M-F*, all year*
- some offer extended care
- no buses, no uniforms
- food, snacks provided
- not enough – waiting lists
- Ministry of Health, Labor & Welfare
(厚生労働省 Kousei Roudou Shou)
Youchien 幼稚園
(kindergarten)
- for all parents
- for preschoolers (3-5 y.o.)
- 9am~2pm, Monday~Friday
- have long holidays in
summer, winter, spring
- usually buses, uniforms
- must bring o-bento
- wider variety of choice
- Ministry of Education, Culture,
Sports, Science and Technology
MEXT (文部科学省 Monbu Kagaku Shou)
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Preschool Education and Care in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
16. Hoikuen vs.Yochien (2008)
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Preschool Education and Care in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
Age Hoikuen (000) Yochien (000)
0 50 (4%) -
1 230 (22%) -
2 320 (29%) -
3 400 (38%) 430 (41%)
4 460 (42%) 600 (55%)
5 455 (41%) 645 (58%)
17. Preschool in Three Cultures Revisited
Socialization:
• Children have fewer siblings and the quality of parenting
in Japan is decreasing. Also, there are fewer opportunities
to play with neighborhood kids.
• Preschools are expected to compensate for this situation
by providing opportunities for socially complex play.
– Crying and fighting are symptoms of social inexperience and are
an opportunity to learn.
• That is, preschools are playing a larger role in socializing
children. Some argue that primary socialization is
becoming less important, and secondary socialization is
being given a larger role in contemporary Japan.
18. Characteristics of Preschools
• Both intellectual development and emotional/social
development are emphasized, as they are seen to be
closely related.
• Preschools and teachers have a great deal of freedom
about what and how to teach, and there is a great deal of
diversity, so parents can choose* what type of education
their child will receive.
• The primary roles of national and local governments are
to set standards for buildings and facilities, organize and
facilitate teachers' careers, and decide the basic
direction of care and educational activities.
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Preschool Education and Care in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
19. Characteristics of Preschools
• Free playtime is much longer than in Chinese preschools,
and teachers often play with children just like their peers,
playing the hidden role of activating children’s play.
• Outdoor activities as well as indoor activities are
emphasized.
• Japanese preschools do not overprotect young children,
letting them wear less clothes with the feet often bare,
experience small and slight injuries, etc.
• On the other hand, teachers keep in constant contact with
parents about the children’s daily health, behavior, and
learning, using notebooks for two-way communication.
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Preschool Education and Care in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
22. Today's Questions
1. How are Japanese children socialized at
Japanese preschools and primary schools?
2.What are some of the culturally preferred
behaviors, values, and ways of thinking that these
processes might create?
As you discuss these questions, you could
explore the answers that people in your own
country might give.
23. Preschool in Three Cultures:
Words
• hoikuen 保育園 nursery school
• youchien 幼稚園 kindergarten
• ijime いじめ bullying
• amae 甘え sense of dependency
• kodomo rashii 子供らしい childlike
• mi-mamoru 見守る to look, guard, protect
• omoiyari 思いやり empathy
• ki ga tsuku 気がつく learn to anticipate
needs of others
• tate-wari kyouiku タテ割り教育 mixed-age education
25. Source: Benesse Educational Research and Development Institute
(2016). Research on Home Education: From early childhood to first grad
of elementary school (longitudinal survey). Tokyo: Benesse.
29. Characteristics of Primary Schools
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Primary Schools in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
30. Characteristics of Primary Schools
• compulsory
• academic year: April 1st to March 31st, with three terms
• entrance: children who are aged 6 on April 1st
• no skipping or repeating grades; pupils absent for a long
time always return to their age grade
• 99.9% are public, run by the local municipality
• designated school districts, little cross-district enrolment
• increasing number of school hours per week as children
get older
• most primary schools provide lunch, served by pupils
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Primary Schools in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
31. Characteristics of Primary Schools
• one classroom teacher is in charge of each classroom,
and in principle teaches all subjects
• however, upper grades usually have subject-specific
teachers e.g. science, music, home economics, (English)
• subjects decided by the central Ministry of Education
(MEXT) in a Course of Study updated every decade or so
• each pupil's performance is kept in a teaching-learning
record; reports are issued to parents each term
• textbooks are provided free of charg, and children carry
school bags called randoseru
• most schools do not have uniforms, but some do
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Primary Schools in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
32. Primary Schools
Source: National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Primary Schools in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
35. Today's Questions
1. How are Japanese children socialized at
Japanese preschools and primary schools?
2.What are some of the culturally preferred
behaviors, values, and ways of thinking that these
processes might create?
As you discuss these questions, you could
explore the answers that people in your own
country might give.
36. Primary School in Japan:
Words #1
• nakama 仲間 group of people naturally
belonging together
• uchi 家, 内 primary group one belongs
to and identifies with
• tomodachi 友達 friend
• attakasa 暖かさ warmth
• yasashisa 優しさ kindness
• han 班 small group organization
• seikatsu han 生活班 daily life small group
• kyuushoku han 給食班 lunch group
• kakari han 係班 extra duties group
• nitchoku touban 日直当番 daily monitor
37. Primary School in Japan:
Words #2
• nisshi 日誌 class diary
• gakkyuu kai 学級会 class meeting
• wakare kai 別れ会 farewell party
• zen-in asobi 全員遊び everyone playing together
• sotsugyou happyou kai 卒業発表会 graduation show
• sotsugyou shiki 卒業式 graduation ceremony
• ganbari nooto 頑張りノート trying-your-best notebook
• jibun o kitaeru hi 自分を鍛える日 days for self-discipline
• mokuhyou 目標 goal
• katamaru 固まる making a hard lump or clique
• matomeru まとめる coherent, collected, in order, united
• joushiki 常識 common sense
38. Main References
Benesse Educational Research and Development Institute (2016).
Research on home education: From early childhood to first grade of
elementary school (longitudinal survey). Tokyo: Benesse.
City of Yokohama. (Summer 2015) NakaWard Town News.
Erikson,T. H. (2015). Small places, large issues:An introduction to social
and cultural anthropology. London: Pluto Press.
Giddens, A. (2009). Sociology (6th ed.). Cambridge: Polity Press.
National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Preschool education and care in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
National Institute for Educational Policy Research (NIER) (2011).
Primary schools in Japan. Tokyo: NIER.
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (2016),
OECD family database. Retrieved from
http://www.oecd.org.els/family/database.htm
Scott, B. M., & Schwartz, M. A. A. (2006). Sociology: Making sense of the
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