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Case Study: Culturally Specific Child Rearing Practices Swinson 1 Case Study: Culturally Specific Child Rearing Practices Brienna Swinson School of Education, Liberty University Author Note Brienna Swinson I have no known conflict of interest to disclose. Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Brienna Swinson. Email: bswinson3@liberty.edu
Case Study: Culturally Specific Child Rearing Practices Swinson 2 Key Issues The case study features issues related to racism and discrimination in the lives of African Americans, and how it reflects in daily situations, such as the school environment. First, it addresses the experience of racism faced by as described by the mother, who recounts both her own experience with racial bias with her mother and how it affected the both of them. Following her statement the mother discusses what she learned from the experience and how the nature of racism shaped her responses to discriminatory behavior. Tutwiler (2005) mentions that adults may follow "cultural scripts" in the process of child rearing that are rooted in the family's cultural history. This is true for Stephanie's mother as she explains that particular encounters of discriminatory behaviors will happen and teach her how to respond. Lastly, Stephanie's mother asserts to the teacher to make aware that these experiences affect a child's development and well- being, especially in the school environment and that she is teaching Stephanie to stand up for herself and that equality is a human right for all. Plan for Developing and Maintaining a Positive Relationship To maintain a positive working relationship with the parent and support the student it is important to have open communication, building relationships, involving the parent, and providing a curriculum that is inclusive. Providing an open line of communication with the mother would be first in this plan and showing an understanding towards her concerns and that she can be heard. The lack of communication between the parent and teacher is one of the main reasons why many issues arise in schools. Having an open communication to discuss Stephanie's progress and any concerns, keeps the mother informed and could provide some relief. Providing this open communication directly involves the parents in their students' education. By encouraging and integrating parental
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