Title: Analyze the meaning of work and the meaning of family.
Course: Introduction to Early Childhood Education (19153-18) > Section: Balancing Work and Family

Analysis should include

- evaluating work and family systems
- assessing characteristics of strong work and family organizations
- examining the evolution of the workforce
- identifying the benefits of strong work ethic
- describing the roles and responsibilities of employees and family members
- determining the effects of interdependence on family members
- evaluating ways the evolution of the family life cycle affects decision making
- defining personal and family values.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What criteria should one use to assess work and family systems?
- What are the roles and responsibilities of a supportive family system?

Communication

- How can those in the workplace be respectful of families and individuals?
- How can one demonstrate cultural and linguistic responsiveness?
- How can family members at different stages of life communicate their values and choices?

Leadership

- How can the family and the employer develop leadership skills in individuals?
- How can leadership skills be integrated into the family and the workplace?

Management

- How can one develop a life and career plan that reflects one’s values?
- How can an individual’s management skills be integrated into the family and into the workplace?
- What resources can help one define and cultivate work and family values?