CHP 4 DQ

Annette Lareau discusses in her book Unequal Childhoods that parenting strategies vary by social class. For example, middle-class parents are more likely to stress independence and self-direction, whereas working-class parents prioritize obedience to external authority. She points out that it is unclear whether these differences affect the long-term outcomes of children. 

• Long Interview

To Do:

After watching the interview with Annette Lareau (see link above), answer the following discussion questions:

1. How do      parents of different social classes socialize their children differently?
2. Describe      these differences
3. Explain      what Lareau concludes about how family socialization reproduces social      inequality.

Grading: 

Post an initial 250 word response by Wednesday and three responses (50 words minimum) to other students