Developing resiliency in children : a school-wide program
Date
1998
Authors
Goodrick, Jodi
University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education
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Publisher
Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 1998
Abstract
This research project addresses the area of Resiliency, specifically, "Why do some
children in high risk circumstances develop resilience and bounce back from adversity
while others fail to thrive? Further, what could educators and schools as a whole do, if
anything, to help those that appear to be having difficulty coping with their life
situation?
Initially, I had wanted to develop a 'program' to help children develop resiliency
traits. However, as I began to study the literature and work on research in this area I
discovered that resilience could not be taught through a 'program' but rather it was a
'process' of empowerment for children to learn from. As a school we determined that
we had to restructure to assist kids in their personal development. We were quickly
becoming understaffed and unable to meet the demands of all students so we tried to
develop pro-active programs aimed at helping all kids.This research first addresses
resiliency and what it is and then discusses one's school's way to enhance and
develop resiliency in students.
Description
v, 91 leaves ; 28 cm. --
Keywords
Resilience (Personality trait) in children , Child psychology , Self-esteem in children