a) After reading chapters 2 & 3 from Families in a Global Context answer the following questions. Once you have completed your posting, take time to read and respond to other classmates' postings. To receive full credit you must post your comment as well as reply to a classmate's post. Please see the rubric for grading criteria. (150 words)
- Discuss the issues surrounding families and gender in Wales? Are they similar or different than those found in the USA?
- Discuss the benefits of Sweden's "welfare" state for families.
- Would you want to live in such a country? Why or why not?
b) After reading chapter 2 from the textbook, Working with Families answer the following questions. Submit your assignment as a document.
Part 1 (200 words)
- What do you see as the difference between the Ecological View and the Family View?
- Identify two macrosystem (p.19) forces impacting your "family.
Part 2 (200 words) - Prepare a narrative about an important episode in your life according to the concepts of the constructionist approach. Make sure to write at least one sentence explaining how it connects to social constructionist approach.