In this undergraduate seminar, students will examine the complex relationships between family and school systems in the United States and the United Kingdom. We will be examining family-school connections, by taking a look at the nature of both systems as they relate to child development. The course begins with an introduction to the developmental-ecological-systems perspective. We will then consider existing theories regarding family engagement in children’s education, review empirical studies testing aspects of these theories, and consider school policies and practices. Case studies will be used to generate questions and discussion.
Meets the Societies & Social Sciences Core requirement.
Location
Fall seminar: NYU Washington Square
January travel: NYU London
Travel Dates
January 6-11, 2025 (Students to fly overnight on January 5)
Faculty
Adina Schick, Clinical Associate Professor of Applies Psychology, Department of Applied Psychology
Academics
Accepted students will be sent a permission code to register for the following course in Albert:
- APSY-UE 1278, section 095 (Class #1640) Families, Schools and Child Development (4 credits)
This course is offered through the Department of Applied Psychology.