PARENT UNIVERSITY
Published on Nov 18, 2015
Parent University ~ Empowering parents with literacy skills and technological skills
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PARENT UNIVERSITY
Empowering parents with Literacy and Technology Skills
WHAT IS pARENT UNIVERSITY
- Parenting skills using love and logic
- Skills for parents – technology, Rosetta Stone
- Breaking down barriers
- Forging partnerships with parents
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goals of Parent University
- Establish solid partnerships and bridge the gap
- Support and extend student learning at home
- Build confidence in using computers
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PU ~Parental involvement= STUDENT SUCCESS
- English classes, tutoring, and parenting classes
- Sensitive to the parents’ native culture
- Classes on American culture.
- (Livestrong (2010) and Valezquez Press (2011))
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PU helps parents…
- to realize their Hopes and Dreams
- to understand, appreciate, get involved
- to have input into children’s education
- become computer savvy and monitor children
- learn to speak English /understand education system
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PRE SURVEY DATA
Parents are surveyed for knowledge of computer skills
and hopes and dreams
PU ~Students in the computer lab
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Session 1 sample lesson
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Brainstorming what is healthy in each culture, sharing recipes
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Survey about the effectiveness of the program
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How will the use of iPads aid in making these goals become reality?
- iPads are being used in schools~parents should become familiar
- iPads are more interactive and dynamic to use than laptops
- iPad apps are available to help with language translations to ease commun
- iPads provide user friendly opportunities to practice, learn and excel in
- Monitor internet use at home & take advantage of its applications
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