Introduction

How Do You Make Time For Others?

Family activities don't have to be elaborate, expensive planned out ideas. Sometimes, simple is better. Just be willing to give your time and attention, and don't forget the simple things in life.

  • Read a book together
  • Fly a kite
  • Bake cookies
  • Go fishing
  • Plant flowers
  • Build a tent and eat lunch inside
  • Go for a walk
  • Shoot hoops or play catch
  • Play hide and seek
  • Catch Fireflies

 

Task

Your Task

1. In a mentoring team, discussion is essential. Allow each member to share ideas during each step of the WebQuest process.

2. During this study you will be discussing time management for the family.

3. Follow the six process steps.

Step 1 - Learn about the family history.

Step 2 - Read the case study and answer the reflection questions.

Step 3 - Produce a Problem Statement and add it to the Discussion/Communication box to share what you have done with others.

Step 4 - Use the Links to go on a WebQuest to research on the web.

Step 5 - Produce a Hypothesis and use the Discussion/Communication box to share what you have come up with.

Step 6 - Finally, use the Discussion/Communication box again to reflect and share on the learning experience.

 

Process

STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 | STEP 5 | STEP 6


Step 1: Learn about a family

Pick a family from the choices linked on the family history page and learn about a family, their history and all the struggles they are currently facing.

Family History Page

 

STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 | STEP 5 | STEP 6

Step 2: Read a case study on the family you picked

Read a case study from one of the following categories that match the family history that you read from Step 1

newlyweds

grandparents raising their grandchild

Create a list on a piece of paper under the heading: "What do we know?" This may include data from the family history, the case study, or information based on prior knowledge.

 

 

STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 | STEP 5 | STEP 6

Step 3: Develop a Problem Statement

A problem statement should come from your analysis of what you know. The problem statement will probably have to be refined as new information is discovered and brought to bear on the situation. Typical problem statements may be based on discrepant events, incongruities, anomalies, or stated needs of the family.

Need Help? View Problem Statement Helps

"What is this families problem"

Problem Statement Discussion Boards

Enter The Family Life Curriculum Forum and submit your problem statement on the discussion page.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forum Rules:

1. You must log on by creating a user name and password.

2. Each group should maintain the same user name to enable discussion consistency.

3. You may not use the discussion boards for sales or advertisements.

4. You may not use profanity.

5. Respect and courtesy for others is required.

 

 

STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 | STEP 5 | STEP 6

Step 4: Gather information on the Web

Search for what you need to know about your study

List on paper what is needed for your family. Presented with the problem, you will need to find information on this topic to research family issues. Make a second list on your paper under the heading: "What do we need to know?" These questions will guide searches that will take place on-line.

Click here to research the newlyweds
Click here to research the single Mom
Click here to research the blended family
Click here to research the grandparents

 

 

Step 5: Formulate a hypothesis

Under the heading: "What should we do?" list actions that may be taken, recommendations and solutions.

Need Help? View Hypothesis Helps

"What should we do?"

Hypothesis Statement Discussion Boards

Enter The Family Life Curriculum Forum and submit your hypothesis statement on the discussion page.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forum Rules:

1. You must log on by creating a user name and password.

2. Each group should maintain the same user name to enable discussion consistency.

3. You may not use the discussion boards for sales or advertisements.

4. You may not use profanity.

5. Respect and courtesy for others is required

 

 

STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 | STEP 5 | STEP 6

Step 6: Reflection and Sharing

As part of reflection and sharing, present your findings and recommendations. The presentation should bring together all the material gathered in the previous steps. Analyze the problem statement, questions, data gathered, analysis of data, and support for solutions and recommendations based on other peoples comments in the discussion pages to make an argument to support your solution.

Need Help? View Reflection Helps

"Conclusion"

Reflection Statement Discussion Boards

Enter The Family Life Curriculum Forum and submit your reflection statement on the discussion page.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forum Rules:

1. You must log on by creating a user name and password.

2. Each group should maintain the same user name to enable discussion consistency.

3. You may not use the discussion boards for sales or advertisements.

4. You may not use profanity.

5. Respect and courtesy for others is required.

 

Conclusion

Lets see what we have learned!

We often feel that we don't have the time or energy to extend ourselves to others with the small gestures that compose what we call common courtesy. It sometimes seems that this kind of social awareness belongs to the past, when you were a newlywed, courting or when you first fell in love. Yet, when you extend this kind of courtesy to someone they always feel touched. When you lend a helping hand when your spouse is struggling with the groceries it makes an impression because you are taking the time from what you are doing to be considerate. Even when you simply make the effort to look at your spouse in the eye, smile, and say something supportive when you are unavailable to physically help you are giving them your time. In this way you can carry about yourself the elegance and grace of another time and era. Common courtesy is a small gesture that makes a big difference.