For this extra credit posting, I would like you to  watch the following video clips and comment on what you learned, your feelings about the educational concepts brought forth and any implications this might have for our school systems in general.  Your posting must  be at least 300 words or a paragraph of 10 lines to be considered for full credit. No peer responses or references are necessary. Maximum extra credit points =5. This is to encourage you to complete the Instructor Evaluation at the end of the semester.  Deal?

Since we are in the midst of learning about and discussing raising children, discipline, and schooling opportunities. I would like you to consider listening to and/or watching the following:

These links relate to a remarkable social change project, the Harlem Children’s Zone.  It addresses child development, parenting styles and discipline, as well as the poverty gap and HOPE. Their “Baby College” results have been remarkable and the program is still going strong. 

Try to watch all of the following links.  If you should have trouble accessing them, simply do a google search for the Harlem Children’s Zone and you will find ample information.

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H0k2TDZF7o&feature=channel

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbSQeJ6uZnc

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2tALLckjYU&feature=channel