Chapter 3: The Self,
Social, and Moral Development
Annie, a fifth-grade student in Mr.
Baer's class, is being quiet and sullen for the fifth day in a row. I just
can’t do this writing stuff," she finally says in an appeal to Mr. Baer.
"I'm not a good student. Give me P.E. or art over this stuff any
day!"
- Discuss Annie's problem from the perspective of the
development of self-concept and self-esteem.
- Analyse her views of self in the different subjects
that she mentions in her interactions with people. For example, is her
writing self-concept likely to influence her interaction or relationships
with peers or parents? Explain.
- Based on the guidelines provided in your textbook,
suggest some ways that Annie's teacher can help her to develop a more
positive self-concept as a student in general and on writing tasks in
particular.
- How did your reflections on this case study prepare you
to become more responsibly engaged in the world?