Achievement of children in academics: An exploration into parental philosophies /

Title

Achievement of children in academics: An exploration into parental philosophies /

Creator

Surendra, Karnik Rajeshwari. - 0934208

Description

The current study is an exploration into parental philosophies behind their involvement in the academic lives of their children. 14 pairs of parents and children were interviewed and the data gathered was analyzed using thematic analysis. The role that parents play in shaping the academic and vocational choices of their children was analyzed. The framework of this study included childrens perspectives on parental involvement in their academic lives as well. This was to gain insight into childrens point of view on how similar or different their thinking was from their parents on matters such as education, hobbies, career goals, academic expectations.

Date

2010-05-19

Publisher

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)

Subject

Psychology

Format

PDF

Language

English

Type

MPhil