An excellent website on emotional intelligence, including information about why it is important and methods for studying emotions. (
http://www.unh.edu/emotional_intelligence/
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In-depth information about Kohlberg's theory, including the six stages, examples of responses to moral dilemmas, implications of Kohlberg's theory for education, and an evaluation of his theory. (
http://faculty.plts.edu/gpence/html/kohlberg.htm
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Extensive descriptions of the ethics of care, including resources for reading further about Carol Gilligan's views on gender and moral development. (
http://www.stolaf.edu/people/huff/classes/handbook/Gilligan.html
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An in-depth exploration of gender stereotyping in children's literature with links to a wide range of gender websites. (
http://www.kidsource.com/education/gender.issues.L.A.html
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Explore various aspects of androgyny. This brief article provides links to other resources related to androgyny, including the classic work of Sandra Bem. (
http://www3.azwestern.edu/psy/dgershaw/lol/androgyny.htm
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Examine the importance of supporting ways for parents and families to become more involved in schools. (
http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/envrnmnt/famncomm/pa100.htm
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The website of the Stepfamily Association of America. Read a featured article about stepfamilies as well as reviews of books on stepfamilies. (
http://www.stepfam.org/
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This website is based on Barbara Coloroso's book The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander and presents the various issues related to bullying and being bullied. (
http://www.kidsareworthit.com
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An excellent website for learning more about many aspects social cognition; includes abstracts of papers, links to information about researchers, and connections to many websites that explore social cognition topics. (
http://www.psych.purdue.edu/~esmith/scarch.html
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A leading expert on children's friendships, Willard Hartup, examines the factors involved in making and keeping friends, as well as friendships in school settings. (
http://www.vtaide.com/png/ERIC/Having-Friends1.htm
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The article "Parent-Generated Home Study in Canada" discusses the history, trends, legalities, and strategies of home schooling across the country. (
http://user.fundy.net/fplace/overview.htm
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Read this brief excerpt by the text authors on Ryan and Adam's findings on SES in Canada. (
http://www.mcgrawhill.ca/college/olcsupport/santrockLSD1/Ch11page1.htm
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This excerpt from the 8th U.S. edition of Santrock's Life-Span Development text (p. 339) describes practical tips for promoting diversity in the classroom. (
http://www.mcgrawhill.ca/college/olcsupport/santrockLSD1/Ch11page2.htm
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