for this assignment you are a camp direct who runs a camp for children respond with 250 words . 50 words per idea
Instructions
1. Considering the 5 components of the socio-ecological model, jot down a couple of ideas on how each of the components could impact a child in your program:
- individual
- interpersonal
- organizational
- community
- public policy
Influences on Learning
Social Ecological Model
Read Wikipedia’s definition of the Social Ecology Model. You will see this model (see Figure 1) is a framework to examine the multiple effects and interrelatedness of social elements in an environment. Social ecology is the study of people, their environment, and the influences they have on one another. When trying to understand how learning occurs in our programs, it is useful to keep this model in mind because it illustrates not only the individual (camper or program participant, staff, YOU!) and their abilities but also the surrounding environment that includes interpersonal relationships (family, friends, other people, etc.), but also organizations, the communities with whom that individual interacts, and public policies that influence the individual.
Figure 1. Social Ecological Model
Points to Ponder About the Model
So what influences the learning of the individual? You can likely think of many factors that exert influence on the individual: genetics, intelligence, resilience, gender, skills, beliefs, knowledge, health (physical and mental), “grit”, aspirations, and motivation. Consider the other environmental components of the model and think about where your camp/program contributes to the other components of the model. For example, what interpersonal relationships fostered in your program influence the learning of individuals associated with your camp or program? What about organizational influences? Community? Public policy? All of the components of this model are important to consider when trying to understand how learning happens- and can be shaped- in your camp or program!
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