Where Have All the Role Models Gone?

The contents of this article and the examples given and lessons proffered boil down to this: the need to ramp up positive role modeling. Role modeling isn't a part-time activity. It is a full-time obligation. To that end, parents and educators: (1) need to come up with strategies in advance tha...

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Published in:	The New England journal of higher education
Main Author:	Gross, Karen
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	New England Board of Higher Education 24-11-2020
Subjects:	Behavior Change Brain College Students Compliance (Psychology) COVID-19 High School Students Individual Development Pandemics Risk Role Models Student Behavior
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Summary:	The contents of this article and the examples given and lessons proffered boil down to this: the need to ramp up positive role modeling. Role modeling isn't a part-time activity. It is a full-time obligation. To that end, parents and educators: (1) need to come up with strategies in advance that recognize that young people need ways to engage safely; (2) must involve students in the planning of these activities that are COVID-safe; (3) need to question where students are and anticipate their behavior by offering alternatives; (4) need to talk more to students about risks and about solutions and about feelings and double standards; and (5) shouldn't make punishment the best solution as it doesn't work; instead, provide alternatives.
ISSN:	1938-5978