Writing Homework Help

I’m trying to study for my Writing course and I need some help to understand this question.

Introduction:

Human beings have an intense need to feel connected to other human beings.  We can’t thrive without that connection in our lives.  When children are routinely ignored, isolated, or supervised by the television they begin to feel invisible.  A child who does not feel a sense of belonging may gradually become alienated, rebellious, or withdrawn (Hallowell, 2003).  Much of what is called misbehavior is simply an attempt by the child to become visible one way or another.  

Scenario: You have been working in a preschool classroom for the last four months.  After several observations and comments by colleagues, the director calls you into her office.  She explains that she, along with many of your colleagues, have noticed the effective communication you provide the children in your care and the positive effect it has had on their behavior.  The director has asked that you prepare a presentation for the next staff meeting to highlight some of the strategies you are using in your classroom. 

The Prompt:

Respond to the following prompt(s) for your discussion forum post:

1.  Explain why communication is important for child guidance including the following information:

• attentive listening
• three basic needs underlying requests for help
• positive instructions versus negative commands
• assertive communication

2.  Identify how you will build relationships through positive communication as an early childhood professional including the following information:

• How will you help children develop a sense of belonging or connection in your classroom?
• How will you address underlying feelings?
• How you will use assertive communication to build relationships with children?
• How will you use positive communication to promote desired behavior?
• How will you help children resolve conflicts?