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EJ363043 UD513238

Title: Families and Schools.
Author(s): Coleman, James S.
Source: Educational Researcher, v16 n6 p32-38 Aug-Sep 1987
Publication Date: 1987
Language: English
Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--General (140)
Journal Announcement: CIJMAR1988

Examines reasons why families at all economic levels are becoming increasingly ill-equipped to provide the home setting that schools are designed to complement and augment in preparing the next generation. Indicates which elements are missing from home and community and suggests an approach toward a solution of the problem. (PS)

Descriptors: Attitude Change; *Change Agents; *Child Rearing; *Children; Day Care; *Family Characteristics; *Family Environment; Family Problems; Individual Needs; Role Perception
Identifiers: *Family Responsibility