Socialization In Colonial New England

1. Background Issues

Appropriateness of perceiving children as "mini adults."

Should children be confronted with the "defects of their nature" (p. 29) and struggle with them?

2. Premise for the view of the child in colonial New England

Child is innately depraved due to original sin----- he/she needs goodness poured in from without

Philosophy????

3. Curriculum as response

A. What was the need?

Restrain evil inclination

B. What was deemed necessary for success?

Obedience

C. What was curricular response?

Lessons organized around rote memorization with special religious emphasis

4. Child Profile

· mini adult i.e., reserved and introspective

· seeking consensus and approval

· fearing for one's salvation (p.32)

· diligent and persistent

5. Adolescent Socialization

Revolves around apprenticeships. Why????

The premise was that (p.34) a child lears best in an atmosphere not so likely to be forgiving and permissive as the home would be.

6. Adult Socialization

Harnessing even marriage relationships to serve the Puritan ideals.

Back To Home

[ Mission ] [ Rationale ] [ Courses On-Line ] [ College Admissions Policy ] [ Program Advisement ] [ Hot Topics ]

[ Join In ] 1