ROLE
ROLE MODELS
ROLE
ROLE MODELS
ROLE/ROLE MODELS RELATED TOPICS
WHAT IS A ROLE MODEL?
HOW TO CHOOSE A ROLE MODEL?
HOW TO CHOOSE A ROLE MODEL RELATED TOPICS
WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF A ROLE MODEL?
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ROLE
A role (also rôle or social role) is a set of connected behaviours,
rights, obligations, beliefs, and norms as conceptualised by people
in a social situation. It is an expected or free or continuously
changing behaviour and may have a given individual social status or
social position. It is vital to both functionalist and interactionist
understandings of society.
Social role posits the following about social behaviour:
1. The division of labour in society takes the form of the interaction
among heterogeneous specialised positions, we call roles.
2. Social roles included appropriate and permitted forms of behaviour,
guided by social norms, which are commonly known and hence determine
the expectations for appropriate behaviour in these roles.
3. Roles are occupied by individuals, who are called actors.
4. When individuals approve of a social role (i.e., they consider the
role legitimate and constructive), they will incur costs to conform
to role norms, and will also incur costs to punish those who violate
role norms.
5. Changed conditions can render a social role outdated or illegitimate,
in which case social pressures are likely to lead to role change.
6. The anticipation of rewards and punishments, as well as the
satisfaction of behaving prosocially, account for why agents
conform to role requirements.
The notion of the role is examined in the social sciences, more
specifically economics, sociology and organisation theory.
Role
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role
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ROLE
MODEL
The term role model generally means any "person who serves as an example,
whose behavior is emulated by others".
The term first appeared in Robert K. Merton's socialization research of
medical students. Merton hypothesized that individuals compare themselves
with reference groups of people who occupy the social role to which the
individual aspires.
Community role models
Community role models are often overlooked and scarce. Teachers and parents
fill this gap and are considered a central influence to a child’s upbringing
and future success. Teachers, because of the large amount of time spent with
children, have such a huge impact on children that they’re being advised to
be likeable in order to build strong emotional relationships with children.
Research has shown that role models as teachers and doctors encourage people's
support for tobacco ban more effectively and directly than policy promotion.
Some community role models like the ones in western communities are usually
experts in a certain field. Whereas in other communities, like in indigenous
communities, role models are often based career choice (like teachers, doctors,
etc.) but by demonstrating to others how to do something for example in
indigenous Mexican communities parents take their children from newborns to work.
Anybody from the community has the potential to become a role model.
Indigenous community’s role models influence on children is largely effective
and powerful because of the high concentration. Indigenous community’s emotional
relationships are naturally developed and flourish due to the concentrated space
and knowing of one another. Close relationships further gives knowledge the
opportunity to be passed down from generation to generation, often preserving it.
For example, in the Warao indeginous society for a member to successfully
enculturate they must learn how to build canoes.
Role model
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role_model
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ROLE
ROLE MODEL
RELATED
TOPICS
Gender role
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gender_role
Social status
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_status
Transactional analysis
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transactional_analysis
Stereotypes
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stereotypes
Character mask
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Character_mask
Social position
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_position
Conflict theory
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conflict_theory
Role-playing
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role-playing
Role engulfment
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role_engulfment
Role suction
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role_suction
Role status
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Role_status
Identification (psychodynamic)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Identification_(psychodynamic)
Public figure
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_figure
Role engulfment
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role_engulfment
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WHAT
IS A
ROLE
MODEL?
What is a Role Model?
Five Qualities that Matter to Young People.
Role models come into young people’s lives in a variety of ways.
They are educators, civic leaders, mothers, fathers, clergy,
peers, and ordinary people encountered in everyday life. This
study showed than being a role model is not constrained to those
with fancy titles or personal wealth. In fact, students were
quick to state that “a true role model is not the person with the
best job title, the most responsibility, or the greatest fame to
his or her name.” Anyone can inspire a child to achieve their
potential in life.
The top five qualities of role models described by students in the
study are listed below. These qualities were woven through hundreds
of stories and life experiences that helped children form a vision
for their own futures. In a poll of 50 adult Facebook readers of
this blog, these same qualities were mentioned as adults reflected
on their own role models. The biggest difference was that adults
did not rank “commitment to community” as high as their younger
counterparts. They also mentioned qualities like compassion,
fearlessness, and listening skills. By far, the greatest attribute
of a role model is an ability to inspire others.
Passion and Ability to Inspire
Role models show passion for their work and have the capacity to
infect others with their passion. Speaking of several of his teachers,
one student said, “They’re so dedicated to teaching students and
helping students and empowering students. That is such a meaningful
gesture. They are always trying to give back to the next generation.
That really inspires me.”
Clear Set of Values
Role models live their values in the world. Children admire people who
act in ways that support their beliefs. It helps them understand how
their own values are part of who they are and how they might seek
fulfilling roles as adults. For example, students spoke of many people
who supported causes from education to poverty to the environment.
Role models helped these students understand the underlying values that
motivated people to become advocates for social change and innovation.
Commitment to Community
Role models are other-focused as opposed to self-focused. They are usually
active in their communities, freely giving of the time and talents to
benefit people. Students admired people who served on local boards, reached
out to neighbors in need, voted, and were active members of community
organizations.
Selflessness and Acceptance of Others
Related to the idea that role models show a commitment to their communities,
students also admired people for their selflessness and acceptance of others
who were different from them. One student spoke of her father, saying “He
never saw social barriers. He saw people’s needs and acted on them, no matter
what their background or circumstances. He was never afraid to get his hands
dirty. His lifestyle was a type of service. My father taught me to serve.”
Ability to Overcome Obstacles
Young people develop the skills and abilities of initiative when they learn to
overcome obstacles. Not surprisingly, they admire people who show them that
success is possible. One student shared a story of a young man she met in
Cambodia on a service-learning project with her school. “He is an incredibly
hardworking individual who has faced unimaginable obstacles in his life, yet
continues to persevere to support his family and encourage his community. He
survived the Cambodian genocide. He earned his education in a system where
those who succeed are the ones who bribe officials. He has dedicated his life
to give back to his community. Wow! What an individual; and the best civic
role model!”
Research studies have long shown a correlation between role models and higher
levels of civic engagement in young people. Positive role models are also
linked to self-efficacy, the ability to believe in ourselves. In fact, the
young people in my study admitted that unless they learned to believe in
themselves, they would not have been capable of believing they could make a
difference in the world!
Children develop as the result of many experiences and relationships. Role
models play an important role in inspiring kids to learn, overcome obstacles,
and understand that positive values can be lived each day. Whether you are a
parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, teacher, civic leader, clergy member, sports
coach, after-school program leader, or a person who just happens into a child’s
life, you have the ability to inspire!
What is a Role Model?
http://rootsofaction.com/blog/what-is-a-role-model-five-qualities-that-matter-for-role-models/
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HOW TO
CHOOSE A
ROLE
MODEL?
Role models are important. They help us become the person we want
to be and inspire us to make a difference. Choosing wisely means
that you are influenced correctly and will help you be the best
person you can be.
1. Choose someone who has a lot of confidence in themselves and
their abilities. A good role model would be someone who knows who
they are. You don't want someone who is down and who will bring
you down. You want someone who won't pretend to be someone they
are not, and won't be fake just to suit other people.
2. Consider someone who thinks it is alright to be unique; even if
that means accepting some ridicule. They should make you feel good
about being yourself, they shouldn't make you compare yourself to
them and wish you were pretty.
3. Think about someone who interacts well with others, and someone
who is kind and can communicate well with people. Like a teacher.
4. Look for someone who is living life the way you would like to.
If you want to be a famous author, your role model could be someone
who has been successful at writing. If you have always wanted to be
a nurse, your role model could be someone at your local hospital who
is dedicated to their job and someone who you look up to for their
achievements.
5. Find someone who doesn't always take credit for what they do.
6. Choose a role model who may have done something you find admirable,
such as raised a lot of money for charity, saved lots of lives, helped
people in need or discovered the cure for a disease.
Tips
True role models are those who possess the qualities that we would like
to have and those who have affected us in a way that makes us want to be
better people. We often don't recognise our true role models until we
have noticed our own personal growth and progress.
Keep in mind that having a role model does not mean you become exactly
like that person, remember to retain your individuality. Emulate them,
but put your own individuality into the things they do.
A role model should be someone who you want to be like, and someone
you admire.
Be your own role model. This means to do the things that you would
admire someone else for doing.
A role model doesn't need to be alive nor real.
Accepts others' ideas well.
Warnings
Some poorly chosen role models may take advantage of their position
and make you do things to make you look bad or a very bad influence
to others.
They also can direct you to a wrong place where you don't want to be
and you will do it because you want to please them.
How to Choose a Role Model: 6 steps
http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Role-Model
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How to Be Persuasive
http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Persuasive
How to Imitate a Person That You Admire
http://www.wikihow.com/Imitate-a-Person-That-You-Admire
How to Be a Teenage Role Model
http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Teenage-Role-Model
How to Be Yourself Around Someone You Admire or Like
http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Yourself-Around-Someone-You-Admire-or-Like
How to Be a Good Role Model
http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Good-Role-Model
How to Be a Leader
http://www.wikihow.com/Be-a-Leader
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WHAT
ARE THE
CHARACTERISTICS
OF A POSITIVE
ROLE
MODEL?
There are many factors that contribute to being a positive role
model for individuals with learning needs. One of the most
important factors is to maintain a professional and ethical set
of behaviors in your work setting and community.
A suggested codes of ethics for paraprofessionals
(Herriges, 1997) includes:
• Maintain confidentiality about all personal information and
educational records concerning children and their families.
• Respect the legal and human rights of children and their families.
• Follow district or agency policies for protecting the health,
safety and well being of children.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the distinctions in the roles of
various education personnel.
• Follow the directions of teachers and other supervisors.
• Maintain a record of regular attendance, arrive and depart at
specified times and notify appropriate personnel when they must
be absent.
• Demonstrate loyalty, dependability, integrity, and other
standards of ethical conduct.
• Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity and individuality
of the children they work with.
• Follow the chain of command for various administrative procedures.
• Demonstrate a willingness to participate in opportunities for
continuing education provided by the district agency.
What are the characteristics of a positive role model?
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ROLE
ROLE MODELS
LINKS
The Beauty of a Positive Role Model
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mandy-moore/role-model_b_1574335.html
Characteristics of a Role Model
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/characteristics-?of-a-role-model.html
Diversity Role Models
http://diversityrolemodels.org/
Find a Role Model, Be a Role Model
http://www.liveoutloud.info/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/2aLesson1.pdf
Girls, Role Models, and Self-Esteem
http://www.lessontutor.com/ml7.html
HAVING POSITIVE ROLE MODELS
http://www.dare.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/rolemodelsup.pdf
How to Become a Role Model
http://www.ehow.com/how_4697631_become-role-model.html
How To Be A Positive Role Model
http://www.lifescript.com/well-being/articles/h/how_to_be_a_positive_role_model.aspx
How to be a positive role model for your kids
http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/821107/how-to-be-a-positive-role-model-for-your-kids
Importance Of Parents As Role Models
http://www.livestrong.com/article/110276-importance-parents-role-models/
Learning to Give
http://www.learningtogive.org/
Lesson Plans on Role Models, Grade 7-8 (lesson plan)
http://www.knaer-recrae.ca/toolkit/lesson-plans-on-role-models-grade-7-8-lesson-plan
Parents As Role Models
http://lessonplansforlife.com/2014/09/22/parents-as-role-models-2/
Powerful Role Models
http://drrobynsilverman.com/parenting-tips/powerful-role-models-seven-ways-to-make-a-positive-impact-on-children/
Positive Role Models lesson plans
http://www.prometheanplanet.com/en-us/Resources/Item/121612/lesson-positive-role-models#.VRa7wc90w5s
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Role models
http://psychology.wikia.com/wiki/Role_models
Role Model Lesson Plans
http://www.pgey.com/pdf/lesson-plans-on-role-models.html#.VRbAns90w5s
Role Model Lesson Plans
http://www.2snapshot.com/role/role-model-lesson-plans.html
Role Models lesson plans
http://www.teaching-resources-uk.com/lessons/pshe/Life-Skills-lessons-worksheets/Role-Models/
Role Models lesson plans
http://www.lessonplanet.com/search?keywords=role+models
Role Models and Mentors
http://itvs.org/educators/collections/women-girls-and-the-criminal-justice-system/lesson_plans/role-models-and-mentors
ROLE MODELS AND ONLINE MENTORING
http://www.techup.org/mentor/mn_rolemd.html
Role Model Quotes
http://www.great-quotes.com/quotes/category/?Role+Model
Role models: someone to look up to
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2010/oct/31/role-models-for-young-women
Role Model Worksheet
http://printableworksheets.in/?dq=Positive%20Role%20Model
The Seven Traits of a Role Model
http://www.caycon.com/blog/2010/10/seven-actions-of-a-true-role-model-entrepreneur/
Teen Role Models
http://www.barna.org/teens-next-gen-articles/?467-teen-role-models
The Top 10 Traits of a Female Role Model
http://euwomen.wordpress.com/2011/05/20/top-10-traits-of-a-female-role-model/
What is a role model?
http://www.techup.org/mentor/mn_rolemd.html
What is a Role Model? Five Qualities that Matter to Teens
http://www.rootsofaction.com/what-is-a-role-model-five-qualities-that-matter-for-role-models/
What Makes a Good Role Model? 7 Characteristics that Make a Real Impact
http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Makes-a-Good-Role-Model?-7-Characteristics-that-Make-a-Real-Impact&id=1089000
What Makes a Good Role Model?
http://menudoeurovision.blogspot.com/2012/08/what-makes-good-role-model-7.html
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Difference Between
http://www.differencebetween.info/
Education.com
http://www.education.com/
Academic Educational Encyclopedia
http://academickids.com/
Nick Jr.
http://www.nickjr.com/
Highlights Kids.com
http://www.highlightskids.com/
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