USA: Helicopter Parents (Learning World S4E10, 2/3)

1,861 views · Published 4 December 2013 · 3:11 · Indexed 12 November 2026

Channel: WISE Channel · 2013 · Education

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The role families play in the education of their children can have a huge impact on academic achievement. But to what extent should parents be involved? 'Helicopter parents' are parents that 'hover' over their children, paying extremely close attention to their child's or children's experiences and problems.

More on episodes on homeschooling:
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In India:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEb9DuMsIyU

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