Rather, the proposal is that study of every subject matter that is selected for study (using
whatever academic
disciplines are appropriate) be shaped and guided by an interest in the question: What is that subject matter's bearing on, or role in, the
practices that constitute actual enactments, in specific concrete circumstances, of various construals of the Christian thing in and as Christian congregations?
This curriculum helps foster, adoptive, step or birth parents: 1) Discover how disruptive behavior can be changed,
whatever a child's age; 2) Recognize «acting out» and «hidden» behaviors and know how to respond to both; 3) Understand the nature of positive, effective
discipline and how to apply it using encouragement, behavior contracts, time out, setting limits and removing privileges; 4)
Practice using these tools by working with a DVD portraying realistic family situations; 5) Know when to call for help and where to get help; 6) Experience cooperation in the home — and enjoy being parents.