According to Erickson’s theory, Colin is currently in the school-age stage where children struggle between industry and inferiority. During this stage, children are faced with new social and academic challenges (Crain, 2011). Additionally, this stage is imperative for ego growth; if children do not excel or meet certain expectations they develop a sense of inferiority (Crain, 2011). Colin displayed eagerness to learn; he asked appropriate questions and finished academic tasks efficiently. Although he did not answer any questions incorrectly during my observation, Ms. Sunshine reported when this occurs he becomes angry with himself. Despite Collin performing above average, it is evident Colin receives added pressure from his parents to do well academically. If he does not receive 100% on an assignment, his parents are disappointed which translates to a sense of inferiority and frustration. Collin appears to display this frustration by acting out in class or pouting in a
According to Erickson’s theory, Colin is currently in the school-age stage where children struggle between industry and inferiority. During this stage, children are faced with new social and academic challenges (Crain, 2011). Additionally, this stage is imperative for ego growth; if children do not excel or meet certain expectations they develop a sense of inferiority (Crain, 2011). Colin displayed eagerness to learn; he asked appropriate questions and finished academic tasks efficiently. Although he did not answer any questions incorrectly during my observation, Ms. Sunshine reported when this occurs he becomes angry with himself. Despite Collin performing above average, it is evident Colin receives added pressure from his parents to do well academically. If he does not receive 100% on an assignment, his parents are disappointed which translates to a sense of inferiority and frustration. Collin appears to display this frustration by acting out in class or pouting in a