Dec 19 2012: It is difficult to set boundaries on where each parties responsibilities lie. On one hand, giving the parents more control allows them to direct their child on the path that they deem suited for the. However problems arise when the parents either expect something that the child isn't capable of or something the child refuses to do. On the other hand, giving the child more responsibility allows for freedom of creativity. However, problems arise when the child chooses the wrong path and is irresponsible.
The main thing that I think parents and schools are responsible for is providing a productive learning environment for the child that is structured enough so that all necessary skills are taught while still giving the child the power to choose how they want to live. It will be very difficult for parents and schooling systems to reach a perfect balance but that is what must be strived for if harmony is to be achieved.
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The main thing that I think parents and schools are responsible for is providing a productive learning environment for the child that is structured enough so that all necessary skills are taught while still giving the child the power to choose how they want to live. It will be very difficult for parents and schooling systems to reach a perfect balance but that is what must be strived for if harmony is to be achieved.